After Milan Fashion Week, the international fashion caravan moves to Paris Fashion Week, where it is not only the collections that attract attention during the SS27 edition. Even outside the shows, the street scene offers plenty of inspiration. With temperatures rising to around 36 degrees, functionality becomes an important consideration for visitors, although this is not at the expense of style. From breezy silhouettes and breathable materials to playful styling tricks, these are the street style trends defining the Parisian heatwave.
Unbuttoned
The classic cotton shirt gets a casual update during Paris Fashion Week. Oversized blouses are not fully buttoned, but rather partially opened to create more airiness. Striking is the styling in which only the bottom buttons are undone, which makes the silhouette look looser and creates a subtle slit.
The Bermuda shorts
Bermuda shorts have now become part of the fashion crowd’s permanent wardrobe. The loose fit provides cooling during hot days, while the length offers a dressier alternative to shorter shorts. Variants appear on the street, mainly in tailoring fabrics and cotton, often combined with a cotton or linen shirt, polos or a tank top for a balanced silhouette.
Statement bags with a wink
Accessories provide a dose of humor within the street scene. Striking bags attract attention due to their playful design or graphic prints. For example, a Louis Vuitton bag appears that gives the illusion of falling open, while a Dior Book Tote features an illustration of The Hungry Caterpillar.
Crochet as a summery texture
The airy structure makes crochet a logical choice during high temperatures. In Paris the trend is worn both minimalist and outspoken, varying from neutral shades to colorful patterns.
Metallics catch the sunlight
Under the bright Parisian sun, metallic colored fabrics really come into their own. Silver and mirror finishes reflect light and add extra dimension to a look. From shiny skirts to metallic accessories: the trend underlines how shiny materials can be effortlessly translated into the day wardrobe.
Slippers
Flip-flops continue their rise. Now that dress codes in the workplace are increasingly blurring – with some exceptions – slippers are more often combined with formal clothing such as blouses and trousers. This is how the originally informal footwear developed into a self-evident part of the daily wardrobe.
Sports shirts outside the sports field
The influence of sportswear continues. Jerseys and sports shirts made of breathable, technical materials fit seamlessly with the high temperatures and are combined with tailoring or luxurious accessories.
