First Week of Fashion Month FW25 – The Lane Edit

Fashion week often spills with images of ready-to-wear shows in Paris or Milan, but for true connoisseurs, the calendar offers so much more. Beyond the main fashion runways, lie resort, pre-fall, and menswear collections—treasured moments of inspiration for those seeking the unseen. These collections deliver bridal looks that feel refreshingly original, black-tie guest attire that stands apart, and menswear with a quiet yet powerful edge.

Jacquemus, known for rewriting the fashion calendar, has spent the last four years presenting in mesmerizing destinations far from tradition. This season, they make a return to Paris, presenting the collection in a historic apartment once belonging to the French architect Auguste Perret. Pre-fall shines as a pivotal moment for its versatile elegance, while menswear features an array of deep, moody tones and sharply tailored suits.

Explore our edit for more inspiration for your wedding or next black-tie event.

Bridal Reimagined

The balance between elegance and wearability, Jacquemus offers bridal-inspired looks that transition into an everyday wardrobe. Among the highlights: a corseted dress in dove-white cotton poplin, and a draped, off the shoulder V-neck gown. Christopher Esber continues his mastery of asymmetry with a one-shoulder draped design, while British designer Jenny Packham—renowned for dressing celebrities—presents silver gowns adorned with intricate embellishments. We see sleek lines and subtle cutouts in collections like Elie Saab‘s Pre-Fall ’25, while accessories stay understated with low kitten-heel pumps and classic bridal clutches.

“We see sleek lines and subtle cutouts, while accessories stay understated with low kitten-heel pumps and classic bridal clutches.”

Guest Wear

The Black Dress Edit

Black is back, making a strong statement in womenswear collections, often dripping with embellishment. Geometric neckline cuts, whether asymmetrical or straight, make each piece stand out as the perfect black-tie guest dress. After a two-year pause, Lanvin returns with maxi gowns crafted from rich fabrics like velvet. We see stunning dark draping that captivates in collections from Jacquemus and Atelier Prabal Gurung, while Pre-Fall Elie Saab evokes its opulence through intricate sequin craftsmanship.

“Geometric neckline cuts, whether asymmetrical or straight, make each piece stand out as the perfect black-tie guest dress.”

Glistening Gowns

Decadent gowns in shades of gold and silver glisten with light, their reflective beauty deepened through movement. For the ultimate black tie guest look, Amiri delivers a crocheted masterpiece glowing in a gilded radiance, while Jenny Packham and Elie Saab showcase silver and multi-colored creations that glisten with decadence.

Menswear

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