Fashion exhibitions: stylish couture events to discover right now in Paris

Published by La Rédac · Photos by Audrey de Sortiraparis · Published on February 15th, 2024 at 02:07 p.m.
Parisian museums and art galleries are offering a host of fashion-related exhibitions this year. From legendary figures to contemporary designers, it's sure to be a feast for the eyes! To make sure you don't miss any of these fashion events, follow the guide!

Fashion and Paris, it's a great love story! This year, more than ever, Paris reminds us that it has inspired all the great couturiers, and continues to attract the biggest names in fashion. Retrospectives, themed exhibitions and discoveries of new talent await us in the museums and galleries of Paris.

And what better way to get out and about than with a fashion exhibition in this capital of style? Let yourself be inspired by all the beauty and innovative lines imagined by all these genius couturiers, between two fashion week shows.

If you're in Paris especially for Fashion Week, or if you're simply crazy about fashion, this guide is for you: it lists the best fashion exhibitions taking place right now or in the coming weeks, in Paris and the Île-de-France region. It's a great way to get the most out of this glittering, tasteful world.

This guide is regularly updated with new museum programs. Don't hesitate to consult it often to find out which fashion exhibitions to see in Paris and the Île-de-France region.

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Expo Mode Cornette de Saint CyrExpo Mode Cornette de Saint CyrExpo Mode Cornette de Saint CyrExpo Mode Cornette de Saint Cyr A sublime free Haute Couture exhibition at a prestigious Paris auction house
Haute Couture is unveiled at Bonhams Cornette de Saint Cyr in Paris for a free fashion exhibition on April 5, 6 and 8, 2024. Head to the auction house, a stone's throw from the Champs-Élysées, to discover 530 exceptional couture pieces, from Chanel to Saint Laurent to Dior, offering a unique cross-section of French fashion history from 1910 to 2010. [Read more]

Luxe de Poche : l'exposition très très chic au Musée Cognacq-Jay - IMG 5681Luxe de Poche : l'exposition très très chic au Musée Cognacq-Jay - IMG 5681Luxe de Poche : l'exposition très très chic au Musée Cognacq-Jay - IMG 5681Luxe de Poche : l'exposition très très chic au Musée Cognacq-Jay - IMG 5681 Luxe de Poche: our photos of the very, very chic exhibition at the Musée Cognacq-Jay
Immerse yourself in 18th-century elegance with the Luxe de Poche exhibition, to be enjoyed without moderation at the Musée Cognacq-Jay! From March 29 to September 29, 2024, discover a unique collection of boxes, snuffboxes and other luxury objects that shaped the sociability rituals of the elite. Admire the work of legendary goldsmiths and let yourself be transported by the beauty and ingenuity of these art treasures! [Read more]

La Malle Courrier : l'exposition gratuite de la Maison Louis Vuitton qui invite au voyageLa Malle Courrier : l'exposition gratuite de la Maison Louis Vuitton qui invite au voyageLa Malle Courrier : l'exposition gratuite de la Maison Louis Vuitton qui invite au voyageLa Malle Courrier : l'exposition gratuite de la Maison Louis Vuitton qui invite au voyage La Malle Courrier: the free exhibition at Maison Louis Vuitton in Asnières - new dates
Louis Vuitton invites you to discover its new free exhibition, in the heart of the Galerie-musée de la Maison d'Asnières, from March 29 to 30 and April 6 to 7, 2024. Immerse yourself in the world of the legendary "Malle Courrier" and discover the secrets of this emblematic creation, a blend of savoir-faire, travel and adventure! [Read more]

Figure Libre. Stéphane Ashpool - exposition mode à la Galerie du 19M - image00003Figure Libre. Stéphane Ashpool - exposition mode à la Galerie du 19M - image00003Figure Libre. Stéphane Ashpool - exposition mode à la Galerie du 19M - image00003Figure Libre. Stéphane Ashpool - exposition mode à la Galerie du 19M - image00003 Figure Libre. Stéphane Ashpool: the designer's free fashion & sports exhibition at Galerie du 19M
Galerie du 19M reveals the new era of sports fashion with the free exhibition: "Figure Libre. Stéphane Ashpool". From March 27 to June 16, 2024, the designer unveils his couture-streetwear universe in a dialogue of fashion, music, photos and video, at the heart of the Manufacture de Mode Chanel art gallery. [Read more]

"Sur le fil : de Dakar à Paris", la nouvelle exposition de la Galerie du 19M - image00001"Sur le fil : de Dakar à Paris", la nouvelle exposition de la Galerie du 19M - image00001"Sur le fil : de Dakar à Paris", la nouvelle exposition de la Galerie du 19M - image00001"Sur le fil : de Dakar à Paris", la nouvelle exposition de la Galerie du 19M - image00001 Le 19M, la Manufacture de Mode Chanel: art gallery, creative workshops, café & couture houses
Le 19M, la Manufacture de Mode Chanel, located in the 19th arrondissement of Paris, is home to eleven Maisons d'art, as well as a gallery hosting free fashion exhibitions and a café. A must-see! [Read more]

Liminal Objects : la nouvelle exposition mode gratuite au Bicolore, Maison du Danemark à ParisLiminal Objects : la nouvelle exposition mode gratuite au Bicolore, Maison du Danemark à ParisLiminal Objects : la nouvelle exposition mode gratuite au Bicolore, Maison du Danemark à ParisLiminal Objects : la nouvelle exposition mode gratuite au Bicolore, Maison du Danemark à Paris Liminal Objects: the new free fashion exhibition at Bicolore, Maison du Danemark in Paris
Le Bicolore, the contemporary art platform of the Maison du Danemark, is set to host a free fashion exhibition that shakes up codes while celebrating recycling, upcycling and artisanal manufacturing. From March 22 to May 19, 2024, head to the institution, located in the heart of the Champs-Élysées, to discover the works of eight designers from Nordic countries who are redefining the fashion landscape. [Read more]

Paolo Roversi - IMG 9447Paolo Roversi - IMG 9447Paolo Roversi - IMG 9447Paolo Roversi - IMG 9447 Paolo Roversi: the fashion photographer reveals himself in a new exhibition at the Palais Galliera
The Palais Galliera pays tribute to the great fashion photographer Paolo Roversi with an exceptional retrospective of his 50-year career, on view from March 16 to July 14, 2024. [Read more]

La Basilique Saint-Denis et sa nécropole royaleLa Basilique Saint-Denis et sa nécropole royaleLa Basilique Saint-Denis et sa nécropole royaleLa Basilique Saint-Denis et sa nécropole royale La Trêve, the exhibition at Saint-Denis Cathedral Basilica, takes us back to the Ancient Games
La Trêve is the name of the exhibition awaiting us at the Cathedral Basilica of Saint-Denis from April 5 to September 8, 2024, offering a unique journey through photographs and textiles inspired by the ancient Olympic Games. [Read more]

Lisa Fonssagrives portant une robe directoire Vionnet en mousseline blanche, Harper’s BazaaLisa Fonssagrives portant une robe directoire Vionnet en mousseline blanche, Harper’s BazaaLisa Fonssagrives portant une robe directoire Vionnet en mousseline blanche, Harper’s BazaaLisa Fonssagrives portant une robe directoire Vionnet en mousseline blanche, Harper’s Bazaa Fashion icon: MEP pays tribute to model Lisa Fonssagrives-Penn in an exhibition
The Maison Européenne de la Photographie unveils a totally new exhibition dedicated to model Lisa Fonssagrives-Penn, to be discovered from February 28 to May 26, 2024. [Read more]

Transparences, la nouvelle exposition mode du Musée Yves Saint Laurent - image00074Transparences, la nouvelle exposition mode du Musée Yves Saint Laurent - image00074Transparences, la nouvelle exposition mode du Musée Yves Saint Laurent - image00074Transparences, la nouvelle exposition mode du Musée Yves Saint Laurent - image00074 Transparences: the new fashion exhibition revealing the invisible at the Musée Yves Saint Laurent Paris
The Musée Yves Saint Laurent Paris will unveil its new fashion exhibition, "Transparences - Le pouvoir des matières", from February 9 to August 25, 2024. The exhibition explores the art of transparency, so dear to Yves Saint Laurent, highlighting how the couturier seized on materials such as chiffon, lace and tulle to reinvent fashion, enabling women to assert their sensuality while preserving their mystery and independence. A true celebration of fashion and self-confidence, to mark with a red cross in your calendar! [Read more]

Musée des Arts décoratifs, collection permanente  -  A7C1512Musée des Arts décoratifs, collection permanente  -  A7C1512Musée des Arts décoratifs, collection permanente  -  A7C1512Musée des Arts décoratifs, collection permanente  -  A7C1512 Fashion, design and jewelry: the exhibition for fashion lovers at the Musée des Arts Déco
The Musée des Arts Décoratifs pays tribute to couturiers and designers, and unveils several masterpieces from its collections, in a never-before-seen exhibition. From April 3 to November 10, 2024, come and admire Parcours mode, design, bijoux. [Read more]

Visuels musée et monument - Centre PompidouVisuels musée et monument - Centre PompidouVisuels musée et monument - Centre PompidouVisuels musée et monument - Centre Pompidou La traversée des apparences: the exhibition that brings fashion and art together at the Centre Pompidou
Fashion invites itself to the Centre Pompidou: admire the exhibition La traversée des apparences, from January 24 to April 22, 2024, and discover how modern and contemporary art plays with fashion. [Read more]

Alaïa/Grès au delà de la mode, l'exposition de robes sculpturales à la Fondation Azzedine Alaïa - image00029Alaïa/Grès au delà de la mode, l'exposition de robes sculpturales à la Fondation Azzedine Alaïa - image00029Alaïa/Grès au delà de la mode, l'exposition de robes sculpturales à la Fondation Azzedine Alaïa - image00029Alaïa/Grès au delà de la mode, l'exposition de robes sculpturales à la Fondation Azzedine Alaïa - image00029 Alaïa/Grès, the fabulous fashion exhibition at the Fondation Azzedine Alaïa - Extensions
The Alaïa/Grès Beyond Fashion exhibition brings together for the first time Madame Grès and Azzedine Alaïa, two legendary dress sculptors, at the Fondation Azzedine Alaïa. Discover 60 masterful creations, celebrating the timeless art of couture, from September 11, 2023 to April 7, 2024. [Read more]

Aurore Thibout Furinkai Satchie NoroAurore Thibout Furinkai Satchie NoroAurore Thibout Furinkai Satchie NoroAurore Thibout Furinkai Satchie Noro Weaving the future, dressing the body: the free art exhibition at JAD
The Jardin des métiers d'art et du design presents a new free exhibition on textile know-how. From January 17 to April 21, 2024, discover Weaving the future, dressing the body. [Read more]

LV Dream par Louis Vuitton, ouverture du nouveau lieu d'exposition, café et chocolaterieLV Dream par Louis Vuitton, ouverture du nouveau lieu d'exposition, café et chocolaterieLV Dream par Louis Vuitton, ouverture du nouveau lieu d'exposition, café et chocolaterieLV Dream par Louis Vuitton, ouverture du nouveau lieu d'exposition, café et chocolaterie LV Dream by Louis Vuitton: free exhibition, boutique, café and chocolate shop
The famous Maison Louis Vuitton opens LV DREAM, a free exhibition and gift store that also features a café and a chocolate shop in collaboration with Chef Pâtissier Maxime Frédéric of Cheval Blanc Paris. While the exhibition is by reservation only, the boutique and café are open to the public. [Read more]

La Galerie Dior : un nouveau parcours d'exposition à l'adresse historique de la Maison de coutureLa Galerie Dior : un nouveau parcours d'exposition à l'adresse historique de la Maison de coutureLa Galerie Dior : un nouveau parcours d'exposition à l'adresse historique de la Maison de coutureLa Galerie Dior : un nouveau parcours d'exposition à l'adresse historique de la Maison de couture The Dior Gallery: a sublime exhibition at the couture house's historic address
The Galerie Dior is the must-see spot for fashion lovers in Paris! Located in the historic mansion at 30 Montaigne, it invites visitors to plunge into the heart of the fabulous universe of the House of Christian Dior. Between heritage(s) and reinvention, discover the new exhibition route of this cultural showcase, through a succession of immersive scenographies brought together in this veritable little museum. [Read more]

L’exposition retrospective de la créatrice de mode Iris Van Herpen au Musée des Arts Décoratifs - image00007L’exposition retrospective de la créatrice de mode Iris Van Herpen au Musée des Arts Décoratifs - image00007L’exposition retrospective de la créatrice de mode Iris Van Herpen au Musée des Arts Décoratifs - image00007L’exposition retrospective de la créatrice de mode Iris Van Herpen au Musée des Arts Décoratifs - image00007 Retrospective of fashion designer Iris Van Herpen at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs
Iris Van Herpen will be the next fashion designer to be honored by the Musée des Arts Décoratifs, in a retrospective exhibition from November 29, 2023 to April 28, 2024. Between fashion, technology and "meta-morphism", the installation promises to be exceptional! [Read more]

Exposition Mode et Sport - IMG 9945Exposition Mode et Sport - IMG 9945Exposition Mode et Sport - IMG 9945Exposition Mode et Sport - IMG 9945 Fashion and sport, the surprising and unexpected exhibition at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs - our photos
In the run-up to the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, the Musée des Arts Décoratifs will be exploring the links between sport and fashion throughout history, from antiquity to the present day, from September 20, 2023. [Read more]

Bar Perché, café littéraire - terrasse du Printemps Haussmann  - 0D91ABD4 4AD7 4567 8CA1 2B4BC36D42AEBar Perché, café littéraire - terrasse du Printemps Haussmann  - 0D91ABD4 4AD7 4567 8CA1 2B4BC36D42AEBar Perché, café littéraire - terrasse du Printemps Haussmann  - 0D91ABD4 4AD7 4567 8CA1 2B4BC36D42AEBar Perché, café littéraire - terrasse du Printemps Haussmann  - 0D91ABD4 4AD7 4567 8CA1 2B4BC36D42AE The birth of department stores, a double exhibition at the heart of these mythical Parisian landmarks
The Musée des Arts Décoratifs and the Cité de l'Architecture take us to the heart of the legendary addresses of Parisian art de vivre with "The Birth of Department Stores", a two-part exhibition. Visit the MAD from April 10 to October 13, 2024, then from October 16, 2024 to March 16, 2025, to discover the history of these temples to fashion right up to the present day. [Read more]

La mode en mouvement, l'exposition qui mêle sport et mode au Palais Galliera se dévoile en images - IMG20230614103002La mode en mouvement, l'exposition qui mêle sport et mode au Palais Galliera se dévoile en images - IMG20230614103002La mode en mouvement, l'exposition qui mêle sport et mode au Palais Galliera se dévoile en images - IMG20230614103002La mode en mouvement, l'exposition qui mêle sport et mode au Palais Galliera se dévoile en images - IMG20230614103002 La mode en mouvement, the exhibition combining sport and fashion at the Palais Galliera, unveiled in images
The Palais Galliera examines the relationship between fashion and sport in a chronological exhibition to be discovered from June 16, 2023 to September 7, 2025. [Read more]

Dior Montagine, les photos Dior Montagine, les photos Dior Montagine, les photos Dior Montagine, les photos Dior Paris 30 Montaigne, boutique - museum, café and restaurant
The mythical Dior address at 30 Avenue Montaigne reopens its doors and reveals its new face. Renovated and redesigned, this is a new address that should seduce all fashion addicts but also fine gourmets in search of a gourmet café or a refined restaurant. [Read more]

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Aux Beaux Carrés, l'exposition de Daniel Buren au Bon Marché Rive Gauche  - image00032Aux Beaux Carrés, l'exposition de Daniel Buren au Bon Marché Rive Gauche  - image00032Aux Beaux Carrés, l'exposition de Daniel Buren au Bon Marché Rive Gauche  - image00032Aux Beaux Carrés, l'exposition de Daniel Buren au Bon Marché Rive Gauche  - image00032 Aux Beaux Carrés, Daniel Buren's free, monumental and immersive exhibition at Le Bon Marché
For its latest carte blanche, Le Bon Marché Rive Gauche welcomes Daniel Buren's free exhibition "Aux Beaux Carrés : travaux in situ". The installation, conceived in 2 acts from January 9 to February 18, 2024, then from June 29 to August 15, 2024, transcends the space of the department store to offer new luminous and colorful perspectives to visitors. [Read more]

Eva Jospin à l'Orangerie du Château de VersaillesEva Jospin à l'Orangerie du Château de VersaillesEva Jospin à l'Orangerie du Château de VersaillesEva Jospin à l'Orangerie du Château de Versailles Eva Jospin's monumental embroidery exhibition at the Orangerie du Château de Versailles
The Orangerie at the Château de Versailles welcomes "Chambre de soie", Eva Jospin's monumental work from June 18 to September 29, 2024. Inspired by nature and architectural follies, this 350 m2 embroidery offers an immersive promenade, blending the grandiose setting of the site with the meticulousness and preciousness of thread creation. Ready for a couture immersion in the gardens of Versailles? [Read more]

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Are you ready for all the great exhibitions to come? Come and admire these exceptional creations and let yourself be inspired by the works of the great designers. Who knows, maybe you'll create your own collection and we'll see you next year in the museum galleries...

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