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An exhibition of costumes designed by Christian Lacroix at the Château de Fontainebleau - reviews & photos

As part of the Festival of Art History, Fontainebleau Castle is hosting an exhibition of stage costumes designed by Christian Lacroix, inspired by Marie-Antoinette and her legendary sense of style... Open from June 5 to November 2, 2026.

Gianni Versace: A retrospective of the Italian fashion designer at the Musée Maillol — review & photos

Paris dresses itself in glamour this summer with "Gianni Versace Retrospective" at the Maillol Museum, running June 5 to September 6, 2026. A blend of baroque flair and bold prints, the fashion retrospective promises color and extravagance, true to the legend.

Free exhibition and auction dedicated to items formerly owned by Michael Jackson - photos

Gleaming glove, moccasins, stage jackets… In Neuilly-sur-Seine, the auction house Aguttes is staging a free exhibition and a sale of items once owned by Michael Jackson, running until June 3, 2026. A rare chance to see, and perhaps buy, a piece of pop legend.

This Italian jeweler is at the heart of a free, one-off exhibition at the Palais de Tokyo — reservations

Gleaming stones, chains that have become iconic, and a distinctly modern vision of jewelry: with The Revolutionary Jeweler, Pomellato traces nearly six decades of design at the Palais de Tokyo. This free, reservation-only exhibition, running from June 24 to July 20, 2026, revisits the Milanese house’s history through its emblematic pieces, striking imagery, and its unique approach to contemporary jewelry.

Embroidery, millinery, couture: exceptional crafts on display for free at the 19M

Demonstrations, workshops and exchanges: the Mains d’avenir event invites the public to discover the savoir-faire of the crafts, fashion and home décor trades at 19M on June 6–7, 2026.

Amédée Couder, fabric designer: the exhibition behind the scenes of design at the Musée de la Toile de Jouy

The Toile de Jouy Museum pays tribute to 19th-century artist Amédée Couder, a pivotal textile designer. The exhibition runs from June 19, 2026 to January 10, 2027.

Fashion in all its majesty: the Haute Couture exhibition at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs unfolds — our photos

The Decorative Arts Museum hosts Fashion in Majesty: Haute Couture and Tradition at the Thai court from May 13 to November 1, 2026. Through more than a hundred outfits, accessories, and textile pieces drawn from the royal family's collections, the exhibition shows how Queen Sirikit modernized Thai ceremonial dress while preserving its traditional codes, notably through her collaboration with Pierre Balmain and Maison Lesage.

This free Haute Couture fashion exhibition has taken up residence in an Art Deco auction house in Paris.

The auction house Tajan is staging a free exhibition in Paris dedicated to haute couture in the 8th arrondissement, on Friday, May 22, and then from Monday, May 25 to Wednesday, May 27, 2026. An exclusive collection brings together fashion pieces and accessories from the greatest houses, from Dior to Chanel, Alaïa to Alexander McQueen, with Hermès not forgotten.

This two-part fashion exhibition, a marquee event, has been extended until mid-May 2026 — our photos

Since November 20, 2025, the Dior Gallery has been hosting an entirely new exhibition bringing together more than a hundred pieces from Azzedine Alaïa’s collection. Extended to May 17, 2026, this event echoes a second exhibition presented at the Azzedine Alaïa Foundation from December 1, 2025, and on view until June 21, 2026. Together, these two showcases celebrate the captivating dialogue between Dior and Alaïa, while highlighting the Tunisian couturier’s deep admiration for the mythical New Look.

OPI Loves Color: an immersive beauty pop-up in the heart of Paris

OPI marks its 45th anniversary with an immersive pop-up in Paris, featuring manicures, hand spa, beauty activations and colorful surprises. Save the date: May 29–30, 2026, from 11:00 to 20:00 at 3 Rue Française in Paris’s 1st arrondissement.

This staging dives into rare, unreleased archives from a premier fashion house, with talks in Paris.

In the Marais, Rabanne’s archives go on display on May 29–30, 2026, through a dedicated exhibition setup. Sketches, design documents and rare pieces trace a journey into the house’s memory, echoing the launch of Griffé’s fourth issue. Talks with former members of the house will extend this immersion into fashion archives and the behind-the-scenes world.

A wardrobe of one’s own: the fashion exhibition on the 19th-century revolution of women’s dress at the Palais Galliera

At the Palais Galliera, the exhibition A Wardrobe of One’s Own: Dissident Femininities in the 19th Century reveals a little-known facet of women's fashion. From September 26, 2026 to February 14, 2027, more than 350 works trace how 19th‑century women appropriated the male wardrobe. An exhibition where clothing becomes a tool for emancipation and for reshaping identities.

This free exhibition celebrates the Monogram’s 130th anniversary with a selection of exceptional trunks in Paris.

In Paris, some exhibitions are worth a detour. To mark the 130th anniversary of Louis Vuitton's Monogram canvas, Gros & Delettrez unveils a rare selection of trunks and travel goods from May 19 to 21, 2026. Three days to discover them for free, before they go up for auction.

Femmes Galactik: a free, cosmic fashion photography exhibition in the Marais

In the Marais, photographer Kenza Le Bas unveils "Femmes Galactik," a first-ever free photography exhibition featuring chromed reflections that highlight women who are free, strong, and inspiring.

Beyond Our Horizons: From Tokyo to Paris, the free exhibition at Galerie du 19M extended

Beyond our Horizons lands in Paris: from January 29 to May 10, 2026, Galerie du 19M brings French artisans and Japanese creators onto the same thread. After delighting 75,000 visitors in Tokyo, the exhibition invites a journey where tradition and audacity intersect at every gesture. Embroidery, casts, feathers and metals become bridges between cultures and the arts and crafts.

Medieval Fashion: an exhibition exploring medieval dress at the John the Fearless Tower

At the Tour Jean Sans Peur, medieval life unfolds in the exhibition "La mode au Moyen Âge," on view until March 7, 2027. As the last remaining relic of the Palais parisien des Ducs de Bourgogne, the venue provides a striking setting to explore medieval dress, from silhouettes and accessories to social codes, all enhanced by a rich program of activities and events tied to the exhibition.

From every angle: the Postal Museum delves into workwear in a stunning exhibition

The Postal Museum (formerly the Post Museum) delves into the world of workwear in the postal service... But that’s not all. Discover the exhibition Sous toutes les coutures, on show from April 8 to September 22, 2026.

JEMA 2026: Home, Fashion, Art... Free Exhibition at the Galerie des Ateliers in Paris

In Paris, the European Heritage Days of Craftsmanship are set to take place from April 7 to April 12, 2026. To mark the occasion, the Galerie des Ateliers de Paris will host "30 Faubourg – the Art of Everyday Life Made in Paris," an exhibition celebrating Parisian artisan skills from April 2 to May 16, 2026.

Africa Fashion: a colorful fashion exhibition at the Quai Branly Museum

The Quai Branly Museum takes us on a journey of discovery through traditional and contemporary fashion in Africa, with a major exhibition to be held from March 31 to July 12, 2026.

Revealing femininity, fashion, and appearance in the 18th century: the exhibition on self-image at the Cognacq-Jay Museum

The Cognacq-Jay Museum delves into the myriad portrayals of women in the 18th century with a captivating exhibition: "Women in the Mirror, Appearances and Imaginaries". The show runs from March 25 to September 20, 2026.