Fashion exhibitions: couture events to discover in Paris

Published by La Rédac · Photos by Audrey de Sortiraparis · Updated on December 30, 2025 at 09:03 p.m. · Published on January 23, 2020 at 04:24 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 designers, 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-related 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 world of glitter and good taste.

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

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Current Exhibitions

Upcoming Exhibitions

Current Fashion Exhibitions to Explore in Paris:

Rêveries de pierres : Poésie et minéraux de Roger Caillois  - Agate, Probablement Rio Grande do Sul (Brésil), Paris, MNHN, collection de minéraux et gemmes, cliché François Farges 1500x1000Rêveries de pierres : Poésie et minéraux de Roger Caillois  - Agate, Probablement Rio Grande do Sul (Brésil), Paris, MNHN, collection de minéraux et gemmes, cliché François Farges 1500x1000Rêveries de pierres : Poésie et minéraux de Roger Caillois  - Agate, Probablement Rio Grande do Sul (Brésil), Paris, MNHN, collection de minéraux et gemmes, cliché François Farges 1500x1000Rêveries de pierres : Poésie et minéraux de Roger Caillois  - Agate, Probablement Rio Grande do Sul (Brésil), Paris, MNHN, collection de minéraux et gemmes, cliché François Farges 1500x1000 "Rêveries de pierres" at the École des Arts Joailliers: an exhibition of a precious collection of stones
Sponsored - Are you in search of a truly original, poetic, and deeply mesmerizing exhibition? From November 6, 2025, to March 29, 2026, the École des Arts Joailliers, in partnership with the Muséum national d’histoire naturelle, invites you to explore "Dreams of Stones: Poetry and Minerals of Roger Caillois," right in the heart of Paris’s 9th arrondissement. This event offers a rare opportunity to marvel at 200 extraordinary minerals, accompanied by never-before-seen texts from one of the most distinctive thinkers of the 20th century. Additionally, entry is free with prior reservation (link below). [Read more]

Rick Owens : l'exposition mode évènement dédiée au créateur débarque cet été au Palais Galliera - image00005Rick Owens : l'exposition mode évènement dédiée au créateur débarque cet été au Palais Galliera - image00005Rick Owens : l'exposition mode évènement dédiée au créateur débarque cet été au Palais Galliera - image00005Rick Owens : l'exposition mode évènement dédiée au créateur débarque cet été au Palais Galliera - image00005 Rick Owens: A Major Fashion Exhibition at Palais Galliera — Last Chance to Visit
Rick Owens takes over the Palais Galliera from June 28, 2025 to January 4, 2026 with a shock retrospective exhibition that extends beyond the museum walls. Over 100 silhouettes, never-before-seen archives and works of art reveal the raw, iconoclastic universe of the master of the underground and fallen elegance. Join us this summer for an immersive dive into fashion as rebellion! [Read more]

Une double exposition mode à la Galerie Dior et à la Fondation Azzedine Alaïa, cet automne à ParisUne double exposition mode à la Galerie Dior et à la Fondation Azzedine Alaïa, cet automne à ParisUne double exposition mode à la Galerie Dior et à la Fondation Azzedine Alaïa, cet automne à ParisUne double exposition mode à la Galerie Dior et à la Fondation Azzedine Alaïa, cet automne à Paris A double fashion showcase at the Dior Gallery and the Azzedine Alaïa Foundation in Paris – our photos
The Dior Gallery will open its doors from November 20, 2025, to May 3, 2026, for a groundbreaking exhibition showcasing over a hundred pieces collected by Azzedine Alaïa. This display is part of a dual exhibition, extended at the Azzedine Alaïa Foundation from December 1, 2025, to May 24, 2026, highlighting the dialogue between Dior and Alaïa and revealing the Tunisian designer’s admiration for the New Look. [Read more]

Tisser, broder, sublimer - IMG 1657Tisser, broder, sublimer - IMG 1657Tisser, broder, sublimer - IMG 1657Tisser, broder, sublimer - IMG 1657 Weaving, embroidering, sublimating: fashion know-how on show at the heart of the Palais Galliera
The Palais Galliera invites you to explore the craftsmanship behind fashion in its latest exhibition, showcasing techniques of adornment—from embroidery to weaving—from December 13, 2025, to October 18, 2026. [Read more]

Joyaux dynastiques : une exposition qui brille de mille feux à l'Hôtel de la Marine à Paris - fotor 1765278806795Joyaux dynastiques : une exposition qui brille de mille feux à l'Hôtel de la Marine à Paris - fotor 1765278806795Joyaux dynastiques : une exposition qui brille de mille feux à l'Hôtel de la Marine à Paris - fotor 1765278806795Joyaux dynastiques : une exposition qui brille de mille feux à l'Hôtel de la Marine à Paris - fotor 1765278806795 Dynastic Jewels: A Sparkling Exhibition at the Hôtel de la Marine in Paris
The Al Thani Collection and the Victoria and Albert Museum are teaming up to bring us a spectacular new exhibition. Running from December 10, 2025, to April 6, 2026, don’t miss "Dynastic Jewels" at the Hôtel de la Marine in Paris. [Read more]

Ce qui se trame - IMG 1342Ce qui se trame - IMG 1342Ce qui se trame - IMG 1342Ce qui se trame - IMG 1342 What's in the works: the textile and fashion exhibition between India and France at the Mobilier National
The Mobilier National will be showcasing the textile creations of India and France, which have been intertwined for centuries, in an exhibition that doubles as a festival, from December 4, 2025 to January 4, 2026. [Read more]

Ce qui se trame - Histoires tissées entre l'Inde et la France - La danseuse Aishwarya Raut Camilla GreenwellCe qui se trame - Histoires tissées entre l'Inde et la France - La danseuse Aishwarya Raut Camilla GreenwellCe qui se trame - Histoires tissées entre l'Inde et la France - La danseuse Aishwarya Raut Camilla GreenwellCe qui se trame - Histoires tissées entre l'Inde et la France - La danseuse Aishwarya Raut Camilla Greenwell What's Weaving - Stories woven between India and France: a unique exhibition on textile art
Sponsored - From December 4, 2025, to January 4, 2026, the Institut français, the French Embassy in India, and the Manufactures Nationales are organizing an exceptional event to showcase textile creation, at the crossroads of contemporary art and craftsmanship. This event combines an exhibition and a festival, celebrating the textile expertise of India and France. Between artistic craftsmanship and contemporary creation, "Ce qui se trame - Histoires tissées entre l'Inde et la France" (What is being woven - Stories woven between India and France) brings together works, heritage objects, and cross-cultural residencies, revealing a cultural and artistic bridge between two rich and complementary textile traditions. [Read more]

Noël se célèbre aux Galeries Lafayette Champs-ÉlyséesNoël se célèbre aux Galeries Lafayette Champs-ÉlyséesNoël se célèbre aux Galeries Lafayette Champs-ÉlyséesNoël se célèbre aux Galeries Lafayette Champs-Élysées The final season of Stranger Things is being celebrated at Galeries Lafayette Champs-Elysées.
Sponsored - Come and experience an extraordinary Christmas at Galeries Lafayette Champs-Elysées by immersing yourself in the world of the Upside Down. [Read more]

Visuel Journées du Patrimoine/Matrimoine Hôtel de SensVisuel Journées du Patrimoine/Matrimoine Hôtel de SensVisuel Journées du Patrimoine/Matrimoine Hôtel de SensVisuel Journées du Patrimoine/Matrimoine Hôtel de Sens Les Ateliers d'art des grands magasins: a free exhibition at the Bibliothèque Forney, Paris
Printemps' Primavera, Bon Marché's Pomone, Galeries Lafayette's La Maîtrise and Grands Magasins du Louvre's Studium Louvre showcase the best of Art Deco to mark the centenary of the 1925 Exposition internationale des arts décoratifs et industriels modernes. Furniture, textiles, ceramics, catalogs, posters and photographs can all be discovered at the Bibliothèque Forney in a free exhibition running from November 4, 2025 to February 28, 2026. [Read more]

Worth, la naissance de la Haute Couture : l'exposition mode inédite sur le couturier au Petit Palais - image00054Worth, la naissance de la Haute Couture : l'exposition mode inédite sur le couturier au Petit Palais - image00054Worth, la naissance de la Haute Couture : l'exposition mode inédite sur le couturier au Petit Palais - image00054Worth, la naissance de la Haute Couture : l'exposition mode inédite sur le couturier au Petit Palais - image00054 Chez Worth, the origins of haute couture: the fashion and archive exhibition at the MUS in Suresnes
Charles Frederick Worth, the father of haute couture, is invited to the MUS de Suresnes from October 15, 2025 to June 21, 2026 for a tailor-made exhibition. Over one hundred works, ball gowns, sumptuous costumes and never-before-seen accessories from 15 institutions and private collections, immerse visitors in the elegance of the Second Empire. Rare documents, personal objects and family mementos also reveal the man behind the couturier, for a complete immersion in his world. [Read more]

Le fil voyageur, une exposition autour des arts textiles au musée du Quai Branly - nos photos - fotor 1759154491773Le fil voyageur, une exposition autour des arts textiles au musée du Quai Branly - nos photos - fotor 1759154491773Le fil voyageur, une exposition autour des arts textiles au musée du Quai Branly - nos photos - fotor 1759154491773Le fil voyageur, une exposition autour des arts textiles au musée du Quai Branly - nos photos - fotor 1759154491773 Le fil voyageur, an exhibition of textile arts at the Musée du Quai Branly - our photos
The Musée du Quai Branly explores the history and richness of the textile arts, with the exhibition Le fil voyageur, on view from September 30, 2025 to March 8, 2026. [Read more]

Paul Poiret : l'exposition sur le couturier et parfumeur au musée des Arts décoratifs - fotor 1750761983713Paul Poiret : l'exposition sur le couturier et parfumeur au musée des Arts décoratifs - fotor 1750761983713Paul Poiret : l'exposition sur le couturier et parfumeur au musée des Arts décoratifs - fotor 1750761983713Paul Poiret : l'exposition sur le couturier et parfumeur au musée des Arts décoratifs - fotor 1750761983713 Paul Poiret, la mode est une fête: the fascinating exhibition on the couturier and perfumer at MAD
A figure of 20th-century haute couture, a liberator of women's bodies: come and meet Paul Poiret, the great couturier and designer. From June 25, 2025 to January 11, 2026, the Musée des Arts Décoratifs presents the exhibition "Paul Poiret, la mode est une fête." [Read more]

Moyen Âge du 19e siècle : une exposition sur les faux et copies au Musée de Cluny - IMG 5782 jpgMoyen Âge du 19e siècle : une exposition sur les faux et copies au Musée de Cluny - IMG 5782 jpgMoyen Âge du 19e siècle : une exposition sur les faux et copies au Musée de Cluny - IMG 5782 jpgMoyen Âge du 19e siècle : une exposition sur les faux et copies au Musée de Cluny - IMG 5782 jpg 19th-century Middle Ages: an exhibition on forgeries and copies at the Musée de Cluny
A journey through facsimiles, copies and forgeries... The Musée de Cluny invites you to discover the exhibition "Le Moyen Âge du 19e siècle. Creations, copies and forgeries in the precious arts", from October 7, 2025 to January 11, 2026. A fascinating journey to the heart of medieval precious arts and their reinterpretations in the 19th century, mixing authenticity, pastiches and forgeries. [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]

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]

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 legendary Dior address at 30 Avenue Montaigne reopens its doors and reveals its new face. Renovated and redesigned, this new address should appeal to fashion addicts as well as gourmets in search of a gourmet café or refined restaurant. [Read more]

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Upcoming Fashion Exhibitions:

Une collection de bougies inspirée du métro parisienUne collection de bougies inspirée du métro parisienUne collection de bougies inspirée du métro parisienUne collection de bougies inspirée du métro parisien Elegant women of the Belle Époque: a candlelit tour of the exhibition at the Eugène Carrière Museum (93)
The Eugène Carrière Museum offers you another way to discover the dresses and paintings in the exhibition "Elégantes de la Belle Epoque" on December 5, 2025, and January 31, 2026. [Read more]

Doris Brynner : l'exposition mode iconique chez Sotheby’s ParisDoris Brynner : l'exposition mode iconique chez Sotheby’s ParisDoris Brynner : l'exposition mode iconique chez Sotheby’s ParisDoris Brynner : l'exposition mode iconique chez Sotheby’s Paris Doris Brynner: the iconic fashion exhibition at Sotheby's Paris
Sotheby's Paris is dedicating an exhibition to Doris Brynner, a figure of 20th-century cosmopolitan elegance, from January 23 to 26, 2026. The exhibition is being held during Haute Couture Fashion Week. [Read more]

Journées du Patrimoine 2023 au 19M, la Manufacture de mode Chanel - Atelier bottier Massaro  - %22Sur le fil : de Dakar à Paris%22, la nouvelle exposition de la Galerie du 19M   image00001   914648Journées du Patrimoine 2023 au 19M, la Manufacture de mode Chanel - Atelier bottier Massaro  - %22Sur le fil : de Dakar à Paris%22, la nouvelle exposition de la Galerie du 19M   image00001   914648Journées du Patrimoine 2023 au 19M, la Manufacture de mode Chanel - Atelier bottier Massaro  - %22Sur le fil : de Dakar à Paris%22, la nouvelle exposition de la Galerie du 19M   image00001   914648Journées du Patrimoine 2023 au 19M, la Manufacture de mode Chanel - Atelier bottier Massaro  - %22Sur le fil : de Dakar à Paris%22, la nouvelle exposition de la Galerie du 19M   image00001   914648 Beyond Our Horizons: From Tokyo to Paris, the New Free Exhibition at the Galerie du 19M in January
Beyond Our Horizons lands in Paris: from January 29 to April 26, 2026, the Galerie du 19M showcases French artisans alongside Japanese creators, weaving their stories together. After captivating 75,000 visitors in Tokyo, this exhibition offers a journey where tradition and innovation intersect in every detail. Embroideries, molds, feathers, and metals become bridges connecting different cultures and craftsmanship. [Read more]

Stephen Jones, chapeaux d'artistes : l'exposition insolite et créative se dévoile au Palais Galliera - IMG20241017104544Stephen Jones, chapeaux d'artistes : l'exposition insolite et créative se dévoile au Palais Galliera - IMG20241017104544Stephen Jones, chapeaux d'artistes : l'exposition insolite et créative se dévoile au Palais Galliera - IMG20241017104544Stephen Jones, chapeaux d'artistes : l'exposition insolite et créative se dévoile au Palais Galliera - IMG20241017104544 Fashion in the 18th century, a fantasized heritage: an exhibition on the Age of Enlightenment at the Palais Galliera
The Palais Galliera celebrates the elegance of women's fashion in the Age of Enlightenment with the exhibition "Fashion in the 18th Century: A Fantasized Legacy," from March 14 to July 12, 2026, taking visitors on a journey through time to the heart of yesterday's and today's creations. [Read more]

Visuel Paris 16e - musée GuimetVisuel Paris 16e - musée GuimetVisuel Paris 16e - musée GuimetVisuel Paris 16e - musée Guimet K-Beauty at the Musée Guimet: a major exhibition on Korean beauty to be held this spring
The Musée Guimet is devoting a major exhibition to Korean beauty, exploring its influences and multiple facets. On view from March 18 to July 6, 2026. [Read more]

Visuels musée et monument - musée Cognacq-Jay Visuels musée et monument - musée Cognacq-Jay Visuels musée et monument - musée Cognacq-Jay Visuels musée et monument - musée Cognacq-Jay Women in Reflection: Appearances and Imaginaries – Exploring 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. [Read more]

Musée du Quai Branly visuel - jardin Quai Branly - Jacques Chirac  -  A7C2083 2Musée du Quai Branly visuel - jardin Quai Branly - Jacques Chirac  -  A7C2083 2Musée du Quai Branly visuel - jardin Quai Branly - Jacques Chirac  -  A7C2083 2Musée du Quai Branly visuel - jardin Quai Branly - Jacques Chirac  -  A7C2083 2 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. [Read more]

Musée des Arts décoratifs, collection permanente  -  A7C1572Musée des Arts décoratifs, collection permanente  -  A7C1572Musée des Arts décoratifs, collection permanente  -  A7C1572Musée des Arts décoratifs, collection permanente  -  A7C1572 Fashion in all its grandeur: Haute couture and tradition at the Thai court — an exhibition at the Museum of Decorative Arts
Looking ahead, the Musée des Arts Décoratifs is gearing up for a grand exhibition on royal fashion: “Majestic Fashion: Haute Couture and Tradition at the Thai Court,” set to run from May 13 to November 1, 2026. Over a hundred garments and accessories—designed by Queen Sirikit in collaboration with Thai historians and designers—offer a captivating glimpse into the evolution of royal elegance. This sartorial dialogue began with the legendary designer Pierre Balmain and continues today through the Balmain and Lesage houses. [Read more]

Intime, la nouvelle exposition au musée des Arts Décos - nos photos - image00016Intime, la nouvelle exposition au musée des Arts Décos - nos photos - image00016Intime, la nouvelle exposition au musée des Arts Décos - nos photos - image00016Intime, la nouvelle exposition au musée des Arts Décos - nos photos - image00016 Rafael Pavarotti Photographer: A Fashion Photography Exhibition at the Museum of Decorative Arts in Paris
Fashion photography takes over the Museum of Decorative Arts with an exhibition dedicated to Rafael Pavarotti. From September 23, 2026, to February 7, 2027, over 200 vibrant prints will showcase, for the first time in France, the career of the Brazilian photographer and engage in a dialogue with the museum's photographic collections. [Read more]

Couture : film dans les coulisses de la Fashion Week d'Alice Winocour, avec Angelina JolieCouture : film dans les coulisses de la Fashion Week d'Alice Winocour, avec Angelina JolieCouture : film dans les coulisses de la Fashion Week d'Alice Winocour, avec Angelina JolieCouture : film dans les coulisses de la Fashion Week d'Alice Winocour, avec Angelina Jolie Look, 40 Years of Fashion at the Museum: A Retrospective Couture Exhibition at the Museum of Decorative Arts
At the Museum of Decorative Arts, the 40th anniversary of the Museum of Fashion is celebrated with "Look: 40 Years of Fashion at the Museum," a must-see fashion exhibition. Forty iconic ensembles take the runway in the nave's central space, surrounded by sketches, patterns, and embroidery, showcasing four decades of style and craftsmanship. [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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Dates and Opening Time
From March 30, 2023 to December 31, 2028

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