In Paris, auction houses don't just raise the hammer, they also act as ephemeral galleries, where fashion is revealed in all its splendor. Couture pieces, rare sketches, iconic photographs, objets d'art linked to the great names in style... These free exhibitions are a delight for enthusiasts and the curious in search of elegance and history.
And they're not the only ones rocking the Parisian pavement. Couture houses themselves, brands and even some ultra-creative pop-ups are getting in on the act, transforming their addresses or locations ordinarily inaccessible to the public into veritable fashion scenographies, immersive installations or tributes to their archives.
In many cases, the timing of these events is no coincidence... Most of them take place during the hectic calendar of Fashion Week. It's here, at the heart of this creative frenzy, that the fashion houses - whether retail or couture - align themselves with the rhythm of the capital. Between two fashion shows or a matcha latte on the terrace, they invite you to plunge into the world of the great couturiers and collectors, while capturing THE Instagram story that hits the spot.
These fashion shows are a bit like an auction, but with everyone walking away a winner... even without bidding. That's what Paris is all about: fashion from every angle, presented on a platter... or a catwalk.
At 19M, this free fashion exhibition unveils the secrets behind Maison Michel’s hats.
Behind a beret, a boater, or a capeline lie hours of work and skills handed down through generations. From September 23 to December 13, 2026, the 19M will host a free exhibition dedicated to Maison Michel, inviting the public to discover the behind-the-scenes of hatmaking. [Read more]
Martin Parr at Saint Laurent: the free photo exhibition where self-deprecating humor takes center stage
British photographer Martin Parr flips the script and aims the lens at himself at Saint Laurent Montaigne in Paris. From October 15, 2026 to January 13, 2027, the Autoportrait exhibition gathers his most offbeat souvenir images, from costumes to kitschy sets and neatly framed self-deprecation. [Read more]
KHADI : a CANVAS, the free exhibition on Indian art and craftsmanship
Sponsored - KHADI : a CANVAS is an exhibition that probes the ongoing dialogue between khadi, art, and India's cultural heritage, weaving in the legacies of Mahatma Gandhi and Raja Ravi Varma. Don’t miss it—it's right in the heart of Paris, in the 7th arrondissement. Best of all, admission is free. [Read more]
Exhibition The Fabric of the Artist at the Bourdelle Museum: what clothes reveal about the great artists — our photos
The Bourdelle Museum in Paris will present The Fabric of the Artist, from September 23, 2026 to January 24, 2027, an exhibition devoted to artists’ clothing and their public image. More than 50 textile pieces, accessories and worn objects reveal how blouses, costumes and flamboyant outfits helped shape their identities, from Rosa Bonheur to Sonia Delaunay. [Read more]
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