STYLE
Here we have ten of the
most important Fashion Weeks:
PARIS
FASHION WEEK
NEW
YORK FASHION WEEK
MILAN
FASHION WEEK
LONDON
FASHION WEEK
TOKYO
FASHION WEEK
BERLIN
FASHION WEEK
BARCELONA
FASHION WEEK
AUSTRALIA
FASHION WEEK
INDIA
FASHION WEEK
LOS
ANGELES FASHION WEEK
The
fashion week or fashion shows are events held around the world to
show new trends in fashion, and so their impact that monopolize the
numerous newsblogs and journals with the best images and a good
collection of photos to present the last craze test
of each season, either autumn/winter or spring/summer.
PARIS
FASHION WEEK
As
much as fashionistas love Milan, London and New York, there’s
nothing like the world-famous Paris Fashion Week. Featuring
incredible backdrops, exquisite designs and no expenses spared, Paris
is indeed the world’s ultimate fashion week. Held bi-annually in
one of the world’s fashion capitals, this glamorous event showcases
Autumn-Winter and Spring-Summer collections from elite fashion
connoisseurs, such as Paul Smith, Comme des Garcons Homme Plus, Louis
Vuitton and Dior Homme.
Dates:
March 2-9, 2016 (Fall/Winter collections), September 27 - Oct. 5,
2016 (Spring/Summer Collections).
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NEW
YORK FASHION WEEK
New
York Fashion Week has become the place to see and to be seen, with
famous front-row guests like David and Victoria Beckham, Blake
Lively, Kim Kardashian and Kanye West. Rated as one of the “Big
Four” fashion weeks, this entrancing event is held in September and
February every year, showcasing the creations of the industry's
big-time players, including Brooks Brothers, Tommy Hilfiger, Michael
Kors, Alexander Wang, Marc Jacobs, Calvin Klein and Ralph Lauren.
Established in 1943, the New York Fashion Week was organized to
illustrate American fashion, which is usually overshadowed by the
French Fashion industry.
Dates:
February 10-18, 2016 (Fall/Winter collections), September 10 - 17,
2016 (Spring/Summer Collections).
MILAN
FASHION WEEK
A week of glitz
and glamour, The Milan Fashion Week is a major industry event that
highlights the latest trends in Fall and Winter as well as Spring and
Summer fashions. Celebrated bi-annually in a thriving cosmopolitan
and fashion capital, this sought-after and illustrious event was
initiated in 1958 to display the works of the notable fashion
designers in Italy. Visitors of this fabulous event can view
spectacular creations by the biggest names in Italian fashion, such
as Ermanno Scervino, Christian Pellizzani, Ji Wenbo, Zeng Feifei,
Prada, Versace and Armani.
Dates:
February 24 - 29, 2016 (Fall/Winter collections), September 21 - 27,
2016 (Spring/Summer collections).
LONDON
FASHION WEEK
London
Fashion Week, one of the four primary fashion weeks across the world,
dazzles and wows fashion connoisseurs twice a year during September
and February. The event features the latest fashion designs and
trends, and is attended by leading designers as well as fashion
houses that flock to the London Fashion Week display to display their
finest and latest creations. Organized by the British Fashion
Council, the event boasts exhibits from designer fashion labels like
Vivienne Westwood, Simone Rocha, Osman, Noel Stewart, Margaret
Howell, Lucilla Gray, Burberry, Alexander White, and more.
Dates:
February 19-23, 2016 (Fall/Winter collections), September 24-27, 2016
(Spring/Summer collections).
TOKYO
FASHION WEEK
Famous
for its innovations and unique creations, Japanese style has been on
the fashion world’s limelight ever since Rei Kawakubo – the
designer of Comme des Garcons – invaded France’s capital in the
1980s. Her deconstructed, eccentric and ground-breaking designs have
inspired many fashion avant-gardists, such as Martine Margiela and
Helmut Land. And with Japan’s
influence
in fashion, it is no wonder the entire world pauses to see what’s
happening during the Tokyo Fashion Week.
The trends and
styles showcased in this event are often very experimental and bold.
Some of the most unusual trends in fashion came through this vibrant
and dynamic fashion week, and it really won’t be a surprise if it
becomes one of the best in the industry.
Dates:
March 14 - 19, 2016 (Fall/Winter collections), October 12-18, 2016
(Spring/Summer collections).
BERLIN
FASHION WEEK
Berlin
Fashion Week, although it’s relatively new, has gained
international status, thanks to the event’s young and vibrant
fashion designers. Sponsored by Mercedes-Benz, the Berlin Fashion
Week was initiated in 2007 with the aim to
of showcase the creations of the up and coming designers in the
industry. Attendees of Berlin Fashion Week can view fashions from
designers like Emre Ernemoglu, Fyodor Golan, Ewa Herzog and Dorothee
Schumacher.
Dates:
January 18 to 22, 2016 (Fall/Winter collections), June 28 to July 1,
2016 (Spring/Summer Collections).
BARCELONA
FASHION WEEK
There’s
a fierce competition between Barcelona and Madrid on which fashion
week reigns supreme in Spain. But for the most part, style
enthusiasts would pick Barcelona over Madrid. With household names
like Desigual and Mango, Madrid
Fashion Week, or also referred as the
Cibeles
Madrid Fashion Week, will leave you daydreaming of bold prints,
colors and a distinct Latin flair.
AUSTRALIA
FASHION WEEK
Australian
Fashion Week is a ritzy, colorful and must-see industry event, held
annually in
Australia
during the month of May. Displaying the latest fashion trends for all
four seasons, the event lasts for 7 days, and flaunts the creations
of major fashion houses and designers from Australia and the rest of
the Pacific Asia.
Australian
Fashion Week was inaugurated in 1995,
with the purpose of bringing together buyers and designers. Some of
the notable designers at the Australian Fashion Week include
Zimmermann, Swarovski, Hello Elle Australia, Galanni, Alex Perry,
J’Aton Couture, Lisa Ho, and Leona Edmiston.
Date:
May 15 – 21, 2016.
INDIA
FASHION WEEK
One of the most
vibrant and dynamic fashion events in Asia, Lakme India Fashion Week
in Mumbai delights its attendees with its awesome creations from
international labels like Roberto Cavalli, Dolce & Gabbana, and
Louis Vuitton. Billed as the premier fashion event in India, Lakme
India Fashion Week also features the works of many great Indian
designers, such as Ritu Beri, Sabyasachi Mukherjee, Tarun Tahiliani,
Rohit Bal and Manish Malhotra.
Dates:
March 30 - April 3, 2016 (Summer/Resort collections), August 2016
(Winter/Festive).
LOS
ANGELES FASHION WEEK
Los
Angeles Fashion Week is an organization committed to raise the
profile of fashion in the US. Producing a state-of-the-art, an
immersive and unique fashion platform, this bi-annual event
predominantly demonstrates the creations of fashion designers from
Los Angeles and Southern California. While it’s not as well-known
as New York Fashion Week, it has been gradually increasing its
popularity,
as a result of the constant efforts from journalists and LA fashion
designers.
Dates:
March 16 - 20, 2016 (Fall/Winter collections), October 14-18, 2016
(Spring/Summer Collections).
By Diana and Paula
