The Next Big Fashion Trend Is… Contradiction?

Fashion Month is finally over with Milan and Paris drawing to a close. My eyes are strained from pouring over roughly 2,000+ looks so you don't have to. We've got the heavy hitters, Chanel, Dior, Celine, Prada, Balenciaga, Rick Owens, Saint Laurent... Somehow I feel like I only scratched the surface. Beyond just reviewing the individual collections, I'm always interested in the bigger picture - what's the common thread connecting all these shows? Because I'm seeing a lot of weird proportions, unexpected combinations, and outfits that seem to be doing everything at once. Maybe we're finally moving beyond the whole skinny vs. baggy debate. Or maybe I'm just patting myself on the back for predicting a trend. Both things can be true. We'll talk about Michael Rider's Celine, Chanel vs. Dior, what's going on with Pierpaolo's Balenciaga, why I love Rick Owens so dang much, and a whole lot more. We'll also get into the importance of styling, creative direction, and why making nice clothes isn't necessarily enough to build a compelling luxury brand. What were your favorite collections this season? And do you agree that fashion is moving toward more contradictory silhouettes and wonky proportions? Let me know in the comments, especially if there's a show I missed that deserves some attention. Celine Spring 2027: https://wwd.com/fashion-news/shows-reviews/gallery/celine-spring-2027-ready-to-wear-collection-pfw-1239308385/ Rick Owens - Stone - Spring 27 Review - https://wwd.com/runw