2026 FW Men’s Fashion Week Highlights: Jonathan Anderson’s return, Ralph Lauren’s comeback to Milan , and Véronique Nichanian’s farewell at Hermès
1 Pitti Uomo
The historic menswear fair Pitti Uomo takes place twice a year. Beyond its main exhibition featuring brands such as Brunello Cucinelli, Piacenza 1773, and Caruso, it also hosts a strong lineup of guest designers. This year, Hed Mayner will stage a runway show at the Palazzo Vecchio of Santa Maria Novella, while Japanese designer Tsuyoshi Otsuki, last year’s LVMH Prize winner, will present his label SOSHIOTSUKI at the Santa Maria Novella church as part of the fashion week program.
2 Milan Men's Fashion Week
Zegna, which staged its show outside Italy for the first time last season in Dubai, returns to Milan this year—shifting from closing show to opening show to officially kick off Milan Men’s Fashion Week. Prada is, of course, one of the most anticipated highlights, as the industry watches how Miuccia Prada and Raf Simons will set the tone for next season’s trends. Meanwhile, Ralph Lauren makes a long-awaited return to the Milan runway after 20 years, and Giorgio Armani will present its first menswear show since the founder’s passing last September—a moment of particular significance for the house.
3 Paris Men's Fashion Week
Pharrell Williams’ Louis Vuitton will once again take center stage, opening Paris Men’s Fashion Week. Following Jonathan Anderson’s highly acclaimed debut last season, his second menswear collection for the house is set to be one of the most closely watched shows of the week. At the same time, this season marks a significant farewell as Véronique Nichanian will present her final collection for Hermès after 37 years at the helm, closing an era for the maison.
Rising label Magliano will make its Paris debut this season, while Willy Chavarria—celebrated for his Chicano-inspired aesthetic—returns to the city with his second runway show. Bringing FW26 Men’s Fashion Week to a close, Jacquemus will stage his show at the Picasso Museum, revisiting the very venue where the brand presented its Spring/Summer 2018 collection. It promises a poetic finale to end the season on a high note.
