Ending the controversy over what happened to Paris Fashion Week, French fashion regulatory body says this month’s men’s and haute couture shows will free audiences from fear of coronavirus
PARIS – Ending the controversy over what happened to Paris Fashion Week, French fashion regulatory body has said this month’s Paris men’s and haute couture shows will free audiences from fear of coronavirus.
The Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode has told luxury homes that they cannot invite guests this season, following instructions from the police.
In a statement to The Associated Press, the federation said on Monday that “we confirm that public gatherings cannot take place” at Paris Fashion Week, saying that “houses can still host ‘real’ runway shows. with models broadcast live, as long as their events take place behind closed doors. ”
While Paris is not technically in locking, strict restrictions restrict movements across the country, including a 6pm or 8pm curfew. Following the rules again can result in a six-month prison sentence.
The second lockout in France ended on December 15, but restaurants, bars, cinemas, theaters and museums remain closed.
As for Milan Fashion Week, despite the best efforts of the Italian fashion council to maintain the minimum number of live shows, major brands have also chosen to showcase their collections without guests, guests journalists or photographers present.
The Lombardy region, where Milan is located, appears to have been shut down to another level.
Fendi, Dolce & Gabbana and Etro have all said there will be no guests in their shows. They were among four brands designing live performances of this tour. Representatives for K-way, the high-end outdoor clothing manufacturer that is expected to appear, did not respond to requests for comment.
The Milan Fashion Week calendar from January 15-19 is a long way back from the norm, with only 40 brands taking part.