Paris Fashion Week SS26: Where to Host Your Showroom, Presentation or Photoshoot
1. Why Paris SS26 Is Unmissable
- Paris closes the global fashion month: Sept 29 â Oct 7, 2025.
- Over 76 shows & 36 presentations â the busiest PFW schedule in years.
- Major debuts: Jonathan Anderson at Dior, Matthieu Blazy at Chanel, Pierpaolo Piccioli at Balenciaga.
- Expect thousands of international buyers, editors, influencers and brand teams flooding Paris.
đ Which means that it will be harder than ever to secure the right space.
2. The Rise of Private Showrooms & Alternative Venues
Not every brand fits on the official calendar â and many are choosing to create impact in more intimate, curated settings.
From Haussmann apartments and Marais galleries to industrial lofts near Canal Saint-Martin or hidden courtyards, these private showrooms allow buyers and press to experience collections without the chaos of the big maisons.
At the same time, photoshoots for campaigns and editorials often overlap with Fashion Week â making rooftops, historic hĂŽtels particuliers, and modern studios some of the most sought-after spaces.
Many brands also host cocktail receptions or micro-runways in alternative venues to connect directly with press, partners, and clients.
These formats offer control, exclusivity, and strong storytelling, helping designers stand out while shaping their own narrative outside the main stage.
3. What to Consider When Choosing Your Paris Venue
- Location: proximity to key fashion week hotspots (Trocadéro, Palais de Tokyo, Carrousel du Louvre, Le Marais).
- Accessibility: good transport links, parking for VIPs, easy logistics for deliveries & setups.
- Flexibility: spaces that allow branding, set-design, pop-up installations.
- Capacity: intimate (30-50 pax showroom), mid-size (100-200 pax presentation), or larger venues for cocktail receptions & private runway shows.
- Aesthetic: classic Parisian moldings vs. industrial loft vs. minimalist gallery â the space should complement your collection.
4. Native Spaces Picks for Fashion Week
- âš Haussmann Apartment, Champs-ĂlysĂ©es â perfect for buyer showrooms.
- đŒïž Saint-Germain Art Gallery â flexible for press previews & cocktail receptions.
- đ Rooftop with Eiffel Tower view â editorial shoots & evening cocktails.
- đ„ Loft, Canal Saint-Martin â campaign shoots & Pop up setups.
- đïž Historic HĂŽtel Particulier, Palais de Tokyo high-end presentations.
5. Practical Tips for Booking
- Book early: prime venues are already filling for late September.
- Think services: catering, lighting, security, and technical support can make or break the event.
- Keep it flexible: hybrid showroom + cocktail format is increasingly popular with buyers & press.
- Plan for content: choose a venue that photographs well for social media & campaigns.
6. Ready to Secure Your Venue?
Paris Fashion Week isnât only about what happens on the runway â itâs about where the conversations, deals, and content are created.
At Native Spaces, we help brands secure unique venues for showrooms, runways, and photoshoots â and we also connect you with trusted service providers (caterers, DJs, photographers, lighting, security) to bring your event to life.