Navigate Paris Fashion Week in style this season by taking the train.
Once you arrive at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), hop on a direct train to Paris Gare du Nord in as quickly as 30 min. J'adore!
Upon arrival at this superbly located station, take to the streets of Paris and strut your stuff on and off the catwalk, with the Paris Métro connecting you to all corners of the city. Wearing heels? No problem! There are plenty of cabs in case of any fashion emergencies.
Image Credit: Getty Images, Walter Bibikow. Image Location: Inverted Pyramid, Place du Caroussel, Paris
What is Paris Fashion Week?
Paris Fashion Week, known in French as Semaine de la mode de Paris, is a biannual fashion showcase established in 1973 by the Federation of Haute Couture and Fashion. One of the “Big Four” fashion weeks, Paris Fashion Week ends on the heels of New York Fashion Week, London Fashion Week, and Milan Fashion Week, and is rightfully the grand finale of the month-long extravaganza.
When is Paris Fashion Week?
Brands are showing their women’s spring/summer ready-to-wear collections between Sept. 23 and Oct. 1, 2024.
Where does Paris Fashion Week take place?
Known for its rich French art, fashion, and culture, Paris hosts fashion week in locations all over the city. Most of the fashion shows, runways, and presentations are usually held at Carrousel du Louvre, an underground shopping mall located in the center of Paris.
Image Credit: Getty Images, Laurie Noble. Image Location: Louvre Museum, Paris
Places to go during Paris Fashion Week
Like most of the Big Four fashion weeks, Paris shows are invite-only. But that doesn’t mean there isn’t tons of chic places to explore in the city during fashion week.
Louvre Museum
Closest station: Palais Royal–Musée du Louvre (Paris Métro)
While you’re in the area, consider visiting the Louvre, one of the world's largest art museums. Enter via the glass pyramid, which is also the perfect place to capture your outfit of the day! The Louvre is also popular for fashion week shows, having hosted big brands, including the likes of Louis Vuitton.
Espace Éphémère des Tuileries
Closest station: Tuileries (Paris Métro)
During Paris Fashion Week, this temporary pop-up space in the Tuileries Garden accommodates fashion shows, presentations, and other fashion-forward events. It’s a short walk from Carrousel du Louvre, the central hub for fashion week events.
Palais-Royal
Closest station: Palais Royal–Musée du Louvre (Paris Métro)
This historic palace has a gorgeous garden to explore. The black-and-white columns in the courtyard have become a trendy backdrop for fashion influencers and celebrities for street-style photos.
Musée des Arts Décoratifs
Closest station: Palais Royal–Musée du Louvre (Paris Métro)
Located in the Louvre, the enchanting Museum of Decorative Arts often hosts world-class fashion exhibitions, making it a must-visit during Paris Fashion Week.
Image Credit: Getty Images, Alexander Spatari. Image Location: Champs-Élysées, Paris
Champs-Élysées
Closest stations: Champs-Élysées–Clemenceau (Paris Métro) | Franklin D. Roosevelt (Paris Métro)
This iconic avenue is lined with luxury boutiques—including flagship stores for fashion labels and beauty brands, like French favorites Lacoste and Lancôme. This is one of the most famous places in Paris for high-end shopping and people-watching.
Le Marais
Closest stations: Saint-Paul (Paris Métro) | Hôtel de Ville (Paris Métro)
The Marais neighborhood, which was formerly the city’s Jewish Quarter, is known today for its fashionable boutiques, art galleries, historic architecture, and gay bars. It’s a wonderful place to shop (or browse leisurely!) while soaking up Parisian style. Why not stay in the neighborhood at one of the best hotels in Marais?
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Eiffel Tower
Closest stations: Bir-Hakeim (Paris Métro) | Trocadéro (Paris Métro)
No trip to Paris is complete without a glimpse of the famous Eiffel Tower. The Champ de Mars, the park surrounding the tower, is perfect for picnics in the summertime or simply a spot to chill between shows. It’s also arguably one of the best places to get that picture-perfect Eiffel Tower selfie!
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Image Credit: Getty Images, DaLiu. Image Location: Sacré-Cœur Basilica, Montmartre, Paris
Montmartre and the Sacré-Cœur Basilica
Closest stations: Anvers (Paris Métro) | Abbesses (Paris Métro)
Explore the artsy neighborhood of Montmartre where you can visit one of the best flea markets in Paris. While you're there, enjoy the sunset at the Sacré-Cœur Basilica with panoramic views of the city.
Luxury department stores
If the Champs-Élysées hasn’t tired you out, and you’d like to continue shopping until you actually drop, head to Paris’ famed department stores.
Start with Galeries Lafayette, conveniently located near the Chaussée d'Antin–La Fayette metro station, and then make your way to Le Bon Marché, just a short walk from the Sèvres–Babylone metro station. If window shopping is more your thing, you won’t be disappointed by the extravagant displays these stores have to offer.
Paris Fashion Week by train
Paris Fashion Week is an exceptionally busy time in the city, but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Take a cue from Emily in Paris and explore all that France has to offer by train. Download the Trainline App, plan your schedule accordingly via Trainline’s Journey Planner, and buckle up for a fashionable ride!
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