Germanier will close Paris Haute Couture Week next January

« Germanier is thrilled to announce a historic moment for our house. As a guest member, we will have the honor of closing the Official Haute Couture Calendar SS25 on January 30, 2025, at 6:00 PM, with an exceptional show highlighting innovation, creativity, and boldness. » announced an Instagram post from the brand a few days ago. These words mark a historic milestone for Kevin Germanier, the visionary designer who has redefined the boundaries of sustainable luxury. On January 30, 2025, Germanier will have the honor of closing the Official Haute Couture Calendar for SS25, a prestigious privilege confirming his status as one of the most innovative voices in contemporary fashion. But what defines the creative genius behind this revolutionary brand?

Kevin Germanier first captivated the world with his debut collection at Paris Fashion Week in Autumn 2018. Shortly after, MatchesFashion showcased his creations in their FW18 womenswear collection, becoming the brand's exclusive retailer. Germanier's early works included t-shirts, skirts, and dresses that uniquely blended glamour with sustainability. In 2019, his designs gained further acclaim when Nick Knight selected one of his dresses for the 20th anniversary issue of V Magazine. The editorial, featuring a dazzling palette of technicolor looks, cemented Germanier's reputation as a bold and avant-garde designer.

For his FW21 collection, Germanier explored the intersection of craftsmanship and futuristic luxury. He explained: « I wanted to highlight the craftsmanship of everyone involved in the brand », from the « techniques used to create panels of beads and marabou feathers sourced from London's specialists Jaffe, to the knitting done by my grandmother and her knitting circle. » This collection embodied his commitment to fusing artisanal techniques with bold aesthetics. His SS23 collection, meanwhile, was a tribute to his ability to combine theatricality and sustainability. The final piece, dubbed La Grande Dame, was a recycled coat made from 52 meters of ostrich feathers. This spectacular look, brimming with energy and theatricality, left a lasting impression in the fashion world. In this collection, Germanier also collaborated with Brazilian artisan Gustavo Silvestre, whose crochet creations brought motifs of hope and renewal to the runway.

The artist and pioneer of experimental electronic music Björk has often turned to Kevin Germanier's creations to complement her avant-garde aesthetic. In 2022, during the tour for her 10th album, Germanier's designs perfectly aligned with her constantly evolving vision. This synergy between the two artists resulted in an unforgettable collaboration, blending fashion and music in a cohesive narrative. One of Germanier's greatest achievements remains the Golden Voyager look, which redefined fashion's potential to merge sustainability and couture. Designed for the closing ceremony of the Olympic Games, this golden jumpsuit adorned with sequins and 20,000 beads was a true masterpiece. Alongside artistic director Thomas Jolly and costume director Daphné Bürki, Germanier brought the "Golden Record" theme to life in a performance blending art and storytelling. True to his upcycling approach, he transformed recycled materials into a dramatic and innovative showpiece.

As Kevin Germanier prepares to take center stage during the Haute Couture SS25 shows, his journey testifies to the power of vision, creativity, and sustainability. From his beginnings at Central Saint Martins to collaborations with global icons, Germanier has consistently pushed the boundaries of fashion. With his debut on the Haute Couture calendar, he is set to inspire a new generation of designers to dream bigger and design smarter.