Published Jul 8, 2026

Vetements Distorts the Everyday

Cecily Kenney

2 min read

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This past week, I had the opportunity to attend the Vetements runway show in Paris. Staged beneath a bridge just steps from the Eiffel Tower, the location perfectly reflected Guram Gvasalia's vision. The industrial setting, paired with a crowd that embodied the brand's grungy, artistic spirit, made the show feel unmistakably Vetements. Even before the first model even stepped onto the runway.

The collection explored the tension between traditional businesswear and exaggerated proportions. Sharp tailoring was pushed to new extremes through oversized blazers draped over slim frames, while fitted silhouettes brought structure back into focus. A cast of more mature models added another layer to the collection, shifting the conversation away from trend-driven youth and toward confidence, individuality, and lived experience.

There was a theatrical quality to the show that never felt forced. Models stormed down the runway with intention as chain belts punctuated every step. Sleek footwear kept even the most oversized looks grounded in wearability. One of the strongest runway moments for me came through a trio of lace and latex looks that balanced softness with provocation, before Sharon Stone closed the show in thigh-high latex boots beneath an oversized white blazer. It was a finale that captured Vetements' ability to make contradiction feel effortless.

Throughout the collection, Vetements continued its fascination with revealing through concealing. Familiar garments were distorted, proportions were challenged, and conventional dress codes were quietly dismantled. Rather than relying on shock value, Guram Gvasalia demonstrated that the brand's power still lies in its ability to question the ordinary and transform it into something entirely new.