Paris Fashion Week FW25

Ungaro’s beautiful Avenue Montaigne showroom

This March, I had the joy of bringing nine extraordinary women (and two very brave husbands) to Paris Fashion Week – an experience made even more meaningful because it came at the personal invitation of Kobi Halperin.

Kobi and I were first introduced by Neiman Marcus back in 2015, just as he was launching his own line. From the beginning, his vision resonated deeply with me – elegant, soulful, and rooted in a love of craftsmanship. Over the years we’ve become fast friends, always cheering one another on. To be asked by him to gather a group for Paris was not only an honor, but a full-circle moment.

Our journey began with a private event at the glamorous Avenue Montaigne showroom, where we previewed Kobi’s Fall/Winter 2025 collection. The clothes spoke the way only his work can - imbued with refinement, but also that spark of joy he now brings as Creative Director at Ungaro. We then stepped into Ungaro’s Press Day, mingling with editors, influencers, and models from around the world – a true reminder of fashion’s global heartbeat.

Between events, we immersed ourselves in the history and artistry of couture: the breathtaking Galerie Dior, the Musée YSL, the Louvre’s first-ever couture exhibition, and Dolce & Gabbana’s unforgettable Du Cœur à la Main at the Grand Palais. Of course, there was also a little shopping at my Parisian favorites – because Paris always demands it.

But the true pleasure of this trip was watching Kobi thrive in Paris. To see his artistry shine on such a global stage, and to witness the energy he has brought to Ungaro, was nothing short of inspiring. His work continues to feel fresh, heartfelt, and entirely his own.

As I look ahead to October, I cannot wait to return for Paris Fashion Week once more – this time to preview the Spring/Summer 2026 collections and to celebrate Kobi’s very first runway show in Paris. What a journey, and what a joy to witness what comes next.