Fashion Week in a Heat Wave

Rochester News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 26, 2026 · 1m

Paris Fashion Week Men’s faced a historic heat wave, turning runway shows into sweat-soaked spectacles as designers pushed heavy wool and leather while handing out ice packs and mist machines. Critics and students fainted from the heat, forcing shows to move earlier—but the clothes? Still built for cold. A few designers like Issey Miyake and Rick Owens tried to adapt with breathable fabrics and built-in fans, but most ignored the real issue: fashion’s rigid calendar and lavish events are ill-equipped for a warming world. Paris Fashion Week isn’t just suffering—it’s a warning bell for…