Army chic! Balmain Spring 2026 ready-to-wear collection went down a treat at Paris Fashion Week

Olivier Rousteing put on an impressive display when he showcased Balmain's Spring 2026 ready-to-wear collection to a packed-out room at Paris Fashion Week, with dozens of celebrities in attendance.

The show was held in the impressive ballroom of the Intercontinental Hotel in the capital city, which was the location of the fashion icon's first show as Creative Director many moons ago, in 2011.

'This season everybody’s talking about a new era, and new beginnings,' he explained. 'But I believe that you can build your new era, and you make your new beginning, by being yourself in the same house and challenging yourself.'

'If you want to hear from life and learn from life, you can be a new you—and that’s a bit what I’m expressing through the collection this season,' he added.

His show was filled with Balmain's typical army style, with khaki patterns and trendy chunky aviator sunglasses with coloured lenses. He did go for softer touches than usual. Olivier ditched his usual sharp lines and neat cuts for more fun, flowy options.

He even threw plenty of seashells and white tones in there for good measure. Could army chic get any more relaxed?!

The show went down a hit with fans, as stars lined the front row. Models Cara Delevingne, Taylor Hill, and Alton Mason were all in attendance.

Check out some of the looks on the runway here: