Art Basel Paris 2024 has made a triumphant return to the iconic Grand Palais, reclaiming its spot after two years at the temporary Grand Palais Éphémère. Set against the Beaux-Arts grandeur of the venue, the event featured notable VIPs like Brad Pitt, Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte, and Natalie Portman mingling among the art elite. Opening day buzzed with energy as sunlight streamed through the Grand Palais’s restored glass roof, illuminating 195 galleries from 42 countries, reflecting Paris’s growing global art scene influence. Expanded programming included a partnership with Miu Miu and off-site exhibitions at the Domaine National du Palais-Royal and Petit Palais, blending Parisian culture with the international art market.

The fair’s structure featured the main Galeries section, the Emergence section for young artists, and Premise, a new platform for nine galleries with curated exhibitions. Standout works included Barbara Kruger’s Untitled (Long Life), Kati Heck’s Tip-Toe Echo, France-Lise McGurn’s Feather Lite, and Jack O’Brien’s Allowance, all exploring varied themes from media critique to authority. Other highlights were Linder’s The Red Shoes, Shuang Li’s The Guillotine (Future) on dystopia, and Mathis Altmann’s Mid-City III (Dionysian Revel), a diorama evoking a decayed, chaotic warehouse. Paulina Olowska’s Laura with Wolves brought feminine energy to Pace’s witch-themed booth.

A new addition, the Oh La La! initiative, encouraged galleries to rehang booths on Friday and Saturday, offering new works for discovery. As the fair rolled into the weekend, sales were successful, with White Cube leading with a $9.5 million Julie Mehretu sale. With its stellar programming, glamorous clientele, and buzzing atmosphere, Art Basel Paris 2024 solidified its place on the international art fair circuit.

Around Paris, satellite exhibitions echoed Art Basel’s energy. Highlights included Tales & Tellers by Miu Miu at Palais d’Iéna, a Chantal Akerman retrospective at Jeu de Paume, and the Reena Spaulings Collective’s critique on consumerism at Galerie Hussenot. The Surrealismé exhibit at Centre Pompidou also celebrated Surrealism with over 500 works.

With its stellar programming, glamorous clientele, and a buzzing atmosphere, Art Basel Paris 2024 solidified its place as a key destination on the international art fair circuit, blending Parisian flair with the unmistakable excellence of Art Basel.

Written by Sofia Hallstrom.

The Art Basel Shop, curated by Colette’s co-founder and creative visionary Sarah Andelman, was a standout feature at Art Basel Paris, bridging the worlds of art, fashion, and eco-conscious design. Located within the Grand Palais Éphémère, this unique retail experience presented a carefully curated collection blending artist-driven designs with sustainable craftsmanship.

Showcasing Andelman’s innovative approach, the shop featured exclusive collaborations that spanned sustainable fashion to one-of-a-kind art pieces. Key items included scarves by artists Claudia Comte and Marcel Dzarma, created in collaboration with Parley for the Oceans, an organisation dedicated to repurposing ocean plastic waste. Guerlain presented the world’s first signature art-fair branded fragrance, crafted in partnership with artist Julie Beaufils, which embodied a sensory experience inspired by art and nature.

Among the shop’s most compelling offerings was Martine Syms’ clothing line, developed with the support of Lafayette Anticipations. Syms’ collection brought a fresh perspective to wearable art, highlighting thoughtful, minimalist design that was both stylish and eco-friendly. Additional partnerships added unexpected twists: the Uniqlo x Musée du Louvre collaboration reflected a fusion of high art and accessible fashion, while Paris Saint-Germain Football Club joined in with art-forward pieces, showcasing its influence in both sports and contemporary culture.

By bringing together art and sustainability, the Art Basel Shop offered more than just merchandise—it embodied a movement toward mindful consumption. Andelman’s curation reflected a new chapter in retail, one that emphasised the values of conscious artistry. For visitors to Paris+, the shop provided a glimpse into a future where art and sustainability intersect seamlessly.

London Fashion Week marks its 40th anniversary this year, with thousands of city venues being transformed into fashion show spaces for one-night-only events. Stylish crowds have been out in full force for the Spring/Summer 2025 collections, showcasing both established and emerging talent for the upcoming season.

Here are some of Twin’s highlights.

Chopova Lowena

On Friday evening, Chopova Lowena invited guests to the derelict basement of Shoreditch Town Hall, and combined  playful references like the Wild West, can-can dancers, and Victorian Halloween costumes. Their signature carabiner clip kilts were ever-present, along with whimsical charm details. Titled “Chuckaboo,” the show had models racing through abandoned rooms accompanied by heavy metal soundtracks.

The English-Bulgarian duo debuted two collaborations: one with Asics, reimagining the GEL Quantum 360 VIII sneakers with butterflies, rhinestones, and flowers; and another with Hellmann’s Mayonnaise.  A version of the brand’s leather “Margaret” shoulder bag was designed to carry a jar of the much-loved condiment, complete with a Victorian silver spoon and Hellmann’s blue charm.

JW Anderon

At JW Anderson, restriction is liberation.

Grounded in just four materials—cashmere, leather, silk, and sequins—  Anderson’s SS25 collection featured echoes of previous designs, including optical illusion fastenings, buttery leather, liquid dresses, and oversized Argyle knits. 

The Irish designer’s typical absurdity shone through in structural dresses with exaggerated hems and oversized pullovers mimicking sleek bomber jackets.

Nensi Dojaka

Albanian-born designer Nensi Dojaka returned to the runway after a two-season break, unveiling her collaboration with Calvin Klein and launching her e-shop on the same day. Since her rise in 2019, including winning the LVMH Prize in 2021 and dressing celebrities like Beyoncé and Dua Lipa, Dojaka has quickly become one of fashion’s most sought after brands.

Her signature lingerie-inspired designs were on full display, featuring stretch tulle layers, micro-drapes, and intricate strapwork. Models also were seen sporting body-clinging knitwear dresses, and leather bustier dresses. 

“I think femininity is about embracing the contrast that lives within us: the balance between softness and strength,” Dojaka said in the show notes. This balance was undoubtedly at the core of her SS25 collection.