Women’s runway in 2025 embraced complexity with confidence. Designers explored tension—between strength and softness, control and freedom—while sharpening their narratives and trusting the intelligence of their audience. The strongest shows demonstrated clarity of vision, whether through experimentation, refinement, or a renewed focus on craftsmanship.
The Top 10 women’s runway shows of the year rose above a crowded calendar by offering perspective. These collections didn’t just capture the mood of the moment; they articulated where fashion is headed next—proving that runway still matters most when it delivers meaning, not just momentum.
10 – Alaïa
9 – Dries Van Noten
8 – Balenciaga
7 – Erdem
6 – Dior
5 (tie) – Givenchy
5 (tie) – Chanel
4 – Prada
3 – Dior
2 – Prada
1 – Bottega Veneta
