AC Journal October 2026

FASHION WEEK

When fashion starts telling a story again. For this first feature, I suggest you do not simply summarise the shows. You need to take one Fashion Week phenomenon and build a reflection around it. For example, for September 2026: After several seasons dominated by minimalism, fashion seems to be rediscovering its taste for personality. Silhouettes are becoming more assertive, proportions are shifting, historical references are being reinterpreted, and the houses are once again seeking to create an immediately recognisable identity. In Paris, Milan or New York, the same question seems to arise: what remains when clothes are no longer trying merely to be beautiful, but to say something about the person wearing them? That is precisely what makes this Fashion Week so interesting. Beyond the trends that will emerge in the months ahead, it reflects a desire to return to a fashion that is more expressive, more personal and at times more daring. At AC Journal, we will therefore remember less a colour or a specific piece than a broader movement: the return of personality. And that may be the most interesting trend of the season.

ASSERTING YOUR STYLE

Your style should never be a copy. We live surrounded by images. Social media constantly shows us how to dress, which pieces to buy, which colours to wear and even which aesthetic to adopt. The problem is not being inspired; it begins when inspiration replaces our own identity. Having style does not mean owning the latest trend-led pieces. It means knowing what suits you and why. The same jacket can create a completely different impression depending on who wears it. A colour, a fabric, a silhouette or even an accessory can become a true signature when chosen with intention. So this month, our advice is simple: Before adding a new trend to your wardrobe, ask yourself whether it truly feels like you. Your style should be a conversation between what you love, who you are and how you wish to be perceived. Fashion changes every season; your personality deserves to remain.

CAPSULE WARDROBE

For the new season, there is no need to fill your wardrobe with every new trend. A well-considered capsule wardrobe is built first and foremost on a few pieces that speak to one another and work together. A perfectly cut blazer, a white shirt, impeccably tailored trousers, raw denim, a fine-knit jumper, a structured coat and a pair of elegant shoes provide a strong enough foundation to create very different silhouettes. To this, add a few more personal pieces such as a scarf, a beautiful belt, a jewel, a bag or a bold colour to lend the whole look character. This season, prioritise quality fabrics, timeless cuts and a coherent palette of neutral tones, then let the accessories bring that touch of personality that will make all the difference. A good capsule does not aim to follow every trend: it creates a wardrobe in which every piece has its reason for being.

SEPTEMBER DISCOVERIES

The addresses, houses and personalities that caught our attention Each month, AC Private shares its discoveries: houses with which we choose to build new relationships, as well as addresses that capture the spirit of the moment. RESEE Vintage as a new form of luxury. ReSee stands out through a particularly discerning approach to vintage fashion and collector's pieces. More than a selection of clothes, the house offers a genuine perspective on fashion history, creating a dialogue between iconic pieces, rarities and contemporary desire. It is precisely this approach that made us want to develop a relationship with ReSee and add it to our network. For AC Private, vintage is not simply an alternative to newness: it can be the search for a specific piece, an era, a silhouette or simply something no longer found anywhere else. YARASHOEMAKER Craftsmanship in its purest form. Some encounters remind us that true luxury always begins with craftsmanship. YARASHOEMAKER belongs to that category of houses that place making, precision and personalisation at the heart of their approach. A particularly interesting proposition for AC Private, where we are above all seeking experiences and creations capable of carrying a genuine personal dimension. This month, we are especially delighted to have joined this house to our network and to be able to offer our clients a more discreet approach to shoes and artisanal craftsmanship. DOVER STREET MARKET PARIS The fashion address to watch during Fashion Week. Located on Rue des Francs-Bourgeois, Dover Street Market Paris continues to operate as far more than a concept store. Fashion, contemporary creation, photography, art and culture come together there in a constantly evolving programme. For this Fashion Week, the address is hosting several artistic events and conversations, confirming its place among the locations to watch if you wish to discover fashion beyond the runway. THE ROOM The new face of Parisian vintage. Opened this summer on Rue de Turenne, The Room belongs to this new generation of addresses that approach vintage as a true curation-led experience. Here, the appeal lies not only in finding an older piece, but in the way it is selected, presented and placed within a contemporary aesthetic. An address to keep in mind for those looking to build a wardrobe that is less standardised and more personal. CUVÉE NOIRE Coffee becomes a destination. Just steps from Rue des Martyrs, Cuvée Noire is one of those new Paris addresses where the experience matters as much as what is served. Speciality coffee, contemporary architecture and a carefully considered visual identity: the place sits perfectly within this new generation of cafés that become true lifestyle destinations. Because the new fashion addresses are not always boutiques. Sometimes, they begin simply with a coffee. OUR VIEW This month, one thing strikes us particularly: the boundary between fashion, culture and experience is becoming ever finer. A vintage house can become a destination. An artisan can become an experience. A café can become an essential Fashion Week address. And that is precisely what we wish to share through AC Journal: not simply what is new, but what truly deserves your attention.

EVENTS NOT TO MISS

OCTOBER — THE MONTH WHEN PARIS KEEPS LIVING FASHION After a particularly intense Fashion Week, Paris does not immediately pack away its evening wear. October extends the effervescence with fairs, exhibitions, creative encounters and new ways of discovering fashion. Here are the events we have selected for your diary. OUR APPOINTMENT — SALON DU VINTAGE 15 — 17 October 2026 · Paris 3rd arrondissement This is one of the dates we are most looking forward to this month. Held at 116 Rue de Turenne, Salon du Vintage will bring together, over three days, a curated selection devoted to fashion, haute couture, leather goods, jewellery, watches and vintage accessories. The 2026 edition will feature 70 exhibitors across 1,200 sq m. This year, however, the event will carry a particular significance for AC Private: we will be present at Salon du Vintage. A chance to meet us, to talk about fashion and to discover our approach to personal shopping and private concierge services. For lovers of rare pieces, historic houses and vintage fashion, this is a date to place immediately in the diary. AC Private looks forward to welcoming you there. TRANOÏ PARIS 1 — 4 October 2026 · Palais Brongniart During Fashion Week, Tranoï brings together more than 200 brands from 43 countries across ready-to-wear, accessories and lifestyle. The fair is also a genuine meeting point for designers, buyers and international professionals. A particularly interesting address for discovering the creators who may become the major names of tomorrow. PREMIÈRE CLASSE 2 — 5 October 2026 · Jardin des Tuileries Jewellery, shoes, leather goods, accessories and emerging designers: Première Classe remains one of the unmissable appointments of Paris Fashion Week for discovering the new names in accessories. Set in the Jardin des Tuileries, the fair gathers an international selection of designers and forms a true laboratory for trends to come. FUTURE FORMS 3 — 17 October 2026 · Cultural Centre of Serbia Here, fashion meets art and contemporary design. Future Forms presents eight creative signatures from Serbia and the region through work on volume, materials, silhouettes and the new boundaries between disciplines. The exhibition is free and open until 17 October. LA SEMAINE DES AUTRES MODES 5 — 18 October 2026 · Paris For those who wish to discover another vision of fashion, La Semaine des Autres Modes offers nearly two weeks of exhibitions, shows, encounters, workshops and performances centred on a freer, more responsible kind of fashion. The 2026 edition will notably take over the Maison des Autres Modes and several Parisian venues. FASHION EXHIBITIONS TO SEE

LOOK! 40 YEARS OF FASHION AT THE MUSEUM
 Musée des Arts décoratifs
 From 30 September 2026 To celebrate forty years of collecting and conservation, the museum presents 40 emblematic silhouettes from its fashion collections. An immersion in heritage and couture atelier savoir-faire. PENN & FASHION
 Maison Européenne de la Photographie
 From 30 September 2026 Irving Penn is one of the great names in fashion photography. This exhibition offers a chance to rediscover his eye for the houses, silhouettes and personalities that shaped fashion history. RAFAEL PAVAROTTI, PHOTOGRAPHER
 Musée des Arts décoratifs
 From 2 October 2026 A new exhibition devoted to Brazilian fashion photographer Rafael Pavarotti, whose colourful and singular world enriches Paris's autumn fashion programme.

TO NOTE IN YOUR DIARY 3 — 4 October · Paris Fashion Week / final appointments
 1 — 4 October · Tranoï Paris
 2 — 5 October · Première Classe
 3 — 17 October · Future Forms
 5 — 18 October · La Semaine des Autres Modes
 15 — 17 October · Salon du Vintage 23 — 25 October · Art Basel Paris October will therefore be anything but a quiet month for Parisian fashion. And if you were to remember only one date: join us at Salon du Vintage, from 15 to 17 October.