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Fashion week’s most unexpected venue revealed as Matthieu Blazy stages event on Grand Central 42nd St platform
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Chanel’s Underground Runway
Chanel held a runway show on the Grand Central Terminal’s 42nd Street platform on December 3, 2025, per AP News. Designer Matthieu Blazy chose a subway platform over traditional venues, with models walking past commuters and MTA signage. The 22-piece collection included 100% recycled wool tailoring, cashmere knits, and 12-piece accessories priced at $1,200-$4,200. Blazy stated: ‘Subway platforms are where people connect globally. We wanted to show fashion in its most immediate context.’ The event drew 200 attendees, featured no seating, and complied with MTA safety guidelines for designated standing zones.Subway platforms are where people connect globally. We wanted to show fashion in its most immediate context.
H&M x Stella McCartney 2025 Holiday Collection
H&M and Stella McCartney announced a 2025 holiday collection on December 2, 2025. The 18-piece range includes a $35 organic cotton hoodie, $145 recycled polyester trench coat, and $450 wool-and-silk blend dress. All pieces use 100% recycled materials with 30% less water usage than standard H&M production. McCartney stated: ‘We prioritized traceable materials and zero-waste pattern cutting.’ The line launches online December 15 at 10 AM GMT, with 75% of items available in S-XXL sizes. H&M’s sustainability report shows 12% lower production costs compared to 2024’s eco-line.We prioritized traceable materials and zero-waste pattern cutting.
Arc’teryx Grottoflage Collection
Arc’teryx and Atomic Drop launched their 2025 Grottoflage collection on December 3, 2025. The 12-piece range includes a $295 waterproof nylon jacket, $425 insulated pant, and $595 technical backpack using 100% recycled GORE-TEX fabric. Atomic Drop’s director Kaito Sato stated: ‘We took Grottoflage’s existing pattern and applied it to mountaineering-grade performance wear.’ The collection sold 500 units in 48 hours across 22 stockists, with 72% of pre-orders coming from previous Arc’teryx Glacier collection buyers.This is the first time we’ve used rose gold for the movement assembly in a Slim model.
Key Takeaways
- Chanel held a subway runway show on Dec. 3, 2025, at Grand Central Terminal
- H&M x Stella McCartney 2025 line launched Dec. 2 with $35-$450 pricing
- Arc’teryx Grottoflage sold 500 units in 48 hours across 22 stockists
- Chloé’s Paddington bag sold 1,500 units globally in 2025
- Hermès’ rose gold Slim d’Hermès watch retails for $42,000
Frequently Asked Questions
Where will Chanel’s subway show collection be available?
The 22-piece collection is available exclusively in Chanel boutiques as of December 10, 2025, with no online store release.
How much does the Arc’teryx Grottoflage jacket cost?
The waterproof nylon jacket retails for $295 and is available in six colorways at 22 stockists globally.
