Willy Chavarria presented his Fall–Winter 2026 collection at the Dojo de Paris with no shortage of star power. Performers included Mon Laferte, Lunay, Feid, Mahmood, and Santos Bravos, while the runway featured Julia Fox, Goldie, Romeo Beckham, Marcelo Vieira, and Luka Sabbat. The front row matched the energy, with Usher, Arlo Parks, and Thundercat in attendance. The collection itself was just as dynamic, spanning pieces fit for the red carpet and the street alike.

Willy’s world doesn’t have a singularly defined aesthetic; it offers a place for each person. His inspiration comes from living in New York City: “I watch people fall in love. I watch them fall apart. All of us under the same sun, under the same moon, sharing the same universe, breathing the same oxygen, smelling the same garbage.” His collection opens up a place for people to explore our interconnectedness, to bond over the similarity of our lives. The runway is turned into a stage, the world is Willy’s stage, separated into two acts. 

The first act explores elevated daywear through a central collection, where tailoring, dresses, and accessories take focus. The second act introduces Big Willy, a workwear line that is playful, active, and designed at a more accessible price point. A fourth collection with Adidas follows, featuring World Cup merchandise inspired by historic Mexican football uniforms. The third act returns to formalwear—a signature pillar of every Willy Chavarria collection—where each piece is intentional, dramatic, and unmistakably true to the designer’s vision.

Set against the runway backdrop is a conversation between guest and model, displayed as Grindr messages. This moment introduces a collaboration between Willy Chavarria and Grindr, first revealed through a pair of mesh underwear, with more to come. It’s a celebration of gay love, made modern through Grindr, which Chavarria describes as “a catalyst, where intimate conversations begin and evolve into love stories.”

Details come through in suede, slouched bags, and the Bronca Bag, finished with its signature “W” detail, alongside the trademark hairstyling unique to Chavarria’s shows. Sunglasses appeared throughout, with the sharp rectangular shape of the Willy Bad Boy Sunglasses amplifying the collection’s cool factor. Jerseys featured Chavarria’s name alongside the Adidas logo, some rendered in rich velvet. Elsewhere, texture brought depth and sensuality: leopard shearling added a seductive edge, rose motifs introduced romance, and distressed leather grounded the looks with grit. Suits were tailored with precision, showcasing expertise without ever feeling restrictive.

The styling balanced wearability with standout statement pieces. A light blue dress floated down the runway, paired with a sharply structured hat, while a cream dress proved that less can be more, leaving a lasting impression of refined elegance. Footwear emerged as its own chapter in the story: stiletto pumps paired with a cobalt-blue button-down dress brought striking power to the look. In menswear, the Salon Loafer stood out—Chavarria’s take on the 1970s Cuban-heel loafer.

Jewelry further elevated the styling, with charms hanging from belt loops and silver and gold accents standing out against deep brown and black looks. The color palette was unmistakably Willy Chavarria—bold hues reflecting the designer’s fearless aesthetic. Deep reds and blues, along with a soft pink, were set against classic browns and navy, creating striking contrast. Each look carried Chavarria’s distinct signature, giving the show a strong sense of cohesion from start to finish.

The designer took his bow wearing a T-shirt created in collaboration with The Ordinary, bearing the message “Protection Is Love.” The statement speaks to the core of Willy Chavarria’s world—an unwavering emphasis on human dignity and the protection of the queer community. The shirt is available for purchase, with 100 percent of proceeds benefiting Rainbow Railroad.

Love remains a powerful throughline in both the collection and Chavarria’s brand at large. Season after season, he stays anchored to his guiding principles, with this collection rooted in a belief in the power of love for every individual. Inspired by the love he has witnessed, Chavarria’s approach to collaboration and creation feels deeply authentic and driven by purpose.