In a surprise turn of events, actors Willem Dafoe and Hilary Swank took to the runway for Miu Miu's spring/summer 2025 show at Paris Fashion Week. This unexpected appearance highlighted the brand's evolving appeal, proving that Miu Miu is no longer just a favorite among Gen Z.
Willem Dafoe's Runway Debut for Miu Miu
Willem Dafoe, 69, closed the show in a smart navy overcoat and grey suit trousers, embodying the quintessentially preppy looks that dominated the collection. This was not Dafoe's first foray into the world of high fashion; he previously walked the runway for Prada's 'Villains' show in 2012.
Hilary Swank's Stylish Appearance
Hilary Swank, 50, also made a striking appearance on the runway. The two-time Oscar winner wore a broad-shouldered tan leather trench coat, complete with bohemian layered belts and sporty pink sliders. Her look perfectly captured Miu Miu's signature blend of different style eras.
Collection Highlights and Themes
The Miu Miu spring/summer 2025 collection, designed by Miuccia Prada, played with the modern concept of 'work attire' by layering corset tops fashioned out of suit fabric over vests. The show also featured shell suits, sneakers, and polos paired with preppy pleated skirts and boxy blazers, reflecting a mix of athleisure and workwear. Models Alexa Chung and Cara Delevingne showcased this sporty-preppy style, with Chung wearing a plunging Eighties swimsuit under a suit jacket and Delevingne in a black leather blazer and red three-quarter zip-up top.
The collection drew inspiration from the 'Sloane Ranger' and 'Ivy League' styles, with navy sweaters over peter-pan collared shirts, layered taupe trench coats, and three-quarter zip pullovers. Rapper Little Simz also appeared on the runway, showcasing the smart but sporty aesthetic. The show included some avant-garde elements, such as knee-high leg warmers and kitten heels, and even avocado emblazoned skirts, symbolizing a nod to millennial fashion.
Front Row Celebrities
The front row was filled with Gen Z icons, including TikTok's Nara Smith, who arrived in a bikini and overcoat, and TikToker-turned-singer Addison Rae, who wore a polka-dot two-piece and burgundy slingback kitten heels. Other notable attendees included Poppy Delevingne, singer Camila Cabello, and model Barbara Palvin.
The show, held in an underground printing studio, featured press print-outs by London-based artist Goshka Macuga and an audio message that set the tone for the event. The overall atmosphere was a playful take on preppy fashion, challenging traditional notions of high fashion and embracing a more eccentric and avant-garde aesthetic.
