Celine, the Paris-based luxury house known for its sleek tailoring and sharp silhouettes, has paused its Spring 2024 menswear event planned in Paris amid growing tension in the city. Reports indicate the label will not stage the Celine Homme summer presentation as scheduled for 2024, out of concern for the safety of attendees and staff. The venue, described as a cultural center known as Gate-Lyric, was set for this Sunday, July 2, at 20:30.
Officials said additional activities tied to the show were also cancelled. Hedi Slimane, Celine’s creative director, is rumored to be arranging post-show performances by performers outside the main runway event.
The public was informed that the decision to cancel stems from ongoing unrest in Paris and broader security concerns. The fashion house communicated that producing a show amid ongoing turmoil would be irresponsible and could put people at risk.
Unrest in France began after a fatal police shooting in Nanterre on June 27, when a 17-year-old was killed. The incident sparked overnight protests, arson, and clashes with authorities, with demonstrations spreading to other cities. The situation has continued to escalate in the days that followed.
In addition to street turmoil, commentators note the broader context of protests and public safety concerns shaping cultural events across the country. This pause marks another instance of major houses reassessing schedules in response to evolving conditions on the ground. [Cited coverage: Fashion News Agency]
Observers in North America are watching closely, interpreting the move as part of a wider pattern in which luxury brands recalibrate calendars in response to security and social disruption. The decision is framed as a precaution to protect audiences, staff, and partners, while allowing the design team to focus on future creative plans without compromising safety. [Attribution: Industry Journal]