From Rihanna with Riot to Beyoncé and J-Z: 10 most viral moments at Paris Fashion Week SS26

Paris Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2026 was held from June 26, 2025, to June 29, 2025. Over the years, it has evolved into a cultural phenomenon where celebrities from across the world gather to witness the latest trends in fashion.

This season, the show featured 40 runway shows and 30 presentations, an increase from the previous year's 37 shows and 32 presentations. The fashion shows featured labels like Louis Vuitton by Pharrell Williams, Ryota Iwai’s rising label, Auralee, and Anthony Vaccarello’s Saint Laurent, AMI Paris, and Yohji Yamamoto Pour Homme.

In addition to the fashion shows, celebrity moments stole the show. From Rihanna’s appearance with her son Riot to Beyoncé and Jay Z’s viral appearance at the event, the season delivered unforgettable highlights that captured millions of hearts.

So, we decided to dive in to bring you the 10 most viral moments from the Paris Fashion Week SS26, which made it one of the biggest trends online.

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Paris Fashion Week SS26: 10 Show-Stopping Moments That Broke the Internet

Here are the top 10 viral moments from the Paris Fashion Week SS26 that set the internet ablaze and sparked social media discussions.

Rihanna with son Riot Rose

Rihanna’s son Riot Rose Mayers made his first official public appearance with his mother at the Paris Fashion Week SS26 on June 27 in Paris, France, a report in E! News stated. Riot was born on August 1, 2023, and will turn 2 this year.

He was seen sporting a black Harley-Davidson jacket and purple cargo pants. He sat on the front row with the singer and looked as fashionable as his parents. Rihanna and her son were at the event to support A$AP’s AWGE Menswear Spring/Summer 2026 Show.

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Rihanna and A$AP Rocky’s Power Couple Moment

Rihanna and her husband, A$AP Rocky, were spotted attending the Dior Homme Menswear Spring/Summer 2026 show on June 27. They registered a striking presence with their fashionable ensembles. The 37-year-old singer was seen wearing a white shirt, layered with a mint green vest. She completed her look with grey denim jeans and a jacket.

Complementing his wife’s looks, the rapper wore a sky-blue shirt and blue denim jeans, along with a red, green, and blue striped Dior tie. He carried a tan bag with fringe tassels.

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Rihanna's pregnancy glow

Rihanna stole the hearts of her fans as she proudly stepped out to attend the Paris Fashion Week SS26. Her pregnancy glow and maternity style became one of the most talked-about subjects at the fashion event.

She wore a striped button-up shirt and was seen flaunting her baby bump. She paired it with a mini skirt, high socks, and heels. The couple who are also parents to RZA Athelston Mayers (3) are expecting their third child together.

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Beyoncé's return to Fashion Week after years

According to XMAG, Beyoncé returned to a fashion show after a year. She was spotted at Louis Vuitton Menswear Spring/Summer 2026 during the Paris Fashion Week. The Grammy-winning singer surprised her fans with her entry at the event on June 24, 2025. She was accompanied by her husband, Jay-Z.

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Beyoncé and Jay-Z’s Western-Inspired Takeover at Louis Vuitton SS26

The internet was set ablaze when Beyoncé walked hand-in-hand with her husband, Jay Z, at the Louis Vuitton SS26 in a cowboy fashion. They sat in the front row to support their friend, Pharrell Williams. Fans called them “king and queen” who perfectly served the fashion goals.

Beyoncé's Western-inspired denim ensemble, custom-designed by Williams, became a viral sensation. It was a nod to her latest, Cowboy Carter album. She added a fuzzy coat over her denim and completed her look with a cowboy hat and platform heels. Jay-Z wore a black leather jacket, with a white t-shirt and black trousers.

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Pharrell Williams’ family attends the event in coordinating outfits

Pharrell Williams’ family was seen in matching denim outfits, attending the Louis Vuitton SS26 during the first day of the Spring-Summer 2026 Men's Fashion Week in Paris on June 24, 2025 in Paris. His wife, Helen Lasichanh, arrived with their four children, eldest son, Rocket, and their triplets, whose names have not been revealed yet.

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Pharrell Williams Gifts Beyoncé a Runway-Exclusive Louis Vuitton Bag

During the Louis Vuitton show, Pharrell Williams took the spotlight when he decided to gift a tan colored duffle bag from the brand to his long-time friend, Beyoncé, straight off the runway. She was surprised by his warm gesture. He then hugged Jay-Z before returning to his place, a report in Grazia Magazine stated.

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Tyler, the Creator and Doechii debut their song

Doechii and Tyler, The Creator’s new collab song, Get Right, premiered at the Louis Vuitton Men's Spring/Summer 2026. It became one of the star highlights of their show, a report in Complex stated.

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K-Pop sensations J-Hope and Jackson Wang's arrival

K-Pop idols J-Hope and Jackson Wang made a major impact at the Louis Vuitton show for Paris Men’s Fashion Week. The duo posed for the photographs as they made bold fashion statements.

Hope was seen in a chocolate brown two-piece suit. He added a pink tie and carried a pink Louis Vuitton duffle bag. While Wang wore a outift with bold patterns, completing his look with pink shades. They livestreamed their arrivals to their fans, making a massive global impact.

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Jonathan Anderson’s Dior Debut

Jonathan Anderson made his most anticipated debut for Dior Men’s SS26. His first-ever collection was unveiled on June 27, 2025. He recoded the brand’s identity by blending its classic Dior heritage with his concepts.

After six days of viral celebrity moments and eye-catching ensembles, Paris Fashion Week SS 26 has now closed its doors. The presence of celebrities like Beyonce, Jay-Z, Rihana, A$AP, and Pharrell Williams elevated its appeal among the masses, which has set the tone for the season’s trends.