Photographer Louise Reinke takes us backstage at CFCL (Clothing for Contemporary Life) Spring Summer 2025 in Paris.

Simple elegance and practical sophistication were abundant, from zipped hooded coats with ruffled sleeves to short flared skirts. Many of the creations are made from recycled yarns. Creative Director and Founder Yusuke Takahashi, who worked for a long time at Issey Miyake, has developed a 3D knitting technology that combines traditional techniques with digital tools, enabling him to reduce fabric waste greatly.

CFCL Spring Summer 2025 at Paris Fashion Week photographed by Louise Reinke