KIMHĒKIM Fall/Winter 2025 / FW25 at Paris Fashion Week entitled ‘ L’ atelier KIMHĒKIM ‘
Celebrating 9 Years of KIMHĒKIM’s Creative Journey, for its FW25 Atelier collection, Maison reflects on nearly a decade of craftsmanship, presenting designs that highlight the beauty and fluidity of the human form.
KIMHĒKIM FW25 / Fall/Winter 2025 collection revisits tailoring pieces crafted in the atelier, blending clean silhouettes with thoughtful cuts, soft draping, and materials like pearls and transparent mesh fabrics to create looks that are both playful and elegant.
Creative Director Kiminte Kimhekim reimagines traditional Korean attire with modern techniques, using diverse finishes to breathe new life into classic forms.
Couture pieces inspired by the Stockman mannequin —a beloved tool in his atelier—capture the pure joy of creation, evoking the serene atmosphere of a sunlit afternoon at work. Sleek black tailoring pieces are paired with twisted heels that resemble draped dresses, embodying the simple yet poetic DNA of KIMHĒKIM.
KIMHĒKIM FW25 / Fall/Winter 2025 collection invites you to explore a unique blend of tradition and contemporary elegance, offering a fresh perspective where craftsmanship meets creativity in perfect harmony.
MAISON KIMHĒKIM Founded in 2016, the brand takes its name from an ancient Korean royal family renowned for its decorative arts. By integrating this heritage with modern elements, we present new collections that blend minimal and playful designs. Since 2021, the brand has explored experimental details and silhouettes through a series called ‘Obsession.’
KIMHĒKIM currently operates its headquarters and first flagship store in Seoul, with aspirations to open spaces in major cities around the world where people can experience the brand universe. Founder and creative director Kimintē envisions growing the brand into one that brings happiness to those seeking balance between their inner and outer selves.
About the designer, Born in Korea, Kimintē KimhēKim nurtured his creativity by dressing Barbie dolls in traditional hanbok with his grandmother from the age of seven. As a dreamer, he left for Paris without hesitation, graduating from Studio Berçot and gaining a deep understanding of French couture under Nicolas Ghesquière at Balenciaga. Since establishing the brand in 2016, He has showcased collections at Paris Fashion Week since 2019.
All images KIMHĒKIM FW25 / Fall/Winter 2025 / FW25 at Paris Fashion Week by the brand. CREDITS TO : CREATIVE DIRECTOR Kiminte Kimhekim @kiminte / PRODUCTION & PRODUCER Foudre Paris @foudre_paris Evelyne Bonneau @evybono / PROJECT MANAGER Maëlle Ghesquiere / CASTING Alexandre Junior Cyprien @alexandrejuniorcyprien / SET DESIGNER Valentin Hammerle @valentinhaemmerle / HAIR Carole Douard @caroledouard Sponsored by SHU UEMURA / MAKE UP Hélène Vasinier @helenevasnier Sponsored by Embryolisse / NAILS Maho Ishikawa @mhchi28__2 / MUSIC COMPOSER ANISS BELKADI @amakuno / RUNWAY PHOTO Dominique Maitre / PHOTO BTS Paul Garnier @pl_gr / VIDEO Antoine Bedos @antoinebedos / STYLING ASSISTANT Shinyoung Lee@L_sunny_L Jaegil Yi @yijaegil Kevin Bae @bae_baebrick Daum Ha @iamdaumha / COLLECTION PHOTOS Maria Chehovskaya @chehovskaya