In Europe, the fifth wave of COVID-19 pandemic causes some male fashion week shows in Paris (18-23 January) to cancel presentations and others apply changes. Despite this, the event continues. For this edition it is confirmed by 76 houses in the official calendar, consisting of 17 parades and 29 physical presentations (or 46 events in this format) and 30 in digital format alone, according to reports of the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode.

On the other hand, together with Armani, the Italian male clothing brand number 00 also cancelled its parade in Milan. Brunello Cucinelli cancelled his attendance at Pitti Uomo, but plans to perform a performance at the brand showroom in Milan during fashion week.

The Week of men's fashion in Milan, scheduled from 14 to 18 January, will also be held as a physical event. "both shows and activities-presentations and events-are allowed with the presence of guests, provided that procedures and protocols are applied to prevent the spread of Covid-19 infection," said Carlo Capasa, President of camera Nazionale della Moda.

Regarding Giorgio Armani's departure, he said, "we can only understand Mr. Armani's decision to cancel his fashion show, which is an option that is consistent with his approach to the pandemic and his vision."

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In France, the new daily cases of covid-19 reached close to a record of 300,000 on Tuesday. In view of these figures, the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode of France sent government health measures to the participating houses, and a further protocol is expected next week.

These restrictions include the use of facial masks (also mandatory on the streets of Paris) and the possession of a vaccination pass. Spectators must be seated with a physical distance of at least one metre between two people, without allowing room to stand. Models that do not wear masks should maintain a distance of two meters. Cocktails should probably be avoided, as France has banned standing in bars and cafés from 3 January and for three weeks, that is, until the end of men's week.

Together with Armani, the Italian male clothing brand number 00 also cancelled its parade in Milan. Brunello Cucinelli cancelled his attendance at Pitti Uomo, but plans to perform a performance at the brand showroom in Milan during fashion week.

In the case of Italy, participants in Milan should have a "super green pass" (report vaccination status) and wear an FFP2 mask. In addition, camera fashion is finalizing the fourth update of a protocol developed in collaboration with local authorities, which will be sent to participating brands in the coming days.

Capasa also warned about possible changes in the calendar in the coming days, noting that "some events that to date cannot be held as imagined might have to be cancelled or postponed" and such shows can be continued online on the camera Mode platform.