As the runway lights dim on fashion month, spring rushes in with a packed cultural calendar that’s buzzing with energy. From Milan’s design scene to the sun-soaked streets of Cannes, this season is a feast for fashion devotees, film buffs, design lovers, and those just looking for their next unforgettable getaway. Welcome to The Culture List—your curated passport to everything stylish, sophisticated, and spectacular happening this spring.
The World’s Most Fashionable Watch Party
Event: Watches and Wonders, Geneva
Dates: April 1–7
Every April, Geneva becomes the epicenter of haute horology as Watches and Wonders returns, gathering watchmakers, journalists, and collectors to preview the year’s most dazzling timepieces. Expect diamond-studded statement pieces, inventive designs, and modern tributes to vintage icons. This isn’t just a trade show—it’s the Met Gala for wrists. And with each brand unveiling its latest, you’ll get a sneak peek at the styles that will dominate the wrists of the fashion elite in 2025.
Design Dreams in Milan
Event: Salone del Mobile, Milan
Dates: April 8–13
What began as a global design fair is now one of fashion’s favorite hangouts. Salone del Mobile attracts furniture aficionados, décor divas, and luxury lifestyle lovers to Milan for a week of avant-garde aesthetics. Think: interiors that rival runway collections and home lines from top fashion houses. Between gallery hopping at Fiera Milano and aperitivo at Bar Basso, the design set’s stylish crossover into home goods has never been more pronounced.
A Night at the Met, Reimagined
Event: Met Gala, New York City
Date: May 5
Fashion’s most glamorous night returns to the Metropolitan Museum of Art with a fresh theme: Superfine: Tailoring Black Style. This year’s exhibition honors the artistry and elegance of Black dandyism and tailored menswear. The dress code—“Tailored for You”—is an invitation to reinterpret bespoke fashion through a personal lens. Co-chaired by Pharrell Williams, Colman Domingo, Lewis Hamilton, A$AP Rocky, and the ever-iconic Anna Wintour, this year’s gala promises boundary-pushing red carpet moments. Oh, and did we mention LeBron James is the honorary co-chair? Expect tailoring, elegance, and a redefinition of what menswear can be.
Lights, Camera, Couture
Event: Cannes Film Festival, South of France
Dates: May 13–24
For two sparkling weeks in May, Cannes becomes a playground for the chicest of the chic. Beyond showcasing what will be the year’s most talked-about films, Cannes sets the tone for red carpet glamour. This year, stars like Cate Blanchett, Jennifer Lawrence, Scarlett Johansson, and Robert Pattinson are expected to make appearances, fronting new releases from cinematic heavyweights like Wes Anderson (The Phoenician Scheme) and Spike Lee (Highest 2 Lowest remake). But don’t sleep on the airport arrivals—some of the best looks of the season are spotted just off the tarmac.
Check Into Style: The Hotels Everyone’s Booking
New Opening: Collegio alla Querce, Florence
Ongoing: Clemente Bar, New York
Hotel buzz is peaking this season, with Florence’s Collegio alla Querce stealing headlines as 2025’s most anticipated luxury opening. Expect breathtaking architecture, curated interiors, and the kind of refined Italian charm that makes even your morning espresso feel like an event. Meanwhile, over in NYC, Clemente Bar has quickly built a reputation as one of the city’s most exclusive watering holes—equal parts cocktail haven and style sanctuary.
Fast Cars and Front Rows
Event: Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo
Date: May 26
The Monaco Grand Prix isn’t just for speed junkies—it’s a fashion spectacle in its own right. As Formula 1 fever sweeps the globe (thanks in part to Netflix’s Drive to Survive, returning for Season 7 on March 7), the Monte Carlo race has become a must-attend for the fashion elite. Expect yachts, champagne, and some of the best dressed spectators in sport. It’s the only place where you’ll see pit crews and Prada in the same frame.
What to Watch Next
TV/Film/Streaming Highlights:
- The White Lotus, Season 3
The cult-favorite series is back, and fans are already hooked. Expect more twisted vacation tales, razor-sharp satire, and enviable resort wear. - New Releases from Top Directors:
- The Phoenician Scheme – Wes Anderson
- Highest 2 Lowest – Spike Lee
- Die, My Love – Lynne Ramsay
- Father, Mother, Sister, Brother – Jim Jarmusch
These titles are already drawing buzz—and likely Oscar predictions—as they premiere across global festivals and theaters.
In Summary: Spring 2025 Is Packed, Luxe, and Not to Be Missed
From sipping cocktails in Milan to brushing shoulders with stars in Cannes, the next few months are teeming with experiences that blend fashion, travel, art, and culture. Whether you’re booking flights or just curating your moodboard, spring 2025 is shaping up to be one unforgettable season.
So, what’s first on your list?
