The first major European exhibition exclusively devoted to the work of Virgil Abloh, one of the most influential creative figures of the 21st century. Fashion, design, music: discover his multidisciplinary output!
The Virgil Abloh ArchiveTM, in partnership with Nike, presents Virgil Abloh: The Codes, from September 30 to October 10, 2025 at the Grand Palais. The exhibition traces nearly twenty years of creation through 20,000 archival pieces: prototypes, sketches, objects, images and creations from his personal collections.
Curated by Chloe Sultan and Mahfuz Sultan, this retrospective is an expanded edition of Virgil Abloh: The Codes presented in 2022. It reveals how "codes", Abloh's characteristic design principles, are reflected in his work on fashion, footwear, architecture, music, advertising and more, unifying a practice that spans multiple disciplines.
The exhibition also highlights Abloh's collaborations with several artists, designers and athletes, underscoring the ethics of community and creative dialogue at the heart of his work. Workshops, performances and screenings will extend the experience, offering deeper insights into the exhibition's themes and bringing together the voices of Abloh's creative community.
This exhibition is organized with the support of the Virgil Abloh Foundation and Nike.
