Tom Ford Brings Paris and Janet Jackson Together for Their First Family Fashion Show

They shared the most heartfelt reunion before sitting front-row.

Paris and Janet Jackson met up at the Tom Ford Spring 2026 show
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Paris and Janet Jackson are both front-row regulars, especially during Paris Fashion Week. Even so, the niece and aunt have never attended the same runway show. On October 1, the Jacksons made up for lost time at Tom Ford's Spring 2026 presentation.

Creative director Haider Ackermann brought the family members together to view his second Tom Ford show at the Pavillon Vendôme. Though Paris and Janet didn't arrive together—they reunited outside the Parisian venue—they accidentally coordinated outfits. (Whether a group chat was involved, we'll never know.) The 27-year-old embraced her aunt in a long-sleeve Tom Ford gown. It was your classic little black dress until her hip revealed a circular cutout. She laced her leg through the hole, which made for a striking slit.

Tom Ford also loaned Paris her accessories, including pointy, lace-up pumps. A leather top-flap clutch carried her essentials. Several yellow gold rings covered each finger, except for her pinkies. To finish, Paris swapped a diamond bracelet for a patent black bangle. It was equal parts geometric and glamorous, thanks to the gold hardware.

Paris and Janet Jackson met up at the Tom Ford Spring 2026 show

Paris and Janet were all smiles outside the Tom Ford affair.

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Paris Jackson attended the Tom Ford Spring 2026 show

A moment for Paris's solo step-and-repeat.

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Janet Jackson followed her niece's color story with Tom Ford staples, starting with a leather T-shirt. A matching blazer remained in her arm given the 70° Fahrenheit weather, while a satin maxi skirt juxtaposed the rock-and-roll-ish charm of her top. Blink and you'll miss her envelope-style clutch, hidden under the leather jacket.

The Grammy winner accessorized more than her niece. (Perhaps she picked up the maximalist gene from her older brother, Michael.) A black leather belt—featuring gold hardware—cinched the oversize fit of her T-shirt. It complemented her extra-large hoop earrings, also in yellow gold.

Janet Jackson wore all-black to the Tom Ford Paris Fashion Week Show

The pop star looked stage-ready in a handful of leather.

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Similar styles have become Janet's calling card over the years, specifically at fashion week events. Golden hoops have graced her ears at Thom Browne Fall 2024, Louis Vuitton Spring 2023, and Jean Paul Gaultier Fall 2009 Couture. Paris, on the other hand, prefers small studs or no earrings at all.

It's unclear if Janet sat next to Paris, but regardless, the "Rhythm Nation" singer enjoyed the show. "Haider, just beautiful," Janet captioned her Instagram story. "I love you and miss you, can't wait to see you." Clearly, it was a night for reunions all around.

Meguire Hennes
Staff Writer, Fashion

Meguire Hennes is the fashion staff writer at Marie Claire, where she breaks down the celebrity looks living rent-free in her head (and yours). Whether a star is walking the red carpet or posing on Instagram, Meguire will tell you who they're wearing and why. When she's not gushing about A-listers from J.Law to Rihanna, Meguire also covers breaking industry news.

Previously, Meguire was the fashion news writer at The Zoe Report. She received a bachelor's degree in fashion studies at Montclair State University, and has freelanced at Bustle, Women's Health, Well+Good, and more. You can find her words across the fashion, beauty, health, and wellness verticals, because her Libra moon wouldn't let her settle on one beat. Follow her on Instagram for BTS moments from her Marie Claire era.