The Parcours de Stylistes is an event as quirky as the Belgians themselves, organised by Modo Bruxellae. Taking place every two years, the fashion trail brings top designers and their collections, famous brands and the creative output of schools and young talent to the town's exclusive boutiques and unusual locations: car parks and churches, apartments and art galleries, theatres and bus shelters, restaurants, bars and bakeries. This year's curator is none other than Marina Yee, part of the original maverick Antwerp Six fashion designers' group.

The starting point is at the Centrale Electrique (44 Place Sainte-Catherine), Brussels' contemporary arts centre which will also serve as meeting and information point. The trail is centred around the hip Dansaert area and can be followed up until the Place Royale. The varied locations are outlined on a map, widely available during the three days.

The boutiques lining the rue Dansaert feature heavily. Here visitors can browse the shops of the most sought-after designers - from Yohji Yamatoto to Ann Demeulemeester and Dries Van Noten - but the trail also extends to the Galeries Saint-Hubert, a truly beautiful arcade, ideal for shopping or for a coffee served with Belgian chocolate.

During the event, a professional jury awards the Modo Bruxellae Prize for young designers and members of the general public can vote for the best installation.

The fashion trail is well established in the Belgian calendar and the streets fill with a crowd ready to enjoy a stylish day out.