A Prelude of Fluidity: The Opening Look
The show opened with a silhouette that felt like breath made visible: a light, flowing dress
assembled from whisper-thin fabric that seemed to inhale and exhale with the model’s steps. This
moment set the tone for the entire collection – a couture that celebrates movement and emotional
register rather than rigid structure. The simplicity of the cut belied its complexity: this was not
minimalism but emotive restraint, an invocation of form that asks us to lean in rather than be
overwhelmed.

The Bar Jacket Reimagined: Dialogue With Dior’s Archive
The most striking motif was the reinterpretation of the Bar jacket. Dior’s enduring symbol of postwar femininity and structure. Anderson did not preserve it as a museum piece; he subverted it. In
some looks, the jacket appeared with broadened shoulders, exaggerated proportions, or softened
waists that hinted at silhouette without enforcing it. The result was less restoration and more
reinterpretation. A conversation between historical discipline and contemporary ease. These
variations felt like questions: what does authority look like if it no longer constrains? What does
refinement mean when loosened from tradition? And how does couture operate in a moment that
prizes expressive identity over coded uniformity?
Ornament as Narrative Far from decoration, adornment became language throughout the show. Pearls were oversized, not delicate; bows – historically symbols of sweetness – reappeared as architectural punctuation, bold and slightly ironic. Metallic forms surfaced like relics repurposed into symbols of power. What could have been static adornment instead became semantics: each ornamentation conveying agency, intent, and emotional texture.

Ambiguous Bodies One of the most unforgettable threads woven through the collection was how Anderson treated the human form as something in motion: mutable, hybrid, and resonant. Sculptural elements sometimes clipped onto fluid fabrics, as if structure and ephemerality were engaged in perpetual tension. Some silhouettes encased the body in dramatic capes or extended planes that felt architectural, not merely decorative. Others gently revealed curves in unexpected ways. The tension between concealment and suggestion became deeply expressive.

The Closing Statement: Mona Tougaard as Bridal Myth
And then…the finale. The closing look was delivered by Mona Tougaard, whose walk felt less like
a runway exit and more like the unveiling of a new myth. Cloaked in a bridal-adjacent silhouette
that transcended wedding tropes, Tougaard’s look was both ceremonial and spectral – white fabric
that folded like memory itself, detailed with couture handwork that whispered of legacy and
reinvention. Her presence was deliberate: not a fleeting afterthought, but the final thesis of Anderson’s argument. In choosing a model of Tougaard’s stature and versatility – a figure whose very name evokes freedom, strength, and poetic ambiguity. Dior suggested that couture’s future is not about passive beauty but active presence. This closing look did what the entire collection whispered all along: it asked us to reconsider what couture means when its author refuses to be confined by history yet remains in deep conversation with it.

Couture, Context, and Cultural Circulation
What made this debut particularly resonant was its self-awareness: couture no longer exists solely in
hushed salons or elite ateliers; today, it moves through networks of images, screens and cultural
discourse. Anderson understood this. His silhouettes are not just garments; they are content,
arguments, metaphors – tailor-made for the digital moment without ever feeling simplified for it.

A New Dior Vision: Authority Reimagined
Jonathan Anderson’s first haute couture collection for Dior asserted something decisive: the house’s
authority is not located in replication, but in re-imagination. It is a couture that listens as much as it
speaks, that questions as much as it adorns.
This was not a debut born of uncertainty but of confidence. A bold vision that respects tradition
without being bound by it, and that finds poetry in paradox. In doing so, Anderson has not merely
dressed couture; he has opened it – to possibility, to contradiction, to a future that remains undecided
yet compelling. In this moment, Dior does not look backwards. It looks outward.

Watch the full Dior Haute Couture Show Here 2026

Words by Fabianna Gutierreza

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At the heart of the collection stood a figure that felt less like a model and more like a myth: a
narrow black pencil skirt anchoring the body in classical propriety, paired with a flesh-toned bodice
blooming in delicate appliqué flowers — and rising from it, a scorpion-like tail arcing into the air,
poised somewhere between threat and fantasy. The piece carried the theatrical absurdity of
Schiaparelli’s surrealist roots, yet was executed with the seriousness of sculpture. It demanded
engineering, balance, and choreography.

This tension between elegance and unease, beauty and danger, threaded through the entire
collection. Roseberry understands that couture today must function on multiple frequencies at once:
it must seduce the eye, ignite digital circulation, and still reward close inspection. His silhouettes
begin with classical discipline — pencil skirts, corseted torsos, controlled proportions – before being
disrupted by something impossible: an appendage, an exaggerated jewel, a surreal intervention that
fractures the illusion of normalcy.

The motifs felt deliberately loaded. References to historic jewels and royal ornamentation echoed
through the collection, not as reverence, but as exaggeration. Pearls, diamonds, and metallic forms
were inflated into theatrical symbols — relics of power transformed into wearable myth. Rather
than restoring history, Roseberry distorted it, pushing luxury toward fantasy rather than
preservation. There was also a sense of courtly imagery beneath the surface: echoes of Spanish
infanta portraits, rigid silhouettes that imply control, hierarchy, and performance. Yet these
references were never romanticised. They were destabilised — innocence edged with menace,
refinement sharpened into spectacle. Even beauty here carried teeth.
Animal suggestions surfaced subtly through sculptural footwear and surreal forms, reinforcing

Schiaparelli’s longstanding fascination with the body as a hybrid creature. The wearer becomes
part-human, part-object, part-myth. What made the collection resonate was not simply its visual
audacity, but its emotional clarity. In a fashion climate increasingly obsessed with restraint,
minimalism, and quiet luxury, Schiaparelli offered maximalism with intelligence. Not noise for
noise’s sake, but ornament as narrative, excess as language. Where many houses are currently
whispering about refinement, Schiaparelli chooses to speak in metaphors, symbols, and theatrical
exaggeration.

Yet even within the surreal madness, control was evident. The chaos was engineered. Behind every
dramatic gesture lived discipline: precise tailoring anchoring the silhouettes, careful weight
distribution allowing sculptural elements to exist without collapsing into costume, handwork that
elevated fantasy into craft. The house continues to demonstrate that spectacle, when properly
constructed, can be intellectually rigorous. Couture, in this context, becomes less about aspiration
and more about authorship. These garments are not designed to blend into wardrobes or trend
cycles. They exist as statements — collectable pieces meant to be passed through generations.
The front row amplified this logic. Celebrities arrived already wearing pieces from the collection,
collapsing runway, styling, and viral distribution into a single moment. Schiaparelli no longer waits
for editorial interpretation; it designs for immediate cultural circulation. The garment is
simultaneously couture object and media artifact.

This collection was not about wearability or seasonal relevance. It was about presence. About
creating garments that feel like encounters rather than products. About reminding fashion that
beauty can still be strange, that elegance can still provoke, that fantasy can still feel dangerous.
Schiaparelli survives and thrives through another couture season – and remains the undefeated ruler
of creativity

Watch the show here

Words by Fabianna Gutierreza

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The first is a custom Anamika Khanna red two-piece set. She’s an Indian fashion designer with a significant international platform and known for her avant-garde approach to Indian textiles and embroidery. Her clothes have been sold in Harrods and she has dressed the likes of Oprah, the Kapoor sisters and designed a velvet Lehenga which was given as a gift to Lady Gaga.

Encrusted with Swarovski crystals, Shakira’s look is a dazzling piece filled with layers of rouge, crimson, and scarlet, and adorned with the most intricate hand embroidery. “To dress Shakira for this moment is an incredible honour”, Khanna told Voir. 

The asymmetrical design of the skirt follows Shakira’s every movement as she takes over the stage with her powerful dancing during Ojos Así.

Khanna told us that “This look was designed to celebrate her energy, we wanted to bring alive the essence of movement, rhythm, and emotion that defines her performance.” 

Taking over 120 hours to bring to life, this fiery red look embodies the rich heritage of Indian couture while exuding a contemporary, stage-ready allure as “her music, her artistry, and her presence on stage are magnetic” says Khanna.

The second look is brought to you by Gaurav Gupta, celebrity designer and couturier who Voir caught up with. He has dressed the likes of Beyonce, Cardi B, Lizzo, and Megan Thee Stallion on global red carpets such as The Oscars and The Grammy’s, so he is no stranger to crafting a powerful look for a powerful woman.

His design for Shakira is a custom couture Lunar Blue Wolf Gown and an embodiment of her fierce and wolf-like spirit. The lunar blue gown cascades down Shakira’s body; the skirt resembling a fluid water-like rhythm and the ‘armour-like’ metallic breastplate perfectly sculpted to her exact measurements and portraying a wolf motif. “First seen at the

couturier’s Paris Couture Week show Aarohanam SS24, the metal breastplate represents an

evolution of Gaurav Gupta’s experimental couture techniques. The signature sculpting art

meanders throughout the gown, with cascading layers that echo fluid movement, merging

strength with ethereal grace.”

Voir spoke to Gupta and he said the look was designed to embody her essence, power, and vulnerability, and represent the nature of the wolf. “It was clear that the wolf is deeply symbolic to her. It reflects her instinctual energy, fearless spirit, and wild untamed power.”

The gown took over 600 hours to meticulously sculpt, requiring over six artisans to handcraft every detail as it boasts the most intricate craftsmanship. “It reflects her instinctual energy, fearless spirit, and wild, untamed power. That connection resonated with me and the brand, inspiring us to create a design that embodies that essence.” Gupta concluded by telling Voir that “Dressing her for this moment was an absolute honour”.

Words By Zlata Gavula

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The choice of merino wool as the only material in all of the pieces was a notable feature. Pierre Mueller chose to weave his magic with a single piece of yarn across the collection, demonstrating the designer’s passion for unity and cohesiveness. The ultimate result was a harmonic blend of simplicity and sharpness, a connecting thread that ran through each piece, demonstrating merino wool’s adaptability as a medium for high fashion. 

Cat Couture

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 Interestingly, the runway witnessed a lot of cat couture moments, with leopard patterns making a lasting impression. These pieces within the collection could potentially be an indicator of future trends in 2024. Maison Alaïa’s aesthetic was reflected in the balance of simple patterns and elegant leopard prints. Pierre Mueller’s objective for the entire collection was to capture a thread of feeling that was both fragile and strong. Each piece spoke to the complexity of human experience, mirroring the delicate balance between vulnerability and resilience. As a result, the collection went beyond the physicality of clothing and explored emotion and storytelling. 

‘Quiet Luxury’ Aesthetic

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What truly defined the Pierre Mueller collection was the presentation of an expensive ‘quiet luxury’ aesthetic. The subtle whispers of luxury were woven into the fabric of each outfit, producing a sophisticated air that captivated the audience. A really interesting and beautiful piece was the one-piece bandeau dress presented in the third picture, a 3D-printed spiralling belt that clicks into place around the body to create a luxurious modern dress, the spiralling pattern providing a visually striking impression. 

The combination of technology and fashion was apparent in this futuristic piece, which showcased the exciting possibilities of 3D printing in the world of haute couture. Not only this, but the garment also showcased a forward-thinking approach to fashion design. The precision and delicacy of the 3D-printed belt gave the outfit a futuristic feel, transforming it into a wearable work of art. Beyond its visual appeal, the spiralling belt clicking into place provided a unique and secure technique to build the dress. This blend of form and function showcased the designer’s forward-thinking perspective, challenging traditional fashion norms. 

In essence, the Maison Alaïa’s SF24 runway show from Pierre Mueller’s collection highlighted textiles, texture, and craftsmanship. Each garment, precisely created from a single thread of merino wool, showcased the designer’s technical ability. The incorporation of cat couture moments and leopard patterns hinted about trends to come in 2024, while the overall idea of ‘silent luxury’ left an indelible impression on the audience. Pierre Mueller was successful in designing a collection that was more than just apparel, but also a full experience in the world of fashion. 

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Moments

Expected fashion icons such as Anna Wintour are of course in attendance at the shows, as well as special celebrity guests. So far we have seen Doja Cat embroidered head-to-toe in crystals and Kylie Jenner in a fierce faux fur. Doja was glistening at every angle as she showed her allegiance with Schiaparelli. A moment constructed of 30,000 Swarovski crystals and red body paint, the surrealist beauty of the look was undeniably iconic.

Kylie Jenner also gave us all a moment to discuss in her Haute Couture Schiaparelli. The lion head which was sculpted from foam, silk faux fur and wool, will definitely be going down in fashion history.

Schiaparelli

A fierce show was put on by the legendary French house, Schiaparelli. No surprise, Schiaparelli’s show has given us the biggest moment of the Haute Couture Week… so far. In the early days of the brand’s legacy, controversial and surrealist designs pushed fashion attitudes to develop and modernise. Daniel Roseberry, creative director of the Haute Couture house took this in his stride and got the crowds wild with his fake taxidermy pieces.

Shining a light on the controversial use of fur in the fashion industry, he certainly made a talking piece in the media with his ensemble of wild animals going down the runway. Not only did spectators see the incredibly high fashion lion dress on model Irina Shayk, but also on front row attendee, Kylie Jenner. A moment which has already gone viral on various platforms, the spectacle got everyone talking about Schiaparelli. However, not in the ways they intended. Controversy arose as animal lovers labelled the brand as ‘promoting poaching and animal cruelty’. As Roseberry defended his faux fashion pieces as ‘celebrations of nature’, PETA stepped in to support the fashion looks and their symbolism.

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The collection, of course, consisted of more than the iconic trio- the lion, the leopard and the wolf. Hyper-feminine silhouettes which were adapted from traditional menswear was a strong theme running throughout the collection. The extremely low v-cut tuxedo and glamorous black gowns were signature Schiaparelli style. Roseberry has managed to effortlessly capture the brand’s elegant and luxurious origins even in the 21st Century.

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Iris Van Herpen

Designer, Iris Van Herpen, envisioned a sensationally touching and proactive display, which was executed magnificently. The SS23 Haute Couture collection, Carte Blanche, was divinely inspired and came to life in collaboration with French creative Julie Gautier. The film was a feminist masterpiece, which tried to shed light on the global strength of women, especially the ongoing resilience of Iranian women. Choosing to show the clothing submerged in deep water was a powerful creative choice which symbolized the external struggles women face in their existence. Water also takes away the voice and ability to hear those consumed under the surface, which is another reference to women’s protest and suffering. The performance was beautifully breath-taking on the surface, however, understanding the meaning behind, transformed the film into a stunningly poignant and touching piece of work.

Known for fluidly constructed designs the Haute Couture collection evolved beautifully from the previous, Meta Morphism, collection. The slow movements of the models brought the clothing to life as it swirled and danced in the motions of the water. The fantastical and SCI-FY nature of the clothing was emphasized in the foreign and unnatural landscape of the film. The beautiful and hyper-feminine styles were captivating as they moved through the water like they belonged, like a mythical and majestic sea creature. The gorgeous organic silk fabrics entangled the dancers, which embraced the restraints and confinements imposed on women. The red corset design worn by Julie Gautier featured red synthetic and real human hair as an emblem of freedom.

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Chanel

A Parisian favourite managing to keep on top of the game, ahead of the trends and in the forefronts of our minds. As relevant as they were when they started their sensational journey in the 20th century, Chanel returns every year to showcase their Haute Couture in their home city. The atmosphere of a Chanel show is exclusive and chic. This year for their SS23 Haute Couture, expectations slowly built as soft music began to play. In a circus styled layout, large wooden animal statues were wheeled out. The curiosity blossomed as Camels, elephants and mice all appeared in the form of the overbearing sculptures.

Not was all it seemed for spectators. Grand entrances erupted as one by one, runway models emerged from the wooden sculptures, in true Troy essence. However, these gifts gave us attacks of fashion as opposed to the attack of soldiers. Adhering to the subtle circus themes underlying the collection, the first look to step foot on the runway was suggestive of a ringleader. Kitted in a top-hat and white military parade jacket, the look set the scene for what was to come. Styles incorporated the charming playfulness of circus bowties and majorette silhouettes. This being said, the collection was distinctively Chanel. Classic Chanel styles, black-tipped shoes and tweeds, featured within the SS23 set of looks, importantly reinforcing the roots and heritage of the house. Other classic Chanel distinctions were transformed for the collection to embody the sign of the times. A-line bodices were enriched with tulle ruffles, suit jackets were paired with miniature skirts and styled with bowties and top hats. Embroidered pieces and pearls made their way on to the runway as well, which we were glad to see as they are a symbol of the late designer.

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Georges Hobeika

Lebanese designer Georges Hobeika returned to the runway this week as he unveiled his Fall/Winter 2023 collection during Paris Haute Couture Week. This is Hobeika’s first show with his son Jad Hobeika, who was recently named the co-creative director of the celebrity-loved brand. The father and-son duo’s newest release featured glamorous gowns with metallic feathers, ornate embroidery, dynamic cuts, and daring silhouettes. Unexpected cut outs marked the collection, with the models’ midriffs and hips on full display in some of the eye-catching gowns.  They also showcased a few menswear designs, including blazers, luxurious coats, and tailored pants in earthy tones, completed with Hobeika’s signature embellishments and pattern work. German influencer Leonie Hanne made a remarkable appearance, opening the show wearing a mini dress with metallic feathers and crystal embroidery.

Maison Rabih Kayrouz

As much as his style is about purity of lines, ingenious cut, and volumes as airy as they’re exact, there’s always an element of sensuous fluidity to Rabih Kayrouz’s design. In his collection, the Lebanon designer gives ready-to-wear pieces an inventive haute couture twist, while keeping couture anchored to a more IRL vision. Presenting sculptural shapes alternated with more fluid ones in both haute couture and ready-to-wear lines.

Rahul Mishra

Rahul Mishra called his flamboyant haute couture collection The Tree Of Life, recalling a banyan tree growing in the courtyard of his ancestral home. Proud to be the only Indian designer admitted into the inner sanctum of French couture, he wanted to celebrate this new cycle with an ebullient, opulent collection, “whose meaningful concept just felt right for this moment,” he said.

He captured the golden light of sunset with shimmering gold pieces and wanted to replicate the majestic shape of century-old trees. His collection mainly consisted of mini-dresses and bodysuits embroidered with hundreds of tremulous golden-thread leaves.

Alexis Mabille

“Do you think I’m a diva? Then okay, I’m a diva!” enthused Alexis Mabille, reprising Aretha Franklin’s quote as the headline of his couture collection. The French designer celebrated self-empowerment through his creations while proposing daring looks. “I didn’t want the collection to be coherent but embracing many different directions, like on a red carpet,” he mused. The designer touched on many couture archetypes such as long draped dresses, see-through black lace pieces, and elegant smokings.

Stéphane Rolland

Stéphane Rolland dedicates his collection to Barbara, who died 25 years ago, in a fashion show at the Théâtre du Châtelet, where the French singer from the ’60s gave her last concert. “I have loved Barbara since I was a child. It is bewitching, exciting, it is part of my references when I draw, “declared the French designer. The staging of the show will retranscribe to the guests “the emotion when Barbara sang in front of her public” he promised. He succeeded in creating bold silhouettes, using contrasting materials and 3D, sculptural elements. Colorways included red, black, white, and beige.

Julien Fournié

“I cried a lot making this collection”: French designer Julien Fournié put on a sexy and “ultravulnerable” woman in reaction to the pandemic, war, and rising extremism in his haute couture show on Tuesday. The music was dramatic, and the models, draped in figure-sculpting maxi dresses, looked slightly distressed with their tousled hair and dark green lipstick. Manta rays and jellyfish were evoked in the colours and elements of some of the dresses, to evoke both fascination and dread. As with many of the collections this season, most of the looks were ultra-sexy, with plays of transparency and lots of openings on the body.

Ronald van der Kamp

Each look in this fall collection was constructed from deadstock fabrics, archive scraps, and even old looks from past collections reworked for new customers. If the clothes adhered to the idea of conscious fashion —well, that was on-message too. “For me, it’s about eccentricity. If people know who they are, they become a more sustainable person, because they build a wardrobe around their personality,” said the Dutch designer. In other words: stop falling in love with new-season looks, and embrace the chaos of an upcycled one-off.

Words By Melodie Bitala-Samba

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The week of Haute Couture has been an inspiring one. A much-needed injection of fantasy was given to us in the form of glistening gowns, fine silks, and decadent runways. If you are wondering if such a way of dressing is reserved strictly for the runways, then we are here to tell you that it doesn’t have to be! Taking inspiration from the most-loved couturiers in the game, here are some ways you can induce a bit of Haute Couture into your everyday clothing.

1. Christian Dior

Under the direction of Maria Grazia Chiuri, Dior’s mystical show was inspired by the magic world of tarot and all its cards. We saw baroque style ball gowns with made from the finest fabrics and adorned with zodiac inspired embroidery, amongst Dior’s more masculine designs of dark tailored suits and colourful organza blouses. Pairing a simple corset style shirt with an embellished headband for wearable glamour that can be altered between day and night.

£ 255

Magnetic Midnight Pearl-embellished Raffia-flower Headband

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£ 206

REVOLVE Silk Shirt Bustier

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2. Chanel

Chanel’s SS21 couture show, transported us to the celebration of a springtime wedding that saw shades of sugary pastels in flowing bridesmaid inspired dresses, using the signature Chanel tweed which is so recognisable to every fashion lovers’ eyes. For a more relaxed and contemporary play on Chanel’s charm, wearing a tweed inspired accessory such as a bucket hat or cross-body bag will give an edgy twist to your outfit, which can be paired with a pastel tee and mom jeans for a casual-luxe look.

£ 385

MAISON MICHEL Axel Cotton-blend Tweed Bucket Hat

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£ 45

Arket Oversized T-Shirt

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3. Fendi

Kim Jones’ debut show for Fendi, showcased a killer cast of supermodels sporting an abundance of silk, transcendent dresses and iridescent two-piece suits, inspired by old English literature and classical Italian sculptures. Something that all the models had in common was the use of dramatically long Murano glass earrings and coordinating hairpieces. This tied all the looks together and complemented the natural hair and makeup styles, which created a nice contrast between a minimalist and maximalist aesthetic. Taking inspiration from this, some resin made barrette hair clips and dangly earrings can immediately take your look from dull to exciting.         

£ 40

CULT GAIA Ria Acrylic Hair Clips

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£ 435

Celeste Pearl Earrings

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Outside the world of artisan-made gowns, fierce supermodels, and adorned runways that Haute Couture week had to offer, laid the world of modern and eclectic street style being walked in, around the globe. Comfy casuals done right, here is VOIR’s curation of the finest street style this week had on show. Expect to see oversized coats, military boots and shades of wearable neutrals.

1. A woollen oversized cream coat that cosy dreams are made of. This is paired with a coordinating scarf for extra warmth and layered over a pair of chocolate brown baggy trousers and ash grey trainers. Perfect for taking strolls in the park, whilst not getting frostbite.

£ 55

Reiss Alpaca Wool Blend Scarf

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£ 100

Cocoon Longline Faux Fur Teddy Coat

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£ 50.00

Mint Velvet Satin Wide Leg Trousers, Brown

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£ 455

Balenciaga White and Blue Triple S Leather Sneakers

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2. Bringing the safari to the streets are these zesty lime and black zebra print wide-leg trousers, with a black fur double-breasted teddy coat, baby pink military boots and a satin sage green shoulder bag for a finishing touch. Handy for when you want to let out your wild side.

£ 95

Balenciaga logo print face mask

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£ 125

WHISTLES Short Faux-fur Coat

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£ 6.99

Shein Faux Croc Leather Baguette Bag

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£ 25

ASOS Another Reason Flare Trousers In Monogram Zebra

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£ 45

VRG GRL Hollywood Series Zebra Pants

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£ 69

La Manso Ring

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3. Layering is key. Blue flared jeans are one of the most universal pieces of clothing you can own and can be paired with pretty much anything. Here they are put with a white turtleneck, a mocha hued mac coat and you can see a glimpse of a neutral plaid shirt showing underneath for added texture. The look is finished off with a dusty brown flat cap, a leather cross-body bag and a signature pair of black chunky boots.

£ 27

&Other Stories Beret In Heritage Check

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£ 75

ASOS Leather Look Oversized Coat In Brown

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£ 32

ASOS Vila Roll Neck Brushed Jumper

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£ 35.99

Mango Mom-fit Jeans

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£ 1,500

Louis Vuitton Multi Pochette Accessoires

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£ 14.99

Mango Gold Plated Mixed Hoop Earrings

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£ 27.99

Topshop King Black Patent Croc Lace Up Boots

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4. A burnt orange long coat is moving with the wind, revealing this camel beige jumpsuit which is serving strong army vibes. Under the jumpsuit, a plain black top is layered for colour blocking and warmth and is finished off with patented leather knee-high boots and a mini belt purse.

£ 149

House Of CB Faux Fur Sherpa Coat

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£ 9

Oliver Bonas Olivia Chunky Curve Hoop Earrings

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£ 490

Fendi Nano Baguette Charm Black Nappa Leather Charm

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£ 251.49

FRANKIE SHOP Double-breasted Gabardine Jumpsuit

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£ 55.99

Zara Rubberised Flat Boots

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£ 1,060

Jil Sander Leather knee-high boots

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5. For the trackie lovers. No longer just reserved for hibernation days and trips to the corner shop, grey tracksuit bottoms can be used as a cool fashion statement. Teaming up with the grey tracksuits here is a matte black puffer coat with a flattering waist buckle. Classic white trainers to match, and an element of elegance is added in with an aqua blue clutch.

£ 1,810

Prada Re-Nylon Gabardine Puffer Jacket

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£ 35.92

iets frans Embroidered Jogger Pant

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£ 94.95

Nike Air Force 1 Shadow

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£ 75

Zatchels Handmade Leather Sugarcube Handbag

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£ 295

LOEWE Black Logo Rectangular Sunglasses

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£ 95

Balenciaga logo print face mask

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6. You can’t go wrong with a white shirt. Clean, simple and fresh. This look utilises the simplicity of a baggy white shirt and a white tee, with the twist of baby blue PVC flared trousers and white leather platform boots for a futuristic feel. Finished off with black shades and a cream Jacquemus ‘Chiquito’ bag.

£ 80

MISBHV Sport Active Wear Longsleeve

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£ 25.99

ZARA Poplin Shirt

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£ 430

Materiel High-rise Straight-leg Trousers

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£ 410

Jacquemus Le Chiquito Mini Leather Tote

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£ 650

Maison Margiela Tabi Leather Ankle Boots

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£ 29.99

ASOS Raid Wynter Heeled Ankle Boots

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7. Picnic blankets reinvented: The traditional red and white check print you might associate with a picnic blanket has been reformed into a chic everyday coat, paired with a plain black scarf, gloves and trousers. Accessories include the signature Prada bucket hat, another loved Jacquemus bag in a shade of teal and chunky Gucci ‘Rhyton’ trainers.

£ 335

PRADA Logo Plaque Bucket Hat

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£ 1,025

Balenciaga Houndstooth Double-breasted Coat

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NA-KD Faux Leather Trousers In Black

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ASOS Cotton Bucket Hat

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£ 156

Jacquemus Le Chiquito Leather Mini Bag

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Shein Croc Embossed Flap Satchel Bag

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GUCCI Women’s Rhyton Gucci Logo Leather Sneaker

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Shein Lace-up Front Chunky Sneakers

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8. The power duo: This pair is showing how street style is done, with the woman wearing a black PVC mac coat and thigh-high boots, reminiscent of an aesthetic from The Matrix and the man next to her wearing a beige toned hoodie tracksuit ensemble, with denim waistcoat and matching luminous orange trainers and beanie.

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ASOS Jayley Mock Croc Textured Trench Coat

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NANUSHKA Ambar Belted Vinyl Trench Coat

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Steve Madden Tamsin Croc Heeled Knee High Boot

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REVOLVE Villa Over The Knee Boot

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Words by Sophia Zenonos, Graphic by Victoria Zhao, Fashion Edits by Millie Pollok

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Haute Couture Fashion Week is a chance to take a step back from consumerism and reevaluate the meaning of fashion as an art form, in the context of the impeccable craftsmanship and thousands of hours of work it takes to create an haute couture collection. From aquatic-inspired silhouettes and blooming floral ball gowns to a euphoric farewell extravaganza, take a look at the most breathtaking couture creations to grace the runway in Paris this week.

Iris Van Herpen

Iris Van Herpen Spring Couture 2020

Iris Van Herpen’s scientific fascinations once again served as the focal point for her spring haute couture runway show, her ‘Sensory Seas’ collection intertwining references to deep-sea hydrozoa and the illustrations of 19th-century neuroscientist and pathologist Santiago Ramón y Cajal. The show opened with a black gown whose leather corset was laser-cut to resemble the neural pathways mapped out by the neuroscientist in his illustrations. Later on, Van Herpen sent models down the runway in otherworldly silhouettes that seemed to blend into their skin as they swished around like marine animals in hand-cut glass organza dresses and gowns ornamented with 3D embellishments, with bursts of purple, red and blue running through the collection. An ethereal manifestation of her ability to truly bring her clothes to life.

Christian Dior

Christian Dior Spring Couture 2020

Since her debut at Dior in 2016, Maria Grazia Chiuri, the brand’s first female artistic director in its 73-year history, has triumphantly woven feminist philosophy into the iconic fashion house’s identity through her collections. Her SS20 couture runway show, inspired by the American feminist artist Judy Chicago, continued that legacy through an exploration of the concept of divine femininity. In the garden of Paris’ Musée Rodin, the runway was erected within the dramatic setting of a tented structure entitled ‘The Female Divine’, with richly embroidered tapestries hanging from the ceiling posing the question “What if women ruled the world?” Drawing inspiration from the classical world, the concept of divine femininity and ancient goddesses took shape in liquid gold gowns, gilded power suits with hints of Grecian draping and delicate jacquard shorts veiled beneath diaphanous one-shouldered chiffon. Fleets of Hellenic-inspired gowns populated the runway in metallic colour palettes with swathes of gold fringing, completed with golden headbands and pearl-drop earrings. Classical symbolisms were embedded throughout in the form of tiaras and earrings adorned with golden ears of wheat, a symbol of luck, wealth and prosperity, and peacock feathers embroidered onto an evening gown to symbolise the creative power of women, with the combined effect of reinforcing the show’s powerful message of femininity.

Giambattista Valli

Giambattista Valli Spring Couture 2020

Rather than staging an haute couture show, a fleeting 20-minute exclusive experience, Giambattista Valli opened up his spring collection to the public in an exhibition, inviting visitors to linger over his mastery of eccentric extravagance at the Jeu de Paume on Monday evening. Exaggerated shapes and volumes abounded, with asymmetrical, feathered, fringed and ornate ballgowns skillfully decorated with precious flower embroideries. Influenced by the blooming landscapes of the Amalfi Coast, saturated Mediterranian colour palettes evoked Italian lemon gardens and floral cornucopia, with vibrant sherbety yellows, fuschia frills and blush tulle trains.

Givenchy

Givenchy Couture 2020

Claire Waight Keller wrote a sartorial love letter to nature through her haute couture collection for Givenchy, suitably entitled “Une Lettre d’Amour”, paying homage to her native England’s Sissinghurst Castle Gardens in Kent and Hubert de Givenchy’s Le Clos Fiorentina. What resembled bouquets of blooming pansies, irises and marigolds waltzed down the runway in the form of cloche-shaped skirts and bell-cut silhouettes, with acres of tulle and floor-filling lace, completed with enveloping umbrella headpieces. Adut Akech carried a wisping organza grey blouse paired with white silk pants down the catwalk, while Kaia Gerber was the queen of the orchids in a lace bridal dress adorned with finely embroidered flowers. A glittering rose-gold and silver gown evoked the morning dew delicately cascading onto the model’s shoulders and the sun’s rays transforming into dazzling drop-sequins.

Valentino

Valentino Spring Couture 2020

Inspired by the works of Carl Jung surrounding ideas of dreams and the subconscious, Pierpaolo Piccioli’s spring 2020 Valentino couture show fittingly paid tribute to the Swiss psychoanalyst who coined the term ‘extrovert’. The collection was a maximalist dream, a flamboyant celebration of exaggerated proportions and textures – feathers, fishtails, ruffles, sequins, organza and tulle. Piccioli replicated Valentino’s traditional codes and cuts, but with unexpected twists, injecting the fishtail gown with contemporary elegance in the form of cobalt-blue sequins, cut-out florals and even adding a hint of modern practically with pockets. A series of colour explosions took to the runway, with crimson red ruffles, bubblegum pink ostrich feathers sprouting from waistlines, and acid yellow ball gowns finished with ruffled XXL opera gloves.

Jean-Paul Gaultier

Jean-Paul Gaultier Spring Couture 2020

An all-star lineup of supermodels and celebrities came together at the Theatre du Châtelet to bid a warm farewell to Jean-Paul Gaultier at his 50th-anniversary show, which the iconic designer announced just a few days before would be his haute couture swan song. With 200 plus eclectic looks gracing the catwalk, from corsets and naked bodysuits to his signature breton stripe, and a plethora of ensembles crafted from upcycled fabrics, the show was a truly spectacular culmination of five decades as one of fashion’s greatest visionaries.

Words by Ruby McAuliffe

Graphics by Séverine Denis-Lessard

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