- Cardi B emerged as the unofficial queen of Paris Couture Week AW25, attending multiple shows and making bold fashion statements.
- Elie Saab’s collection redefined regal elegance with modern silhouettes, sheer fabrics, and intricate floral embroidery.
- Sabrina Carpenter debuted a retro-glam hairstyle, marking a striking departure from her signature beauty look.
This season’s Paris Couture Week didn’t just deliver spectacle—it delivered narrative. Cardi B’s fashion marathon saw her attending five top-tier shows, including the monumental final Balenciaga presentation by Demna and the much-anticipated Margiela debut by Glenn Martens.
Meanwhile, Elie Saab unveiled La Nouvelle Cour—a majestic ode to modern femininity. Inspired by 19th-century court fashion but injected with 21st-century attitude, the collection played with volume, sheer draping, and floral motifs. Gowns in regal blue, rose gold, and pearl hues cascaded down the runway like wearable fairytales.
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Daniel Roseberry’s AW25 Schiaparelli show fused the fantastical with the anatomical, featuring bold pieces like a ruby-encrusted heart. This was a nod to Elsa Schiaparelli’s history with surrealism—a timely tribute, given an upcoming V&A exhibition on the designer. The show’s gothic intensity was mirrored by Cardi B’s crow companion, turning the street outside into a theatrical stage. For a house that thrives on mystery and provocation, this season didn’t just walk the line—it redrew it.
At Dior Homme, Sabrina Carpenter shocked fans with a polished new hairstyle: a side-parted, blowout look, free of her iconic bangs and curls. The shift coincides with her upcoming album Man’s Best Friend and its Marilyn Monroe-inspired visuals. The transformation, subtle but strategic, hinted at a more refined, cinematic persona. This evolution might just mark the start of her next aesthetic chapter—softer, sleeker, and more introspective.
Couture Week AW25 wasn’t just about what walked the runway—it was about who watched it. Stars like Nicole Kidman, Keira Knightley, and Lorde brought their own interpretations of high fashion to the front row. Lorde’s first couture appearance, in particular, was met with intrigue, as she embraced understated elegance with an offbeat edge. Each guest added their own narrative, reminding us that in couture, the audience often becomes part of the art.
Demna’s final show at Balenciaga was a solemn yet impactful farewell. With appearances by Kim Kardashian and Isabelle Huppert, the atmosphere leaned more toward commemoration than celebration. Clean lines and muted palettes set the tone for a reflective collection, one that honored the house’s roots while acknowledging a pivotal shift ahead. For those in attendance, it was a moment of closure, appreciation, and fashion history in the making.
AW25 Haute Couture Week blended tradition with disruption, proving that true luxury isn’t just about craftsmanship—it’s about storytelling. Whether through Cardi B’s showstopping presence, Saab’s regal fantasy, or Sabrina Carpenter’s quiet reinvention, this season left an indelible mark.
“Style is a way to say who you are without having to speak.” — Rachel Zoe
