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| Cardi B strikes a pose, wearing an extravagant gold and black look outside the Schiaparelli Haute Couture show in Paris, Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph by Elli Ioannou. Cover picture by Andrea Heinsohn |
The City of Light set the fashion world ablaze with its spectacular display of sartorial ingenuity during the recent Paris Haute Couture Week for Autumn-Winter 2023-24. While the extravagant runway shows inside the ornate halls captivated industry insiders and fashion enthusiasts, it was the vibrant, ever evolving streetstyle scene outside that showcased the audacious spirit of modern couture, writes Aurora De Lauro. Photography by Elli Ioannou, Andrea Heinsohn, Patrick Marion and Anna Nguyen
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Fashion exhibitionism, at the Stephane Rolland show in Paris. Photograph: Andrea Heinsohn |
As Paris shimmered under the summer sun's golden embrace, fashion editors, photographers, buyers, bloggers and influencers descended upon the city for the highly anticipated Haute Couture Week for Autumn-Winter 2023-24.
The historic streets transformed into a runway of their own as fashion enthusiasts from around the globe showcased their sartorial prowess, creating a mesmerizing tapestry of personal style that paralleled the artistry seen on the catwalks.
From classic to avant-garde, Parisian streetstyle outside the fashion shows was a celebration of individuality and creativity.
In the heart of the fashion capital, the streets themselves became the stage, and the individuals who graced them were the stars, proving that true haute couture extends beyond the runway and into the very fabric of everyday life. Streetstyle complemented the grandeur of the new collections from storied fashion houses and was a significant force in its own right. The spectacle of sartorial innovation outside the shows mirrored the couturiers' creations indoors, painting a vivid portrait of fashion's potential.
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Turbans and Surrealist accessories, seen at the Schiaparelli show. Photograph; Anna Nguyen |
A Harmonious Blend of Eras and Aesthetics Stepping outside the grand venues where the haute couture collections were unveiled, one was transported to a realm where time seemed to blur.
Traditional Parisian elegance effortlessly intermingled with futuristic elements, producing a vibrant fusion of eras and aesthetics. Vintage silhouettes were reimagined with modern twists, while bold, avant-garde ensembles stood in harmony with more subdued, timeless classics.
The Power of Personal Expression
What truly stood out was the power of personal expression radiating from outfits. Streetstyle stars defied convention, crafting looks that felt both authentic and imaginative. Bright pops of color, oversized accessories, and unexpected pairings played a vital role in narrating stories of identity and individualism.
Fashion-forward show-goers sported beautifully cut gowns adorned with intricately designed embroidery, a nod to the couture craftsmanship being celebrated inside the showrooms. Silky scarves were transformed into head-turning statement pieces, worn as turbans, as seen outside at the Schiaparelli show (see above). The Schiaparelli guest's full ensemble was by artistic director Daniel Roseberry, including
Surrealist accessories, such as the
handbag with bejewelled gold lips and nose, plus earrings shaped like an eye. All worn, with an off the shoulder, black form-fitting gown.
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A diaphanous red confection captured the streetstyle exhuberance at the Alexis Mabille show in Paris. Photograph: Patrick Marion |
Eco-Conscious Glamour Beyond the glamour and glitz, a prominent theme this season was eco-consciousness. Sustainable fashion took centre stage as attendees demonstrated their commitment to responsible luxury.
Vintage finds and upcycled garments breathed new life into old treasures, proving that ethical fashion could effortlessly align with high style, like the red diaphanous gown seen at the Alexis Mabille show (see at left).
Haute Couture Homage
Some fashion devotees drew inspiration directly from the haute couture collections being presented.
This season saw an enchanting interplay between the runway and the streets, as daring interpretations of the designers' visions brought a touch of fantasy to the bustling avenues of Paris. Elaborate headpieces, feathered embellishments, and sculptural silhouettes were ingeniously reimagined.
Global Influence and Cultural Fusion
Paris, often referred to as a melting pot of cultures, embraced its multicultural tapestry through street style diversity. Fashion enthusiasts from around the world converged, weaving their distinct backgrounds into their outfits. Rich fabrics, intricate embroideries, and bold prints from various cultures coalesced, creating a tapestry of global fashion.
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A muscle-bound, double- breasted suit in rippling rubber at the Jean Paul Gaultier show. Photograph: Elli Ioannou
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From the Bizarre to the BeautifulThe streets of Paris once again showcased the power of style to transcend boundaries and celebrate individuality, including the bizarre, such as this double-breasted suit with a trompe l'oeil of a muscly physique in rubber, seen at Jean Paul Gaultier (see at right).
One of the most engaging aspects of Paris Haute Couture
Week's streetstyle was the diverse representation of cultures and
influences. The international crowd brought with them a unique blend of styles,
celebrating the melting pot of today's fashion.
Traditional Asian handwork seamlessly merged with Parisian sophistication, while African prints and
accessories added a vibrant and empowering touch to the elegant backdrop of the
city's iconic architecture.
As the cobblestone streets sweltered in the heat, the air buzzed
with an electric mix of anticipation and excitement. Steeped in history, Paris provided a striking backdrop to the array of styles.
Each outfit was a brushstroke on the canvas of self-expression, and as fashionistas departed, the echoes of their creativity lingered, leaving an indelible mark on the legacy of Paris Haute Couture Week.
Scroll down to see more highlights from Paris Haute Couture streetstyle.
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| Wearing all of Daniel Roseberry's gilded designs at the Schiaparelli show. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Elli Ioannou |
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| Gold newsprint trenchcoat outside Schiaparelli. Paris Haute Couture, Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Anna Nguyen |
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| Oversized white blazer and pink frou-frou at Georges Hobeika. Paris Haute Couture, Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Andrea Heinsohn |
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| Sleek hair and dramatic earrings with unsettling enamel, hazel eyes at Schiaparelli. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Patrick Marion |
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| Chiara Ferragni in a subversive little black dress designed by Daniel Roseberry at Schiaparelli. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Elli Ioannou |
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| Veteran fashion journalist Suzie Menkes at the Iris van Herpen show. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Patrick Marion |
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| A toned midriff amid flowers at Alexis Mabille. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Anna Nguyen |
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| A red patent leather trench with caped shoulders and leg-of-mutton sleeves makes a colourful statement piece. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Andrea Heinsohn |
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| Delicate and evocative face jewellery outside the Gaurav Gupta show. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Anna Nguyen |
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| Violet Chachki in a black velvet Daniel Roseberry jacket with cinched waist at Schiaparelli. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Elli Ioannou |
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| At Stephane Rolland's show at the Paris Opera, that was also filmed for a new French movie. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Patrick Marion |
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| Ready for a showdown on the summer streets, outside the Jean Paul Gaultier show. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Andrea Heinsohn |
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| Earrings in the shape of ears and a white boucle dress with full cuffs at Schiaparelli, all designed by Daniel Roseberry. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Elli Ioannou |
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| Bright, minimalist orange and white brings a dash of Mid-Century Palm Springs to the Parisian streets. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Andrea Heinsohn |
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| Silky fringing brings a contemporary take on the 1920s flapper at Alexix Mabille. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Patrick Marion |
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| Detail of the fluid fringing and golden, floral bag at Alexis Mabille. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Anna Nguyen. |
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| Violet Chachki wearing a stylish and gravity-defying hat at Schiaparelli. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Elli Ioannou |
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| Oversized YSL black and gold sunglasses and shoulder-length earrings with a cream blazer make an effective combination. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Andrea Heinsohn |
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| Sage green feathers and silver mini skirt at Georges Hobeika. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Patrick Marion |
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| Sculptural elegance at Gaurav Gupta. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Anna Nguyen. |
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| Trompe l'oeil fun at Jean Paul Gaultier. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Elli Ioannou |
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| Shapely black velvet and silk gown at Gaurav Gupta. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Anna Nguyen |
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| A 21st century interpretation of mid-1600s Italian fashion at Schiaparelli. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Patrick Marion |
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| Being an extrovert is a great asset for streetstyle posing, shot at the Iris van Herpen show. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Andrea Heinsohn |
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| A jaunty scarf at the throat, a golden shell brooch and a cream suit, and this man is all set at Schiaparelli. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Elli Ioannou |
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| Corseted from top to bottom at Georges Hobeika. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Patrick Marion |
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| Detail of mirrored and black gown at Gaurav Gupta. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Anna Nguyen |
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| Twin black and white looks at Chanel. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Andrea Heinsohn |
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| Brilliant dashes of colour enliven the steps at the Schiaparelli show. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/winter 2023-24. Photograph; Elli Ioannou |
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| Black tulle and neon lime green check at Alexis Mabille. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Anna Nguyen |
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| Gilded and diamante glasses and a big, round hat at Schiaparelli. Paris Haute Couture, Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Patrick Marion |
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| The Eiffel Tower mskes a spectacular backdrop to this orange scarf, flying in the wind. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Andrea Heinsohn |
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| Cotton reels, scissors and safety pins as a headpiece at Jean Paul Gaultier. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Elli Ioannou |
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| Pretty celestial blue ruffles at Stephane Rolland. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Patrick Marion |
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| On the way to Stephane Rolland through the Paris traffic. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Andrea Heinsohn |
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| Glimmering glitter at Gaurav Gupta. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Anna Nguyen |
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| Daniel Roseberry's creations worn by guests to his new Schiaparelli show. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Elli Ioannou |
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| All in snowy white in Stephane Rolland at his show at the Palais Garnier. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Andrea Heinsohn |
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| Photographers gather outside the Schiaparelli show. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Anna Nguyen |
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| Shimmering silver sequins and diamante bag at Georges Hobeika. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Patrick Marion |
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| Look at those gold toes on shoes designed by Daniel Roseberry at Schiaparelli. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Elli Ioannou |
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| Chanel bag in the shape of a perfume bottle outside the show. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Andrea Heinsohn |
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| Shiny gold bustier worn with black hat and glasses at Schiaparelli. Paris Haute Couture Autumne/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Patrick Marion |
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| Draped trousers in silk complement the drama of the gold bustier. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Anna Nguyen |
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| A Schiaparelli bustier at Daniel Roseberry's latest collection. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Elli Ioannou |
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| Black and white stripes make an eye-catching outfit. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Andrea Heinsohn |
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| Silvery, draped gown at the Gaurav Gupta show. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph; Anna Nguyen |
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| Baroque gold handbag with a face and worn with a shimmering silk suit at Schiaparelli. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Patrick Marion |
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| Shocking pink and black lace worn by Violet Chachki at Jean Paul Gaultier. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph; Elli Ioannou |
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| Long plaits and dramatic decolletage worn with a strongly patterned dress stops the Parisian traffic. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Andrea Heinsohn |
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| Daniel Roseberry's gold face necklace. worn with a draped cream chiffon gown at Schiaparelli. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Patrick Marion |
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| Electric blue and curving shapes at Gaurav Gupta. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Anna Nguyen |
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| Cardi B in a Daniel Roseberry creation at the Schiaparelli show. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Elli Ioannou |
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| Paris Texas and Southwest style in the French capital. Paris Haute Couture Autumne/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Andrea Heinsohn |
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| Turquoise sparkle and feathers at Alexis Mabille. Paris Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Patrick Marion |
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| Leonie Hanne in head-to-toe black and gold Schiaparelli, on the way to the show. Paris Haute Couture Autun/Winter 2023-24. Photograph: Anna Nguyen |
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