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| American actor Teyana Taylor strikes a pose on the steps of the Petit Palais before the Schiaparelli show. Photograph and cover picture of Jean-Christophe Bouvet (who plays Pierre Cadault in Emily in Paris) by Andrea Heinsohn for DAM |
In Paris, haute couture does not always begin on the runway. During Spring/Summer 2026, the pavements, courtyards and grand staircases, notably outside Schiaparelli at the Petit Palais, formed a parallel arena where fashion was defined in real time. We document the evolving language of couture street style, tracing how influence moves fluidly between celebrity, industry, and a global audience. These images present a record of moments when the street did not simply reflect couture, it actively shaped it. Photography by Andrea Heinsohn
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Heart Evangelista wears a tailored Schiaparelli jacket to the Paris show. |
Andrea Heinsohn's photographs capture this fleeting street choreography: the stillness before a pose, the movement between frames, the quiet negotiation between spectacle and self-possession.
Among the front-row regulars, fashion editors stood out as much as the stylists themselves, Suzy Menkes with her signature bouffant hair, Anna Dello Russo commanding attention in her signature maximalist yet elegant style, and the German fashion influencer Leonie Hanne.
Among celebrity arrivals was Teyana Taylor, whose arrival was self-possessed as she wore a pearly double crown. In the weeks since, that appearance has gained added context. At the 98th Academy Awards, she received a nomination for Best Supporting Actress for One Battle After Another, a role that had already earned her a Golden Globe earlier in the season. While the Oscar went to Amy Madigan, the film itself secured Best Picture, with Taylor joining the cast on stage during the acceptance, a moment that quickly circulated online.
Andrea Heinsohn's photographs capture the fleeting choreography of streetstyle: the stillness before a pose, the movement between frames, the quiet negotiation between spectacle and self-possession
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Chiara Ferragni back in the fashion ring after her legal troubles kept her away. |
Elsewhere in the city, beyond the steps of the Petit Palais, the street style narrative continued with equal intensity, even with umbrellas raised with the downpour before the Chanel show and the chilly temperatures at night for the evening events.
Jean-Christophe Bouvet, widely recognised for his role as Pierre Cadault in Emily in Paris, became an unexpected focal point for photographers and fans alike. Moving between shows, often accompanied by his signature fan and an air of theatrical ease, he blurred the line between character and self, embodying the enduring allure of Parisian fashion eccentricity.
Beyond these recognizable figures, the vitality of the street lay in its wider cast. Emerging creatives, independent stylists, and seasoned editors contributed to a visual landscape that felt considered rather than excessive. Tailoring was sharp, silhouettes strong, and even the more expressive looks carried a sense of editing, suggesting a shift toward style over spectacle. What follows is a portrait of couture beyond the runway, captured in passing moments across Paris, where fashion is not only shown, but lived. ~ Jeanne-Marie Cilento
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