Dripping in black and gold: Inside the fashion show the world can’t stop talking about
It’s the show that has the world talking.
On the runway, an army of models marched in head-to-toe gold lamé and latex beneath a colossal chandelier that illuminated the night’s sky as the Eiffel Tower twinkled in the background.
Welcome to the golden age! Getty
Lining the runway was an ocean of black and lace: The uniform issued to the other stars in attendance.
And off the runway? Noise that this would be creative director Anthony Vaccarello’s final show after 10 years at fashion behemoth Yves Saint Laurent.
While reports of his departure are unconfirmed, Vaccarello’s Spring/Summer 2027 show has been described as his swan song.
A grand chandelier for a grand backdrop Getty Images
And in the show notes read this message: “What departs sometimes leaves more light than what remains.”
Famous faces from around the globe decamped on the City of Light to marvel in the spectacle, dressed in ensembles that added to the atmosphere.
From billionaire heiress and It-girl Mathilde Pinault’s slick look to Rosie Huntington-Whiteley’s romantic design, here are just some of the looks that took our breath away.
She may be worth a hell of a lot more, but billionaire heiress Mathilde Pinault looked a million bucks. Getty Images
With all that opulence on the raised runway, the shades would have come in handy. Getty Images
It was all lace and velvet for ’90s icon Amber Valletta. Getty Images
Magnifique! It’s Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu, looking every bit as stylish as her on-screen counterpart Sylvie, from Emily in Paris. Getty Images
It’s all about the details for model Iris Law. The daughter of Jude Law and Sadie Frost gave lace and edge with slicked hair and multicoloured polish. Getty Images
Zoe Saldaña shimmers in this sheer, twinkling slip dress. Getty Images
Wow! A dark, romantic look for Rosie Huntington-Whiteley. Getty Images
A pop of colour only on the lip for Jerry Hall. Getty Images
Czech model Eva Herzigová balanced her metallic-looking number with an oversized blazer. Getty Images
All leather for Georgia May Jagger. Getty Images
Understated and elegant. 13 Reasons Why actress Alisha Boe diverts eyes to her make-up with this simple look. Getty Images
Valentina Hites’ look is all wrapped up in a bow. Getty Images
Gabbriette’s make-up was the focal point of her ensemble. Getty Images
The former First Lady of France, and ’90s supermodel, Carla Bruni is as chic as ever. Getty Images
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