As the spring Haute Couture shows took Paris by storm this week, we were given plenty to unpack, from Margaret Qualley opening Chanel's showcase of balletesque gowns, King Kylie's continual reign over the paparazzi, to Rihanna and Natalie Portman basking in each other's stardom outside of the Dior show and of course the mind-bending parade of jaw-dropping fashion.
Schiaparelli kicked off the week with a bang as many A-listers descended upon the show gates in the most fabulous fashions. Jennifer Lopez served us a soft slay in a white ruffled coat constructed from hundreds of real rose petals. At the same time, Zendaya went for a sleek matrix meets cotillion gown and Hollywood darling Da'vine Joy Randolph made her couture week debut in a bespoke tunic and gold statement necklace.
Other standout moments from the week include the subversive Margiela Artisanal collection designed by John Galliano, which reignited many a fashion lover's burning desire for theatrics as models sauntered down in eery yet whimsical designs. Pier Paolo continued to imbue his vision of Valentino with jots of color and unapologetic grandeur while Giambattista Valli and Schiaparelli turned up the volume of their designs, sending models down the catwalk in overblown proportions that reminded us why a little, or a lot, of pomp and circumstance, is so vital to the aspiration aspect of couture week.
Couture week can often feel like a visual feast that can sometimes be hard to digest but fear not, as we've parsed through the catwalks and front rows of couture week to showcase the boldest and chattiest moments.