In Paris these past few days, the fall 2025 shows at couture week took over the City of Light. As luxury fashion houses showcased the finest craftsmanship they can offer, VIP celebrities took in the glorious designs from the front row. And given that couture week is no average fashion week (it is ultra exclusive), stars were sure to bring their sartorial A-game to the presentations—delivering bold, avant-garde looks that were all about the art of the fashion transformation.
The story of what sold in 2024 is dominated by a few things: quiet luxury (no surprise there); a greater sense of realism about what you might actually need and whether it can stick around in your wardrobe long enough to make the investment worthwhile; and, that when it comes to accessories It status is no longer it. If you’re going to spend plenty of money on a bag, then practical, durable, and madly luxurious is actually where it’s at. (Likewise, if you can wear a look with a loafer, the shoe of 2024, you’re good to go.)
In celebration of what would’ve been Vivienne Westwood’s 84th birthday on April 8, we’re looking back at the red carpet legacy of a designer who rewrote the rules of fashion. Known for her punk-infused aesthetics and masterful corsetry, Westwood’s designs have long been a favourite on the red carpet.
