Naomi Campbell opened the week with exactly the high-voltage blast that haute couture demands. Legs and long hair for days not only reminded us why she's in the pantheon of legendary model history, but at Versace she proved she defies time.
Christian Dior
Runway show met photo shoot at this season's Dior presentation, as four top photographers (Willy Vanderperre, Terry Richardson, Paolo Roversi, and Patrick Demarchelier) projected images from backstage sittings on the surrounding walls, providing atmospheric intrigue as to what really happens behind the scenes—accompanying antics included.
Bulgari
Everyone channels their inner diva from time to time, and now there are the appropriate jewels to wear for said moments. Who has Bulgari crowned as the Queen Diva of them all? Carla Bruni, of course. Another reason to be jealous of France's former First Lady.
Chanel
Karl Lagerfeld suggested two things still matter in a postapocalyptic world: celebrities and high-fashion. Rihanna, Kristen Stewart, Milla Jovovich, Vanessa Paradis, Alexa Chung, Clémence Poésy, and more hit the front row at Chanel's couture collection.
Armani Privé
It's all about the nudes. When Mr. Armani sends a message, it's a clear one, and this nude-hued collection was no exception. But no need to go naked when there are dresses this ethereal and beautiful in the world.
Jean Paul Gautier
Meow! Big cats have been all over Paris this week: in lioness form at the Chanel Fine Jewelry presentation, on T-shirts at the Balmain resort appointment, and as over-the-shoulder brooches at Saint Laurent men's show. But nowhere were the cats as fierce as at Gaultier. Head-to-toe spots included hand-painted hair creations.
Valentino
Designers Maria Grazia and Pier Paolo pulled open a cabinet of curiosities for their couture inspiration. From jackets embroidered with gilded insects to coral-encrusted coats and precious minaudières, the wonders they produce never cease.
Viktor + Rolf
It must take a lot of meditation to pull off a collection that has a dual purpose: both to present beautiful clothing and to create a rock garden comprised of humans. Editors watched as the dynamic duo molded each model's look and positioning into a Zen garden. They were definitely in the Zen zone.
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