Paris, the fashion capital of the world, witnessed a groundbreaking opening to the Haute Couture Fashion Week as Schiaparelli took the runway by storm.
The spotlight of the show was undeniably stolen by a jaw-dropping element - a robotic baby, cradled by model Maggie Maurer. This innovative creation, a fusion of Swarovski crystals and vintage electronic parts like wires and PC microchips, added a futuristic and whimsical touch to the iconic fashion house's presentation.
The parade of sculptural gowns was a breathtaking display of Schiaparelli's artistic prowess. Among the standout pieces was a gown crafted from early 2000s technologies, including flip phones and old Citizen calculators, entwined with shimmering jewels, serving as the "mother" for the robot baby.
The collection featured feather dresses with literal keyholes, tassel gowns, crystal earpieces, wholly belted jackets, gilded-toe heels, and spiky alien spines, showcasing a diverse range of creative expression.
In the front row, a trio of A-listers – Zendaya, Hunter Schafer, and Jennifer Lopez – further elevated the spectacle. All three adorned themselves in Schiaparelli creations, blending seamlessly with the avant-garde atmosphere. The tradition of turning the audience into a fashion spectacle continued as these stars added their unique flair to the couture narrative.
Zendaya, known for her daring fashion choices, graced the runway in a striking all-black ensemble. The high-neck top and ruched satin skirt, complemented by black pointed pumps and sheer black tights, highlighted her fresh short, choppy bangs and sleek, straight locks, making a bold and unforgettable statement.
Jennifer Lopez, gearing up for her new film, “This Is Me: Now … A Love Story,” embraced a wet-look bob hairstyle and Schiaparelli sunglasses with sculpted gold eyebrows and lenses of opaque precious stones. Her ensemble included a white knit turtleneck, black tights, and a voluminous white ruffled coat with large lapels and bell-shaped sleeves, reminiscent of white rose petals.
Accessories, including key-hole adorned heels, Daniel Roseberry’s Anatomy bag, a big white belt, and gold ovoid earrings, completed her captivating look.
Daniel Roseberry, Schiaparelli's creative director, revealed that the Wild West and the concept of venturing into the unknown inspired the Spring 2024 Couture collection. The robot baby, an ode to the Ripley character in the “Alien” movies, added an intriguing layer to the fashion narrative, showcasing the convergence of fashion and technology spectacularly.
And also, how can we forget when Frank Ocean turned heads with his robot baby named Cody at the Met Gala in 2021?
The musician had dyed his hair lime green to match the face of his doll, which nodded, blinked and waved at fans.
