Paris Haute Couture Spring 2023

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Delicious Decadence, Exquisite One off Fantasy Dressing: Fendi, Valentino, Elie Saab and Introducing Gaurav Gupta

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Gaurav Gupta’s debut at Paris Haute Couture Week was truly visionary. The intricate black beading on this gown seems to suggest a graceful brushstroke. Elie Saab fashions sumptuous, bespoke creations for men as well as women. Glorious puffs of seafoam blue silk accompany a stunning beaded sheath by Zuhair Murad. A bold jumpsuit of innovative tailoring and striking elegance, John Paul Gaultier. Goddess dressing by Zuhair Murad. Image credit vogue.com unless noted.

Thefashionlaw.com estimates 4000 as the total number of couture buyers in the entire world. As fashion aficionados we’re happy just to look.

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Zuhair Murad. A show stopping magenta mini adorned in sequins and ostrich feathers.

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All eyes on you when less is more. Zuhair Murad.

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Zuhair Murad. Hand crafted macramé gown.

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Princess wear. Spectacular in draped, bejeweled silver. Zuhair Murad.

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Zuhair Murad. It’s all about the drama. Crystal embroidery on ethereal chiffon.

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Zuhair Murad. Custom made cruise wear. Breezy open work trousers with coordinated embellished jacket

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Zuhair Murad. Breathtaking gown and cape.

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Two piece embroidered gown with a 1940’s flair. Zuhair Murad.

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Zuhair Murad. Flowing chiffon trimmed in ostrich feathers.

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Zuhair Murad. Strapless beaded extravaganza in attention-grabbing claret.

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Disco in the front, black-tie affair in the back. Sparkling lime green gown by Zuhair Murad.

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Jewel encrusted macramé pants suit. Zuhair Murad.

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A dazzling gown invoking the dancers of the 1920’s. Zuhair Murad.

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Las Vegas showgirl goes haute couture. Zuhair Murad.

Watch the triumphant Zuhair Murad Haute Couture Spring 2023 runway show here.

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Skewed couture by Viktor & Rolf. Do you wonder how the model navigated the runway? She was wearing ear buds while someone backstage give her directions.

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Just a little off. Viktor & Rolf present provocative, conceptual glamour.

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Pretty in pink. Viktor & Rolf.

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Strapless hourglass mermaid silhouette by Viktor & Rolf.

Watch the intriguing Viktor & Rolf Haute Couture Spring 2023 runway show here.

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Magnificent baby blue gown with chiffon stole by Elie Saab, a master of haute couture.

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Cascading roses and glittering sequins. Elie Saab.

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Suitable for royalty, embellished with appliqués and embroideries, crafted one stitch at a time. Elie Saab.

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Sublime in lime green, halter gown. Elie Saab.

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Opulent angarkha style robe embellished with gold embroidery, fit for a Maharaja. Elie Saab.

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A master work gown of elaborate silver passementerie paired with a pale lavender silk train. Elie Saab.

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All that glitters; a jewel encrusted gown with sprays of handmade flower petals. Elie Saab.

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Lavish halter gown, embroidered with gold. Elie Saab.

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Princely featherweight cashmere tailcoat, accented with gold. Elie Saab.

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Breathtaking opera gown and cape decorated with oriental styled embroideries. Elie Saab.

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Suitable for an Indian princess. Elie Saab.

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An ensemble so lovely, it just might bring tears to your eyes. Crafted entirely by hand by the most skilled couture artisans. Elie Saab.

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Luxurious, sophisticated tailcoat embellished for connoisseurs of beauty. Elie Saab.

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Brilliant embroidered mini with impressive teal blue train for making a grand entrance. Elie Saab.

Watch the extraordinary Elie Saab Haute Couture Spring 2023 runway show here.

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Jean Paul Gaultier by Haider Ackermann who was tapped by the brand for a single season collaboration.

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Beaded top and spiky feather maxi skirt. Jean Paul Gaultier.

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Black leather boy shorts paired with a printed blouse and shawl. Jean Paul Gaultier.

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Jean Paul Gaultier. A swirl of color softens the severe lines of the trousers.

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Jean Paul Gaultier. Classic Gaultier slashed open seams.

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Jean Paul Gaultier. Luxurious fun fur for men.

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Jean Paul Gaultier. Monotone dressing creates a bold impact.

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Jean Paul Gaultier. Minimalist lines through immaculate tailoring.

Watch the Jean Paul Gaultier Haute Couture Spring 2023 runway show here.

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Kim Jones for Fendi. The “almost dressed” look. (“Honey, just give me five more minutes.”) A reference to the classical Roman statues found throughout Italy.

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Many designs suggested the lingerie inspired slip dress. Sweet mini by Fendi.

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Maxi slip dress. Fendi.

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Colorful appliqué on sheer netting sheath. Fendi.

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Pale peach ensemble. Fendi.

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Accessory alert! Take a look at these “chain mail” evening gloves. Love them! Fendi.

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Glorious off-the-shoulder lace gown with Renaissance sleeves. Fendi.

Watch the dreamy Fendi Haute Couture Spring 2023 runway show here.

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Refreshingly brilliant floral cape over sequined micro mini. Pierpaolo Piccioli for Valentino.

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Valentino. Peach combined with pale pink creates a delightful ensemble.

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Valentino. Striped caftan paired with a velvet mini.

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Like wearing a sparkling garden of daisies. Valentino.

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A richly tiered gown reminiscent of Scarlett O’Hara. Valentino.

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Haute couture sheer peignoir set by Valentino.

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Hot pink Mongolian lamb wool coat. So fab! Valentino.

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Emerald green moiré suit featuring the full legged trousers seen on just about every runway. Valentino.

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Radiant magenta strapless gown. Valentino.

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Sheer lace overlays add a new dimension to a menswear shorts suit. Valentino.

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Shimmering aqua palliates on a simple mini produce an opulent, dazzling dress. The opera length gloves take this ensemble over the top. Valentino.

Watch the stunning Valentino Haute Couture Spring 2023 runway show here.

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Sophisticated royal blue ensemble by Gaurav Gupta, an Indian couturier and artist.

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Silver and gold hand beading enhance this bold pants suit. Gaurav Gupta.

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Swirls of gracefully formed fabrics are signature Gaurav Gupta.

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Magnificent deep plunge evening gown with hood by Gaurav Gupta.

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The designer’s ability to manipulate textiles is awe-inspiring. Gaurav Gupta.

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Neon yellow pants suit with innovative cut-out detailing. Gaurav Gupta.

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Fluid and unexpected strapless gown. Gaurav Gupta.

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A vision in gold. Gaurav Gupta.

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Molded textiles in the hands of Gaurav Gupta take flight into the realm of fashion fantasy. Image credit: gauravguptastudio.com.

Diane Weisbeck

Diane Weisbeck is a native New Yorker. A luxury lifestyle content writer, Diane was a retail buyer for Lord & Taylor’s flagship store, a product design/developer for Saks Fifth Avenue’s corporate office and a Director of Retail for major museums and high end retailers. She assists global luxury brands with their marketing and brand strategies and is also a Fair Trade corporate art consultant.

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