Who Put the “Haute” in Paris Haute Couture? Fall Fashion 2025-26, Top Bespoke Fantasy Looks. – Pynck

Georges Hobeika. A dream of whisper pale pink chiffon and hand applied beading.

Georges Hobeika.

Georges Hobeika.

Mahogany hombre off-the-shoulder beaded gown. Georges Hobeika.

Textural swirls. Georges Hobeika.

Dramatic A-line lace gown. Georges Hobeika.

Butterflies are free, except when they are exquisite haute couture evening gowns. Glorious flight of handcrafted fantasy, Rahul Mishra.

Rahul Mishra.

This swirling gold mini dress seems to defy gravity. Rahul Mishra combines exquisite artistry and unlimited imagination into spellbinding apparel; for those bold enough to consider dressing as more than simply clothing.

Decorative peplum jacket paired with embroidered trousers by Rahul Mishra.

Instead of sipping the champagne bubbles you can be the champagne bubbles. Ensemble by Rahul Mishra.

Statement pouf cape with Art Deco inspired illustrative motif. Rahul Mishra.

This magnificent trouser ensemble by Rahul Mishra is like wearing a Gustav Klimt painting.

Floral bib draped dress by Chanel.

Metallic skirt paired with thigh high boots, Chanel.

Crimson continues as an accent color into Fall 2025-26. Chanel.

Classic tweeds by Chanel.

Chanel.

Patterned pants set. Chanel.

Chanel.

Chanel. Lingerie as outerwear continues a strong presence into Fall 2025-26.

This collection was designed by the Chanel in-house team as the fashion world awaits the debut of Matthieu Blazy, the new Chanel artistic director.

Iris van Herpen.

Iris van Herpen.
If a dress could be a song, this gown would sing.

A gown fit for a fairy queen. Iris van Herpen.

Bioluminescent algae is incorporated into the fabric of this spectacular garment. Iris van Herpen.

Iris van Herpen.

Iris van Herpen.

Since 2007, the groundbreaking designer Iris van Herpen has been inventing new dialogues between art, nature, science, architecture and dance. Her use of bioluminescent algae to fabricate glow-in-the-dark fabric is a testament to her genius. To fully appreciate this otherworldly couture collection you will need to watch the runway show. Movement is an integral part of each design.

Iris van Herpen.

Iris van Herpen.

Balenciaga ensemble. Très chic.

Fitted cowl gown by Balenciaga.

No, this is not Dolly Parton for Balenciaga. 

Charming floral ensemble. Balenciaga.

Trench by Balenciaga.

Balenciaga.

Vintage 1967 herringbone suit design by Balenciaga. This was Demna’s final show as the creative director for the brand. In July he will step into his new position as artistic director of Gucci, while Pierpaolo Piccioli will take the reins at Balenciaga.

With Tarzan away, Jane took the opportunity to grab a few palm fronds and whip up an evening gown. Incredible, imaginative use of materials by Ronald van der Kemp, the world’s first sustainable couture label.

Ronald van der Kemp.

Glowing, iridescent gown by Ronald van der Kemp.

Jungle fever. Ronald van der Kemp.

The ArdAzAei brand was founded by Swedish-Iranian artistic director Bahareh Ardakani and her partner in Stockholm in 2018. Ardakani applies physics and spatial geometry to her couture designs.

Posh silver wrap suit by ArdAzAei.

ArdAzAei.

Resort ready two piece by ArdAzAei.

Bondage mermaid. ArdAzAei.

Paris Haute Couture Week was awash in corseted silhouettes accented by padded hips, busts and just about everything else. ArdAzAei. 

Mega pouf gown by Viktor & Rolf, avant-garde luxury brand. Headpiece by milliner Stephen Jones.

Viktor & Rolf couture always makes a statement.

Elie Saab, the haute couture master.

Playful pantaloons with elegant train. Elie Saab.

Elie Saab.

Elie Saab is known for his inspired use of intricate craftsmanship, sophisticated design and glamorous silhouettes.

Elie Saab.

Juana Martín two piece openwork ensemble with exaggerated shoulders. Image credit:fhcm.paris/fr.

Juana Martín. Image credit:fhcm.paris/fr.

Juana Martín. Image credit:fhcm.paris/fr.

Juana Martín. Image credit:fhcm.paris/fr.

Here comes the bride. Juana Martín. Image credit:fhcm.paris/fr.
Juana Martín began her professional career in 1999, after winning the Young Designers of Spain competition.
In 2018, Juana arrived in Paris to present her first ready-to-wear collection.

Stéphane Rolland is a French fashion designer and has been an official Haute Couture member since 2007. His work is influenced by architecture, sculpture and the artistry of traditional couture workmanship. Image credit:fhcm.paris/fr.

Dramatic suit. Stéphane Rolland. Image credit:fhcm.paris/fr.

Sublime tuxedo suit. Stéphane Rolland. Image credit:fhcm.paris/fr.

Magnificent white coat with train. Stéphane Rolland. Image credit:fhcm.paris/fr.

Bravura pouf ballgown by Stéphane Rolland. Image credit:fhcm.paris/fr.

Zuhair Murad creates elegant, entrance making gowns for fashion connoisseurs worldwide.

Paying tribute to Hollywood’s golden age, Zuhair Murad’s couture designs reinterpret the movie sirens of the 1930s and ‘40s.

Zuhair Murad.

Zuhair Murad.

Zuhair Murad.

Glamour and opulence by Zuhair Murad.

Zuhair Murad.

Breathtaking jewel encrusted gown with cape by Zuhair Murad.

A contemporary Bo-Peep. Robert Wun.

Robert Wun is a Hong Kong-born, London-based fashion designer known for his avant-garde designs that blend “originality, extravagance, and cinematic influence.”

Robert Wun.

Robert Wun.

Metallic gold suit by Julie de Libran.

Born in Aix-en-Provence, France, Julie de Libran moved to San Diego, California with her family in 1980. It was as a young California girl that she first fell in love with fashion. In June 2019, Julie de Libran returned to Paris and launched her own label.

Leather bustier paired with pleated skirt. Julie de Libran.

Tiered gown by Julie de Libran.

“A rose by any other name”…Giambattista Valli.

Giambattista Valli.

Frothy, feminine gowns by Giambattista Valli.

Magnificent ruffled cloak by the talented Daniel Roseberry for Schiaparelli.

Schiaparelli.

Schiaparelli.

Angelic matador. Schiaparelli.

Sheer coat with silver embroidery. Schiaparelli.

Bugle beads create the leopard pattern on this wild matador ensemble. Schiaparelli.

Make-up and jewelry detail. Schiaparelli

Vibrant embroidered winter white coat by Ashi Studio.

Elegant silver mermaid gown with delicate wisteria beading. Mohammed Ashi.

Note the irregular edging highlighting this deep burgundy gown. Ashi Studio.

Lovely beaded gown with an oriental flair. Ashi Studio.

Nude corset gown accented with curled embellishments. Ashi Studio.

Cream lace hourglass gown by Ashi Studio.

Beaded strapless gown by the Sultan of savoir-faire, Giorgio Armani, for Armani Privè. This was the first time in 20 years that Armani was not present for his Paris Haute Couture show, due to doctor’s orders. His bout of bronchitis keep him away from Paris, but Armani still coordinated every aspect of the show through the phone with his team.Sparkling beaded jacket paired with trim velvet trousers. Armani’s couture show was entitled, “Noir Séduisant.” Armani Privè.

Armani Privè.

Sleek velvet trouser ensemble with soutache trim. Armani Privè.

Embroidered velvet tuxedo, Armani Privè.

Sheer jumpsuit sprinkled with jet beads. Armani Privè.

Liquid metal gown. Armani Privè.

Detail of accessories, beauty and jewelry, Armani Privè.

Dressed in the timeless sophistication of il Maestro, the evening is always still young; and at 90 years, so is Giorgio Armani.