Paris isn’t just the city of lights; it’s the heartbeat of global fashion. Thanks to the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode, Paris firmly holds its title as the world’s style capital, orchestrating the grand spectacles that are Paris Fashion Week and Haute Couture Week. And let’s face it—where else would we want couture magic to unfold?

Haute Couture, that ultra-French institution, is more than just breathtaking gowns and jaw-dropping craftsmanship. It’s a living, breathing paradox—a dazzling mix of timeless tradition and cutting-edge innovation. The Fédération puts it best, “Haute Couture is a permanent gateway between a tradition for excellence in know-how and contemporaneity in creation.” Translation? It’s old-school craftsmanship meets new-age sartorial savvy, and we’re obsessed.

The roots of this haute spectacle trace all the way back to 1868 when the Chambre Syndicale de la Couture was born. Fast forward to 1945, and the term “Haute Couture” became a legally protected designation (yes, there’s literally a commission to gatekeep the exclusivity). As the Fédération explains, “Only institutions that have received the designation, approved each year by a dedicated commission under the aegis of the Ministry for Industry, may become eligible.” If you’re not on the list, darling, you’re just not couture.

This January, Paris is bursting with fashion energy. The Menswear AW25 shows wrapped on January 26, paving the runway for Couture Week SS25, which kicked off on January 27 with a dazzling show by Schiaparelli. The bonus? A star-studded lineup and unforgettable street style ensembles.

Lucky us, we’re diving headfirst into the sartorial extravaganza. Here are the best A-list looks from Couture Week 2025—where Paris proves yet again why it’s the ultimate fashion playground.

The best dressed celebrities at Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week SS 2025:

Dua Lipa