Yesterday, Louis Vuitton presented its Women’s Spring-Summer 2026 collection designed by Nicolas Ghesquière, hosted at the iconic Le Louvre in Paris. As expected, the show wasn’t just about the runway—the front row served up as much intrigue as the collection itself.

Dress yes, accessories no

Emma Stone’s Louis Vuitton dress was a triumph of draping and relaxed ease, but the black accessories disrupted the softness of the look, where lighter or metallic accents might have elevated it.

Legs for days

Zendaya, who has been busy filming all year, came out of her red carpet hiatus to remind us why she is will always be the moment. Wearing a Louis Vuitton silver… shall we call this a dress? Or a long-line jacket? Either way, it was short. But as always, Zendaya’s poise and those endless legs sold it with ease. Few could carry this off, but she makes it look effortless.

LV Shorts, again

The last time we saw Lisa on a major red carpet, many of you commented on how surprised you were that she didn’t wear a big house to the Emmys. Well, when it comes to Louis Vuitton, it seems like the always put her in short shorts, much like her Met Gala look, I actually loved this knit set. It had a late ’80s to early ’90s spirit with its statement shoulders and playful proportions. It reminds me of a modernised Clueless-era Cher Horowitz ensemble.

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The Sculptural Statement Makers

This is why I love Sophie Turner as a Louis Vuitton ambassador. She owned her look entirely—a black mini dress with wing-like sculptural shoulders and cascading silver chains. It reminded me of ’80s power dressing given a futuristic, rockstar twist. I half expect Steven Tyler to borrow that jacket at some point.

Urassaya Sperbund gave us pure Jekyll-and-Hyde energy. One half sleek black jumpsuit, the other a sculptural cream pleated fan skirt. The contrast was dramatic, half-romantic, and sharp—proof that Nicolas Ghesquière’s avant-garde vision remains as bold as ever.

Born for Vuitton

Since stepping into the spotlight, Emma Laird has worn nothing but Louis Vuitton, and it works. She has that Sophie Turner quality—able to slip into any LV piece with ease. She feels like a natural extension of the house, and I’m excited to see where this partnership goes.

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The Statement Boots

Jennifer Connelly, forever Nicolas Ghesquière’s muse, doesn’t miss a front row. She’s probably the only woman who can consistently sell the designer’s often bizarre shoe designs. This time, she was rewarded with a spectacular pair of metallic gold and silver knee-high open-toe boots.

On the other hand, Natalia Vodianova’s statement boots didn’t land as well. They looked far too big on her petite frame. Thankfully, her Louis Vuitton dress with its bell-shaped skirt was one of my favourites from the show’s guests—sweet, sculptural, and memorable.

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It’s Winter Somewhere

Granted, we are officially in fall, but Noémie Merlant skipped a season ahead. While the Parisian sun hit the Louvre courtyard, she arrived in a chunky turtleneck look that screamed deep-winter. It felt heavy and out of step with this front row—this one didn’t work for me at all.

Lous and the Yakuza also opted for a turtleneck, but the lighter knit and cream tone worked better. The shorter, breezier skirt made it feel less suffocating and more seasonally appropriate, though still a little off-piste.

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The LBDs

Ana de Armas and Léa Seydoux both embraced Louis Vuitton little black dresses. Ana’s had subtle detailing that gave it lift, while Léa went full minimalist.

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The Press Tour Girlies

Chase Infiniti (One Battle After Another) and Odessa Young (Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere) both wore custom Louis Vuitton on their recent tours, so it made sense to see them front row. In matching spirit, they chose black-and-white graphic print mini dresses, Petite Malle bags, and Louis Vuitton’s signature leather boots.

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The Boys

Felix, who debuted pink hair after leaving Incheon on Monday with blonde hair, wore a Louis Vuitton look felt effortlessly cool—minimal, clean, and with just the right monochrome balance.

Jaden Smith’s Louis Vuitton look channels laid-back ease—oversized denim worn with attitude, elevated by a Louis Vuitton statement bag that isn’t the Petite Malle or the new Express MM carried by Felix, making the look undeniably his own.

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