AN ODE TO PARIS Chanel

Dubbed “High Profile,” Chanel’s couture outing for fall is a tribute to its birthplace: Paris. While sequin-encrusted bustiers bring to mind the nighttime reflections on the Seine, the House’s classic tweed suit (reimagined for 2018 with elongated skirts that zip open to reveal matching mini-skirts inside) is done in varying shades of gray to reference Paris’ paved streets. Of course, a fitting finale for a show that pays homage to the city of love is a wedding dress and Lagerfeld’s beautifully unconventional version is a leaf-embroidered tweed rendition in pale green. Interestingly, the collection didn’t rely on unnecessary pomp to impress. Instead, the presentation cuts through the noise and shines a light on the technique, craftsmanship and handiwork of the atelier’s artisans. Couture magic, indeed.