The world of fashion witnessed a bold statement at Paris Couture Week, courtesy of Schiaparelli's creative director Daniel Roseberry. Actor Emma Corrin stole the show with a breathtaking, feather-covered jacket that left onlookers stunned.
The 30-year-old's outfit featured padded shoulders, a multi-coloured plumage, and a collar that climbed high enough to cover her ears, shaped like delicate wings. However, the true showstopper was the two sharply pointed structures protruding from the chest, resembling extremely confident, aerodynamic nipples.
The jacket's design was so theatrical that it looked like an exotic creature had perched on Corrin's body. Matching protrusions appeared on the back, finishing in a sweeping feathered tail, giving the appearance of someone moments away from taking flight.
Couture week, thankfully, is the perfect platform for garments that prioritise spectacle over basic concepts like peripheral vision. Corrin paired the stunning jacket with plain black trousers and strappy heels, but it was clear that the focus was on the show-stopping piece.
The reaction to Corrin's look was mixed, with some praising its audacity and others questioning its sanity. Gi Hamilton commented on social media, 'Yesss they look like hummingbirds!' while stylist Juliet Cuerden predicted that years from now, people will look back at this era of Schiaparelli the way they do at Galliano for Dior.
However, not everyone was won over, with Mark Trotta calling the piece 'hideous' and Lari Elka asking, 'What in the Hieronymus Bosch hell?' Regardless, Corrin's bold fashion choice will undoubtedly be remembered for years to come.
It was a headline-grabbing day for Schiaparelli and Roseberry, who also showcased a stunning creation on Zendaya earlier in the day. The actress wore a dress that mimicked a marble statue, complete with a corset and a shimmering beaded skirt that gave the illusion of a fountain.
