Kendall Jenner captivated the audience at Schiaparelli’s Spring 2025 Haute Couture show in Paris on January 27, delivering a standout runway moment in a breathtaking strapless “gown of dreams.” The 29-year-old model wore a sculptural design featuring a nude corset with dramatic, structured hips and intricate embroidered detailing, embodying the romantic yet innovative spirit of the collection.
Titled “Icarus,” the show drew inspiration from the Greek myth of the ill-fated figure who flew too close to the sun — a metaphor for ambition and daring. Creative Director Daniel Roseberry embraced this narrative, taking bold creative risks that paid off. Roseberry also drew inspiration for the season from rare, pre-war ribbons discovered in an antique shop — delicate remnants from the 1920s and 1930s originally crafted in Lyon. This historical influence added depth to the collection’s palette and textures, blending vintage elegance with modern artistry.
Schiaparelli’s Vision: Art Meets Fashion
The show, held at Schiaparelli’s usual home of the Place Vendôme, transported attendees into a dreamscape of surrealist elegance. This season, Roseberry explored themes of artistic transformation, blending traditional craftsmanship with modern innovation. Jenner’s standout look perfectly encapsulated this vision, showcasing the house’s ability to blur the lines between art and fashion.
“LOOK 31: Strapless corset dress in nude mesh with exaggerated hips, embellished with draped pearl grey duchesse satin and embroidered with flowers and the Maison’s emblematic codes in traditional satin stitch on the chest and bottom of the dress. The dress is embellished with a large bow and laced at the back. Heeled sandal with asymmetrical wavy décolleté in nude floral corset canvas.”
Kendall Jenner: A Couture Queen
Jenner, a seasoned runway star, proved why she remains a sought-after force in the fashion world. Her appearance at Schiaparelli marks her first major couture show of 2025. With a career spanning collaborations with some of the most prestigious houses — including Chanel, Givenchy, and Versace — Jenner has become synonymous with modern-day runway glamour. Her participation in Schiaparelli’s show further underscores the brand’s ability to attract top talent to bring its avant-garde collections to life.
Celebrating Haute Couture Craftsmanship
Beyond the mesmerizing runway looks, Schiaparelli’s Spring 2025 collection also showcased the brand’s commitment to craftsmanship. Each piece was a masterpiece, with hand-embroidered details, unconventional materials, and bespoke tailoring that celebrated the artistry behind couture.
“When beginning this season of Haute Couture, I found myself looking for old and unusual color references. I ended up at an antique shop with an inventory of ribbons from the 1920s and 1930s. Before the war, many of these ribbons were created in Lyon, and shipped around the world. But when Germany invaded France, many of these spools of ribbon were hidden away, lost for a period to history.” —Daniel Roseberry
A Defining Moment During Paris Couture Week
As Paris Couture Week continues to set the tone for the year ahead in avant-garde fashion, Jenner’s Schiaparelli moment feels like a defining highlight. Her ability to seamlessly embody the drama and sophistication of haute couture while making it feel accessible and aspirational speaks to her unique power as a model and cultural icon.
With this standout appearance, Kendall Jenner has once again solidified her status as a leading figure in high fashion. Meanwhile, Schiaparelli’s Spring 2025 collection reminds the world why it remains at the forefront of couture, bridging the past and future with unrivaled creativity and innovation.
