PARIS – Fashion house Schiaparelli turned heads at Paris Haute Couture Week with a show-stopping gown featuring a mechanical beating heart, merging art, fashion, and surrealism in a moment that left audiences captivated.
The bold creation, part of the Fall/Winter 2025 haute couture collection, was designed by creative director Daniel Roseberry. The dress, crafted in vibrant scarlet satin, featured a pulsating, rhinestone-encrusted heart placed at the back of the bodice. The realistic, throbbing movement of the heart paid homage to surrealist artist Salvador Dalí’s 1953 “Royal Heart”, while the rest of the gown echoed the brand’s signature anatomical motifs.
A Blend of Art and Fashion
The runway presentation at the Petit Palais served as a theatrical display of craftsmanship and creativity. The gown’s design included a trompe-l’œil-style torso, complete with sculpted features, adding to the surrealist impact that has become synonymous with the Schiaparelli name.
Other Highlights from the Show
- Rapper Cardi B made a dramatic entrance accompanied by a live crow,
- Actress Ryan Destiny showcased a sculptural dress featuring silk stilettos affixed to the bust,
- The overall show blended monochrome palettes, structured silhouettes, and avant-garde flair, pushing the boundaries of couture fashion.
Symbolism and Legacy
Roseberry’s design is a continuation of Elsa Schiaparelli’s legacy, embracing the fashion house’s historic connection with surrealist art and defiant creativity. By breathing life—literally—into the dress, Schiaparelli reinforced its position at the intersection of fashion and performance art.
With this extraordinary display, the label not only delivered a viral fashion moment but also reasserted its status as a leader in conceptual haute couture.
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