Haute Couture
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Cardboard, Draping, and Fortuny: The Three Hand-Pleating Techniques Behind Haute Couture
Haute couture relies on three distinct hand-pleating techniques: cardboard pleating for precision, draping for sculptural fluidity, and Fortuny pleats for timeless texture. These artisanal methods, unlike industrial machine pleating, create unique results valued for their craftsmanship and aesthetic.
Inside the Haute Couture Atelier: Flou, Tailleur, and the Artisans Behind a Bespoke Garment
Haute couture garments are the result of a collaborative atelier system, divided into flou (soft garments) and tailleur (structured pieces), supported by specialized external artisans. Understanding the roles of petites mains, heads of atelier, and métiers d'art reveals the intricate journey from sketch to bespoke reality.
Bruno Sialelli Joins Balenciaga Couture Studio
Bruno Sialelli, whose romantic aesthetic once defined Lanvin, has joined Balenciaga's elite couture studio.
Paris Couture Week 2026: 30 Shows Highlight New Creative Leadership
The Fall/Winter 2026 Haute Couture Week in Paris will feature 30 houses, yet notably omits established names like Valentino.
Celebrity Fashion Shines at the 2026 Global Gift Gala
At the Global Gift Gala during Cannes 2026, Jacqueline Fernandez debuted a Richard Quinn SS '26 couture gown, instantly setting a high bar for the evening's fashion spectacle.