Fashion knows no bounds—even a rainy Wednesday in Paris couldn’t dampen the spirit. Traffic crawled around Place du Trocadero, yet fans braved the downpour outside the venue near the Eiffel Tower, eager for a glimpse of Balmain’s star-studded entourage. Celebrities like Anitta, Cardi B, Brooklyn Beckham, and France’s first lady arrived flawlessly. Backstage, Anitta quipped that her dress was so tight, she could barely breathe.

Inside, the show transported guests with a romantic soundtrack whispering “Je T’aime.” The opening looks featured sequined red lips, as if to kiss away the gray skies. Feminine faces adorned dresses, and classic Parisian stripes were reimagined through Balmain’s bold lens.

This season’s collection leaned into wearability. Structured black blazers met silk blouses and tailored wool-and-leather trousers. Belted tote bags emerged as the next office essential. Pops of color came through in red sequined numbers and soft pink gowns, the latter closing the show in a dreamy swirl of silk.

Mini dresses dominated, with a few sweeping gowns adding drama. The palette included black, gold, white, pink, and red, rendered in materials like suede, silk, sequins, and metal. Silhouettes celebrated the hourglass form with strong shoulders and accentuated hips. Accessories gleamed in gold—belts, heels, fold-over boots, and chunky necklaces—all echoing Balmain’s signature beauty products.