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BTS’ V Goes Viral at Paris Fashion Week for Sweet Moment with Uma Thurman

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Kim Taehyung, better known as V of global sensation BTS, made waves with his appearance at the 2025 Celine show during Paris Fashion Week—but it wasn’t just his fashion-forward outfit that caught attention. A heartwarming and now-viral gesture towards actress Uma Thurman has made headlines around the world, reinforcing V’s reputation as not just a K-pop icon, but a global gentleman.

Arriving in a sleek tailored brown coat over a white shirt and subtle leopard print tie from Celine’s latest collection, V once again proved his status as a front-row favorite. His natural hairstyle and understated makeup added a layer of effortless charm to the overall look. As a global brand ambassador for Celine since March 2023, Taehyung’s appearance marked another milestone in his flourishing relationship with the French luxury house.

However, it was a candid moment shared with American actress Uma Thurman that truly stole the show. As the two mingled before the runway presentation, a gust of wind tousled Thurman’s hair, prompting V to step in gently and assist her in fixing it. The short interaction, captured by media cameras, quickly spread across social media platforms. Fans and commentators were quick to praise the BTS star for his gentlemanly behavior, with many calling it the most wholesome moment of Paris Fashion Week.

Social media erupted with admiration. From tweets praising him as a “chivalrous and gallant man” to Instagram comments highlighting his warmth and charm, fans couldn’t stop talking about the endearing exchange. References to his iconic “Yes, I’m a bad boy” meme made their way into the conversation, humorously contrasting his public persona with his soft-spoken actions.

Since becoming Celine’s official global ambassador in 2023, V has consistently drawn attention with every appearance—from Seoul to Cannes and now Paris. His ability to blend fashion, personality, and global influence continues to redefine how K-pop idols move through the world of haute couture. His presence at Paris Fashion Week this year was yet another reminder of why V is one of the most beloved figures in both music and fashion.

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Emma Watson Masters Fall Style with Minidress Look at Paris Fashion Week

Tanisha Cardozo

Emma Watson made a stylish return to the fashion spotlight during Paris Fashion Week, attending the Miu Miu Spring 2026 show in a look that stayed true to her current go-to silhouette: the minidress. The British actor wore a pale pink shift dress from the Italian label, paired with a rich brown suede jacket, delicate slingback kitten heels, and a structured black Arcadie bag.

The appearance extends a streak of chic minidress looks that Watson has been spotted in recently, notably around Paris over the weekend in a gingham blazer dress from Posse, styled with knee-high leather boots. While gingham is typically a summer pattern, the tailored silhouette and autumnal accessories made it seasonally appropriate and weather-friendly.

Watson has been consistent in her embrace of minidresses this season. At the Venice Film Festival last month, she was seen in not one but two shift-style dresses—a monogrammed Gucci design and a lime-green number by Emilia Wickstead. Both looks were paired with brown slingback pumps, a styling choice she repeated at the Miu Miu show.

Her evolving wardrobe is in step with a broader trend spotted throughout fashion month: short hemlines paired with boots, heels, and bold jackets. Street style regulars have embraced everything from cowboy boots to buckled, pirate-inspired footwear to anchor their minidress ensembles, showing that this combination has serious seasonal staying power.

Emma Watson’s consistent fashion choices suggest a new signature style for the season—one that combines sophistication, versatility, and a modern take on feminine dressing. With her polished yet playful approach, she continues to influence the style conversation in ways that are both timeless and trend-aware.

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Runway to Paris Brings the Magic of Paris Fashion Week to India

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Written by Intern Queeny George M.H, Team Allycaral

Mumbai recently played host to a spectacular fashion event that brought the spirit of Paris Fashion Week to Indian shores. Titled Runway to Paris, the showcase was more than just a glamorous evening—it was a celebration of empowerment, individuality, and Indian creativity meeting global fashion.

Aligned with the global theme “Walk Your Worth” from the L’Oréal Paris show Le Défilé, the event championed the message of self-expression and confidence. Each fashion presentation was paired with the launch of L’Oréal Paris’s latest beauty innovation—the Infallible Laque Resistance Liquid Lipstick—under the campaign “What’s Your Shine Statement.” The high-shine lipstick perfectly captured the bold, fearless energy of the night.

Runway to Paris was created in collaboration with L’Oréal Paris and Tira Beauty, offering a unique platform where fashion students from across India could bring their vision to life. The event embraced the synergy of fashion and beauty, encouraging participants to craft designs that reflected personal empowerment and artistic innovation.

The Mumbai showcase mirrored Parisian elegance while infusing it with India’s rich cultural and design sensibilities. It stood as a symbol of inclusivity, nurturing the next generation of fashion leaders. The evening culminated in a moment of excitement and promise—the announcement of the winning team who will now attend Le Défilé at Paris Fashion Week.

This exceptional opportunity not only recognizes the immense talent within India but also reinforces the commitment of L’Oréal Paris and Tira Beauty to elevate local voices on a global stage.

With Runway to Paris, the worlds of fashion, beauty, and empowerment converged—reminding us all to walk our worth and let our shine be our strongest statement.

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Louis Vuitton Turns Heads with Auto Rickshaw-Inspired Handbag at Paris Fashion Week

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Blending playful design with cultural commentary, LV’s new accessory becomes the most talked-about piece of the season

Paris, July 2025: Louis Vuitton, no stranger to reimagining everyday objects as high fashion, has once again captured global attention with a handbag modeled after an Indian auto rickshaw, introduced as part of its Men’s Spring/Summer 2026 collection.

While the standout piece did not debut on the official runway, it was unveiled at a re-see event—a post-show showcase where editors and buyers get up-close with the collection. The handbag is crafted from Louis Vuitton’s classic monogram leather, featuring fine details like miniature wheels, handlebars, and the unmistakable three-wheeler silhouette that millions across South Asia recognize.

India is clearly having a major haute couture moment, and fashion houses are taking bold — and occasionally bizarre — steps to tap into cultural icons. Soon after Prada’s ‘Kolhapuri’ sandals garnered attention, Louis Vuitton dropped an auto-rickshaw bag!
This latest and wildest entrant in the trend is a bold mashup: a rickshaw — long seen as a utilitarian, working-class mode of transport — turned into a reportedly ₹35-lakh luxury accessory, decked out in LV’s signature monogram and holographic finish.

Fashion commentator Diet Paratha was among the first to spotlight the bag on social media, posting a close-up image on Instagram with a caption that playfully questioned its cultural implications. The post sparked a digital conversation ranging from admiration to satire, especially among NRIs (Non-Resident Indians) who found both nostalgia and irony in seeing a humble symbol of Indian urban life reimagined as a luxury accessory.

“It’s not just a bag. It’s a cultural crossover moment,” noted one fashion editor on X (formerly Twitter). “And the reactions prove it—fashion is where utility, identity, and provocation meet.”

Online, reactions have been mixed but passionate. Some netizens praised the design as a celebration of Indian iconography, while others questioned whether it toes the line of appropriation or parody. Regardless, the accessory has achieved what fashion often aims for: to provoke thought and spark conversation.

Though pricing details have yet to be officially released, the estimated tag of around ₹35 lakh places the bag firmly in the collectible luxury category. It continues a trend at Louis Vuitton—previous collections have included bags shaped like paint cans, airplanes, and coffee cups—but the auto rickshaw’s cultural symbolism makes this one particularly distinctive.

With the fashion world increasingly embracing global motifs, Louis Vuitton’s rickshaw handbag is both a statement and a story, merging heritage and high design in a way that’s hard to ignore.

As the conversation continues, one thing is certain: this little three-wheeler has taken fashion on a ride no one saw coming.

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Michael Rider Revives Celine with Playful Edge in Paris Debut

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Written by Tanisha Cardozo

Paris, July 2025 – All eyes were on Celine this Sunday as the French luxury fashion house unveiled the debut collection of newly appointed creative director Michael Rider, who took the reins following Hedi Slimane’s departure last October. Hosted at Celine’s intimate atelier near the Tuileries Garden, the runway show redefined expectations—and set a bold new tone for the storied brand.

The show was attended by A-listers including Naomi Watts and Kim Taehyung (V of BTS), whose appearance marked one of his first public outings since completing military service. But the real star of the evening was Rider’s daring take on the Celine legacy.

Having worked under Phoebe Philo during her reign at Celine, Rider was expected by many to usher in a return to her minimalist, intellectual style. Instead, he flipped expectations on their head with tight skinny jeans, super-slim trousers, and sharp silhouettes—signatures more aligned with Hedi Slimane, the man who doubled Celine’s revenue to €2.5 billion before stepping down.

But this wasn’t just Slimane redux. Rider layered in his own eclectic touches: bright V-neck sweaters, Oxford shirts, and striped school ties, all styled with a confident, almost collegiate ease. Eveningwear was sharp and restrained—black, tailored, and clean.

If one thing made a definitive statement, it was the accessories. From chunky bangles and oversized chain necklaces to stacked rings and quirky keyrings shaped like dice and Eiffel Towers, Rider proved he’s not afraid of fun.

“I would never want to be perceived as cynical,” Rider told reporters after the show. “Having a sense of humour in the luxury space is a beautiful thing.”

Celine’s legacy bags also got the Rider remix: massive woven totes, sleek logo pouches, and subtle plays on the Celine logo—something Rider seems especially fascinated by.

“Logos are fascinating to me,” he said. “They can move from something really tasteful to something quite the opposite. They carry energy. They can mean many things.”

While Rider has clearly borrowed some of Slimane’s commercial instincts, he has done so with a wink. This wasn’t a return to old Celine, nor was it a full continuation of Slimane’s slick edge. Instead, Rider introduced something fresh: structured rebellion with an underlying sense of play.

Fashion critics are already calling it a clever fusion of refinement and irreverence, setting up Rider as a creative force to watch not just at Celine, but in luxury fashion at large.