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Dior Fashion Week: Kate Middleton Praised, Meghan Markle Excluded
Dior opened Paris Fashion Week with a powerful statement on feminism.
As the first model strutted down the catwalk in black layers, a punk choker, and black shoes, video screens behind her displayed the words “take your hands off when I say no, take your eyes off when I say no.”
The second model followed with an unbuttoned shirt and cut-off tails, but it was the glossy logo stamped designer handbag she carried that caught everyone's attention.
Written across the screen were the words, “capitalism won't take her where she really wants to go.”
Women's empowerment took center stage at Paris Fashion Week, with 67 shows scheduled over eight days.
On Saturday, Sarah Burton will present her final collection for Alexander McQueen after 13 years as the brand's creative director.
When asked about the ideal model to represent feminism, Burton praised Princess Catherine, stating, “100% Kate Middleton.
She's fabulous on every level, a respectable, silent, discreet, and selfless mother.
Her willingness to repeat outfits has done so much for women.
She's like our generation's suffragette.”
Kate Middleton has had a longstanding relationship with Alexander McQueen, wearing their designs for numerous royal engagements.
Meanwhile, Meghan Markle was noticeably absent from the Dior Paris Fashion Week event.
Despite rumors of a potential collaboration, a spokesperson for Dior and Paris confirmed that there have been no contract negotiations or recent contact with the Duchess of Sussex.
Among the celebrity attendees at the Dior Spring Summer catwalk show were Jennifer Lawrence, Charlize Theron, and Janet Ortega.
Lawrence, a Dior ambassador since 2012, sported a simple white shirt and black trousers, while Theron showcased a crisp white shirt with a sparkling maxi skirt.
Ortega, known for her role in the Netflix series “Wednesday,” donned a chic grey blazer over a sheer black top and navy pleated skirt.
Spanish pop star Rosalia joined them, wearing a white shirt paired with a black pinafore dress.
British actor Robert Pattinson embraced the relaxed and tailored trend with his outfit.
The catwalk itself was a vibrant display of bright pink and yellow stripes, with a video installation titled “Not Her” playing on enormous screens.
The installation featured a rotating collection of feminist slogans, ranging from the serious to the iconic.
Black continued to dominate the autumn/winter catwalks and is expected to remain a prominent trend for spring.
Dior Fashion Week made a statement not only through fashion but also by highlighting the importance of women's empowerment.
While Kate Middleton received accolades for her role in promoting feminism, Meghan Markle's absence from the event sparked speculation about her future collaborations.
As Paris Fashion Week continues, fashion enthusiasts eagerly anticipate the upcoming shows and the messages they will convey.
