Paris Fashion Week: The Art of French Fashion

Paris has long been considered the capital of fashion, luxury and heritage. Historically, the city held an influential position, from the royal courts and aristocratic circles to the world of haute couture. Fashion houses and legacy brands have put down roots in the French capital, some for generations. Whether it is the romance in the Parisian air, the poetic sense of style, or the glorious architecture and art whispering history into daily life, Paris's status as the ultimate fashion capital is firmly cemented and unlikely to be challenged anytime soon. Words by Ophelia Wu. Image credit: Dior SS27.