Last night, as the mellifluous tunes of New York’s Blonde Redhead filled the air, Isabel Marant‘s Y2K muse sauntered through the majestic Palais Royal. Clad in motocross-inspired thigh-high boots and an ensemble adorned with multi-pocketed, stone-washed denim, she epitomized the essence of the era.
In a nod to the mantra of refashioning the everyday essentials and embracing comfort, Marant’s collection was a treasure trove of fuzzy mohair knits, leather overalls, and bomber jackets so cozy you’d never want to part with them. While comfort took center stage, flirtatious floral dresses made a charming entrance, in stark contrast to angularly tailored blazers. Those same snug sweaters? They underwent a transformation, their hemlines extended just a few inches to become thigh-skimming mini dresses.
This season, the French fashion house drew inspiration from Persian carpets, a motif that manifested in hues of burnt orange, neon orange, rich burgundy, and metallic blue. Structured ensembles, crafted from nylon and hefty leather, gracefully juxtaposed the softness of knitwear and the fluidity of sequins. It was a delightful journey into the noughties, with Isabel Marant firmly sealing her approval on the revival of one of fashion’s most iconic decades.
