Chanel FW26: The Stars of the Front Row
Chanel Always Brings The Stars
At the unveiling of Matthieu Blazy’s Fall/Winter 2026 collection, the front row became a constellation of international talent. A gathering of cinema, music, and contemporary culture, each presence a testament to Chanel’s enduring dialogue with the world’s most influential voices.
The venue itself, the iconic Grand Palais, was transformed into a vibrant “under construction” landscape, complete with towering primary-colored cranes. It was a setting that mirrored Blazy’s mission: the careful, modern reconstruction of Chanel’s heritage.
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LILY-ROSE DEPP
Stepping outside her usual silhouette, Lily-Rose embraced “peak feline energy” in a leopard-print midi dress from the Pre-Fall 2026 collection. The look was topped with a matching cat-ear fascinator, a playful nod to the house’s more whimsical side under Blazy’s direction.
MARGOT ROBBIE
The Australian actress and long-time house ambassador debuted a striking hair transformation: a blunt, shoulder-grazing bob with wispy bangs. She paired her fresh cut with a sheer, layered ivory top and jean-inspired trousers from the Spring 2026 Haute Couture collection.
OPRAH WINFREY
Making a grand return to Paris Fashion Week, Oprah Winfrey wowed in what she described as “classic Chanel” that she “upgraded and modernized.” She wore a white longline trench coat with navy blue piping over a matching midi dress, completed with a sleek high ponytail and a unique triangular handbag.
OLIVIA DEAN
Rising star Olivia Dean played with the collection’s most tactile elements. She wore a patterned jacket paired with a textured, feathered mermaid skirt. While the combination was visually heavy, it showcased the incredible range of fabrications Blazy is introducing to the house.
TEYANA TAYLOR: Platinum Impact
Teyana Taylor was arguably the most unrecognizable star of the night, debuting an icy platinum blonde bob. She layered a transparent PVC raincoat over a printed tweed ensemble, a futuristic twist that perfectly complemented the industrial, “under construction” set design.
JENNIE KIM: The “Human Chanel”
BLACKPINK’s Jennie took a breezier approach to front-row dressing. She wore a matching cardigan and skirt in a beaded open knit, featuring glimmering dark green embellishments. Leaning into the “exposed underwear” trend, she styled the set with a black bra and briefs, adding a pop of red with a patent leather bag.
KYLIE MINOGUE
Kylie Minogue the pop icon delivered a masterclass in graceful interpretation. Wearing a delicate, floral-embellished silk set from the Pre-Fall 2026 collection, Kylie’s look felt completely natural to her style, light, feminine and timelessly chic.
As the cranes loomed over the Grand Palais, it was clear that Chanel is in a state of beautiful evolution. Whether it was Margot’s new bob or Jennie’s sheer knits, the front row proved that while the house is “under construction,” the foundation remains as star-studded as ever.
