Amid the dreamy procession of swishing feathers, metallic pailettes, and tiers of pastel tulle at Chanel yesterday, backstage hairstylist Sam McKnight’s stark side parts and slicked-flat buns offered a pleasingly austere counterpart that called to mind an adjective you rarely hear at Couture Week: wearable.
And what better real-world litmus test than the models flitting from the Musée Rodin to the next show back in civilian gear? Take Kendall Jenner, whose runway knot felt just as right with a voluminous gold parka and a dose of black leather, all remnants of her glittering runway makeup obscured by oversize black shades, while Selena Forrest offset a deconstructed denim jacket with her minimalist knot. Mariacarla Boscono effortlessly paired the style with the T-shirt of the moment, just as Bella Hadid offered a decidedly on-duty look that’s sure to inspire the office-bound with a sweater dress and winter shades.
Here, four reasons why your mid-week frizz fix is just a sweep of the fine-tooth comb away.
