Paris Couture Week commenced with a breathtaking start as Schiaparelli presented “The Phoenix.” Held in the elegantly staged basement of the Hotel Salomon de Rothschild, the show captivated audiences with models draped in transparent crepe veils and illuminated by focused beams of light. Creative director Daniel Roseberry’s surrealist vision merged timeless elegance with innovative flair, setting an impressive tone for the week ahead.