Michelle Yeoh and other stars light up Demna's final Balenciaga runway show
Tan Sri Michelle Yeoh was among the A-list stars who lit up Demna's (Demna Gvasalia) final show for Balenciaga, marking the end of an era for the Georgian designer who redefined the house with his disruptive, often polarising vision.
Held in a sleek, minimalist space in Paris, the show drew a powerful crowd, from fashion insiders to global celebrities, all gathered to witness a milestone moment in contemporary fashion.
Demna's final collection was a retrospective of his provocative yet emotionally charged style – oversized tailoring, subversive silhouettes, and a raw, intimate energy that has both challenged and reshaped luxury fashion.
While his tenure at Balenciaga hasn't been without controversy, it's clear his impact will resonate long after his departure.
Other celebrities at Demna's final Balenciaga show included Katy Perry, Cardi B, Nicole Kidman, PP Krit and more. Naomi Campbell and Kim Kardashian were seen walking the runway.
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Yeoh has long been celebrated for her groundbreaking roles in international cinema, from her early days in Hong Kong action films to becoming a Bond girl, and her historic Oscar win for Everything Everywhere All At Once .
But beyond her screen presence, Yeoh has quietly become a fashion force, regularly seen on the front rows of major fashion weeks and gracing campaigns and red carpets in couture from the world's top designers.
With her poise, elegance, and fearless style choices, the Malaysian star has cemented her status not just as a cinematic icon, but as a global fashion muse whose influence spans both industries.
For fashion-watchers and proud Malaysians alike, the moment was a reminder of how style, celebrity and identity intersect on the most global of stages.
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