Cardi B stuns with Avant-Garde ensemble at couture show
The American rapper attended Schiaparelli's Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2025/2026 show at the iconic Petit Palais in Paris.
Cardi B's look was nothing short of spectacular. She wore a fitted black column gown that hugged her figure elegantly.
The dress featured an exaggerated shoulder piece, adorned with ivory beaded fringe that framed her head, adding a dramatic and artistic flair.
She paired the gown with classic black opera gloves, enhancing the outfit's sophistication, according to Parade.
True to her signature style, Cardi B accessorised with dazzling jewellery. She chose two-tier pearl teardrop earrings and a diamond-encrusted microdermal stud under her left eye.
This added subtle sparkle without overpowering the ensemble. However, the real conversation starter was her unusual 'arm candy': a live crow perched on her arm.
She affectionately nicknamed her feathered companion 'Crowdi B' in an Instagram post, delighting fans with her playful creativity.
The rapper's choice of a crow was no accident. It ties directly to her upcoming sophomore album, Am I the Drama? , which features a dark feathered bird on its cover.
This clever nod to her music added another layer of intrigue to her appearance.
Fans and fashion enthusiasts have been quick to praise Cardi B's daring style. One admirer commented, 'Art meets elegance. This is next-level fashion.'
Another said, 'Cardi is one of the only female rappers who can put anything on and make it look good.' The rapper's status as a fashion icon was echoed by many, with one fan declaring, 'She is a fashion icon herself!'
The buzz around Cardi B's Paris Fashion Week look also highlights the growing global influence of bold, statement-making fashion.
Cardi's fearless approach serves as inspiration to embrace individuality and creativity in style. As one follower summed up, 'The music! The visuals! The looks!'
The event itself is a major highlight in the fashion calendar, showcasing the finest haute couture from top designers.
Cardi B's appearance at Schiaparelli's show, a brand renowned for its avant-garde designs, perfectly matched the event's spirit of innovation and glamour.
Cardi B's Paris Fashion Week moment proves once again that she is not only a musical powerhouse but also a fearless fashion icon who knows how to command attention on the world stage.
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