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lewks
January 29, 2015

The 25 Wildest, Flashiest Accessories at Couture

By Diana Tsui

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You can always count on couture to have the wildest hairpieces, dresses that are too wide for the runway — and, of course, the most over-the-top accessories. This season couture technically started in London when John Galliano made his debut for Maison Margiela with a collection that had all of the drama you’d expect, including statement headpieces.

Then it was on to Paris, where, over the span of the last three days, designers showcased everything from python neck braces at Alexandre Vauthier to thigh-high latex boots at Christian Dior to fancy veiled berets at Chanel. Click ahead to see all of these and more wild accessories from couture, just in case you’re in need of some inspiration for a new lewk.

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Chanel Adding a veil to anything instantly makes it mysterious. Photo: Armando Grillo
Armani Privé Ultralong Lucite earrings that are elegant without being too over the top. Photo: Armando Grillo
Christian Dior Oooh, shiny. Photo: Alessandro Lucioni
Chanel Sometimes you just need a hat that resembles a giant storm cloud. Photo: Armando Grillo
Christian Dior A statement cuff we'd want to wear any night of the week.  Photo: Matteo Volta/www.matteovolta.com
Schiaparelli Good to know that you can grab a bunch of pins and DIY this. Photo: Armando Grillo
Armani Privé Flying fur, stacked bangles, and the tiniest clutch combine for the perfect evening look. Photo: Armando Grillo
Christian Dior Only Raf Simons can make us want to own thigh-high latex boots that look impossible to pull on. Photo: Matteo Volta/www.matteovo... Christian Dior Only Raf Simons can make us want to own thigh-high latex boots that look impossible to pull on. Photo: Matteo Volta/www.matteovolta.com
Elie Saab A pearl gauntlet that even Daenerys Targaryen would appreciate. Photo: Armando Grillo
Jean Paul Gaultier FKA Twigs would approve of this entire look. Photo: Armando Grillo
Elie Saab You can't help but stare at the sheer amount of pearls and embellishments on this clutch. Photo: Armando Grillo
Alexis Mabille Sometimes you just want a feathery clutch that flutters in the air while you walk.
Alexandre Vauthier This python neck brace: probably totally helpful for sleeping on airplanes.
Maison Margiela John Galliano paired an angled, black, floppy hat with super-dramatic dark eye makeup. Photo: Imaxtree
Jean Paul Gaultier Rhinestone-encrusted white-satin loafers: the smartest decision any bride could ever make. Photo: Armando Grillo
Schiaparelli Seeing stars. Photo: Armando Grillo
Valentino Fanciful gold-winged sandals pair perfectly with floaty gowns. Photo: Armando Grillo
Giambattista Valli Another polka-dot veil: mystery with a hint of twee! Photo: Armando Grillo
Alexandre Vauthier The one-earring trend is still going strong, as seen here on Ming Xi.
Atelier Versace One wrong move and that could pierce the jugular. Photo: Armando Grillo
Atelier Versace That curved heel looks just as dangerous as the jewelry from the same show. Photo: Armando Grillo
Valentino Do not — we repeat, do not — wear these in the rain.  Photo: Armando Grillo
Viktor & Rolf In case you're on a beach vacation and in dire need of substantial shade. Photo: Armando Grillo
Elie Saab It's not couture until you have superfluous golden frame around a beaded clutch. Photo: Armando Grillo/Imaxtree
Atelier Versace You know these shoes will never see a disgusting gray NYC slush puddle. Photo: Armando Grillo/Imaxtree
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