Fresh off her first Oscar nomination, Teyana Taylor made a historic appearance at the Schiaparelli show, wearing jewels directly inspired by the infamous Louvre heist, merging high fashion with true crime drama.
Teyana Taylor is taking Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week by storm. The actress, fresh off her first Oscar nomination and a Golden Globe win for her role in “One Battle After Another,” stepped out for the Schiaparelli spring/summer 2026 haute couture show on Monday, Jan. 26, in an eye-popping look that was as rooted in the old-school cinema of regality as it was the modern drama of naked-dressing.
Taylor, 36, wore a sheer black dress, detailed with floral lace. Opting for a more demure version of the naked-dressing trend, she layered a long black coat over the look and paired it with sheer, fishnet gloves. A classic pair of black platform pumps completed the ensemble.
The real star of the show, however, was Taylor’s ornate jewels and the inspiration behind them. Inspired by the Louvre jewelry heist, which rocked the famous Paris art museum in October, Taylor sported a diamond-encrusted crown, featuring pearls, designed by Schiaparelli’s jewelry brand.
The ornate headpiece was modeled after Empress Eugenie’s Tiara, one of several pieces stolen from the Louvre. Also resting atop her neck was a glitzy, diamond bow with two long tassels hanging down the bodice. The bespoke piece was designer and creative director Daniel Roseberry’s take on Empress Eugenie’s Bodice Front, according to Harper’s Bazaar.
A Fashion Moment Rooted in Real-World Crime
This isn’t just a celebrity wearing expensive jewelry. This is a deliberate and powerful narrative. The October 2025 heist at the Louvre saw thieves make off with priceless treasures, including the Empress Eugenie’s Tiara. By recreating these stolen pieces for Taylor, Schiaparelli’s Daniel Rosebery is making a bold statement about the value, fragility, and allure of art and history itself. Taylor, a newly minted awards-season darling, becomes the living embodiment of this narrative, wearing a story of crime and recovery on the world’s most prestigious fashion stage.
The choice of Taylor is also significant. Coming off her acclaimed performance in “One Battle After Another,” she is an artist who portrays strength and resilience. Wearing the “stolen” Louvre jewels transforms her from a celebrity attendee into a symbol of reclaiming what was lost, a powerful metaphor that resonates far beyond the runway.
The Schiaparelli Show: A Star-Studded Affair
Taylor was just one of several celebrities spotted on the steps of the Petit Palais venue, entering the Schiaparelli show. Demi Moore was also pictured in a brash animal-print look with a small decorative hat. Jodie Turner-Smith opted for a (comparatively) simple ensemble. The actress wore a black gown with gold-lined cutouts, completing the look with statement earrings of the same hue, and a black fur shawl.
The star power extended beyond Schiaparelli. At the Christian Dior show, Rihanna made a dazzling appearance, while Pharrell Williams, now a designer for the brand, also attended. Other notable faces included actress Greta Lee and billionaire Jeff Bezos, cementing Paris Haute Couture Week as an event where fashion, film, and finance converge.
For fans of Teyana Taylor, this look is a masterclass in using fashion to tell a story. It’s a continuation of her history of making memorable red carpet moments, but this time, the narrative is bigger than any single film or album. It’s a global story of art, crime, and the enduring power of couture to comment on the world around it.
As the fashion world continues to buzz about the collections, one thing is certain: Teyana Taylor’s appearance at Schiaparelli will be remembered as the moment high fashion directly confronted a real-world event, creating a cultural moment that is as thought-provoking as it is breathtaking.
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