Mixed reviews for the latest offering from Balmain's Olivier RousteingAt the Paris Fashion Week
Balmain supremo, "Olivier Rousteing has done some marvelous things. Not least, dressing Cher head-to-toe in his monochrome diamond print, but also carrying on the uber luxe vibe of the brand with aplomb."
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Olivier Rousteing poses with his Balmain army backstage, which includes Kendall Jenner, Alessandra Ambrosio, Rosie Huntington Whiteley, Cindy Bruna, Joan Smalls and Karlie Kloss
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Olivier Rousteing walks onto the stage to loud cheers as his models exit the presentation at Paris Fashion Week
Olivier Rousteing walks onto the stage to loud cheers as his models exit the presentation at Paris Fashion Week
It was the most hotly-anticipated show of Paris Fashion Week and, once again, the Balmain presentation didn't disappoint.
The luxury French brand's creative director, Olivier Rousteing, got a host of his A-list pals to model his autumn/winter 2016 designs, including Kendall Jenner, Gigi Hadid, Karlie Kloss, Jourdan Dunn, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Lily Donaldson, Joan Smalls and Lindsey Wixson.
However, despite the star-studded line-up, the girls failed to crack a smile and looked rather miserable as they flaunted the unseasonally colourful wares.
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Kendall and Gigi after the Paris show.
Kendall rocked what appeared to be a blonde wig complete with roots, which was similar to the one recently worn by sister Kim Kardashian.
The 20-year-old reality star suffered an embarrassing wardrobe mishap as her nipples were clearly visible through her striped grey figure-hugging top.
The flamboyant outfit featured a feathered bodice, floor-sweeping cape and over-the-knee pastel hued boots.
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Behind the scenes: A blonde Kendall Jenner maintained her sultry composure backstage in a black corseted minidress
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Kendall Jenner sported dirty blonde coloured tresses, pictured left, while Jourdan Dunn, right, kept her natural hair colour
Meanwhile, her best friend Gigi, also 20, transformed with long curled brunette hair, rather than her usual blonde, which also appeared to be a wig.
She strutted in front of the celebrity-packed crowd, which included Kris Jenner, Kanye West, Kate Hudson's ex Matt Bellamy, Kelly Rowland, Olivia Palermo and fashion blogger Chiara Ferragni in a high-necked dark lilac bodice, suede thigh-high boots in camel and a dramatic cape, complete with shoulder pads.
London-born stunner Jourdan Dunn kept her natural hair colour and dazzled in a blush pink mini dress complete with a metallic gold belt and super-high boots. The 25-year-old mother-of-one kept her make-up simple, helping to showcase her natural beauty.
Former Victoria's Secret model Karlie Kloss sported one of the most jaw-dropping looks of the season. The 23-year-old businesswoman donned a cleavage-boosting corset, sheer lace trousers that had frill detailing down the sides and a satin cape. Adding even more interest to her unusual get-up, she had a large plastic choker tied around her neck.
Photo: WWD/REX/ShutterstockReady to go: Lindsey Wixson is attended to by a stylist, while wearing a pink pannier-style skirt and tassle-adorned top
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Pink's not just for spring! Models stormed the runway in the summery hue complete with camel coloured accessories
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The audience had to do a double take when Kendall Jenner, pictured left, and Gigi Hadid, right, stepped onto the catwalk
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The colour palette for autumn/winter 2016 featured candyfloss pinks, metallic blue, classic black, muted grey and iridescent blue
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Rosie Huntington-Whiteley looked unrecognisable with dark brunette tresses as she modelled a high-necked top with gold embellishments
Rousteing is also just as popular behind the scenes as he is on the FROW, and his star-studded line-up is down to the fact that Karlie, Rosie, Gigi and Kendall are his friends.
The 25-year-old designer has something of a reputation for maxmimalism, not one to shy away from piling on the details with ruffles, pearls and fringing. This was evident in Gigi Hadid's floor-length gown that was dripping in pearls, and Kendall Jenner's laced-up fur corset.
While the collection received a rousing review from the FROW, it had a mix reception from the fashion press.
Style commentator Simon Glazin told FEMAIL: 'Since taking over the House of Balmain in 2011, Olivier Rousteing has done some marvelous things. Not least, dressing Cher head-to-toe in his monochrome diamond print, but also carrying on the uber luxe vibe of the brand with aplomb.
'The problem now though, is where does he go from here?
'Unfortunately, the most remarkable thing to happen in this latest show is that Kendall wore blonde hair, and Gigi went brunette. The clothes came second.
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Cut-away shoulder detailing, metallic waist belts, sheer lace and a muted colour palette were key themes throughout the show
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Jourdann Dunn, 25, walked the runway in a dramatic rose-pink jacket with shoulder pads and a tight corset
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Victoria's Secret AngelSara Sampaio, Right and Left, and Topshop muse Binx Walton, Top, modelled ornate black and gold garments
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A brunette Gigi Hadid, dressed in a jewel and pearl-adorned top, looks solemn at the end of the Balmain showcase
Photo: WWD/REX/ShutterstockPhotoModels stormed the catwalk in elaborate fringed frocks, ruffled blouses, fur-adorned mini skirts and nude accessories
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Ready to go: Models pose backstage ahead of the show. Rousteing's fans on Twitter heaped praised on his new collection
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Matt Bellamy, Kris Jenner, Kanye West and Virgil Abloh were given the best seats in the house for the Balmain showcase
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Destiny's Child singer Kelly Rowland, pictured left, and Muse frontman Matt Bellamy and his girlfriend Elle Evans, right
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