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In Paris, the Outlandish and the Quotidian

Couture week delivered a dizzying mix of the surreal and clothes actually meant to be worn by clients, writes Angelo Flaccavento.
A model walks the runway for Viktor & Rolf's Haute Couture Spring/Summer 2023 show.
A model walks the runway for Viktor & Rolf's Haute Couture Spring/Summer 2023 show. (Getty Images)

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