STATEMENT fashion is about stepping out of your comfort zone, but fashion fans believe it's possible to take it too far. Critics were shocked at Schiaparelli's Fall 2024 RTW show in Paris, where the designer debuted literal hair ties — neckties made of hair. The models sported classy workwear, dressed in menswear-inspired suits.
While nearly every aspect of the suits was on par with traditional menswear, from the lofty shoulders to slouchy pants and loafers, an accessory stood out. Each model wore a thick chunk of braided hair instead of a necktie. One model sported a platinum blonde necktie, which stood out against her denim suit.
According to the brand , the neckties "paid homage to the surrealist element of hair inspired by Pippa Garner, Mimi Parent, and by Meret Oppenheim’s iconic fur bracelet for Elsa Schiaparelli." Much like the models on the runway, Selma Blair drew criticism when she stepped out in the accessory during Paris Fashion Week on Monday. The blonde sported a matching platinum blonde hair tie paired with a crisp white shirt, beige suit jacket, matching pants, and a dark brown belt.
Some fashion fans said they couldn't wrap their head around the trend. "This looks like something a serial killer would enjoy," said one Redditor. "That American Psycho drip right there," agreed another.
"It looks like they killed a dwarf and are wearing the beard as a trophy," said a third. A few were more concerned about the inevitable garment care. "When they need cleaning,.