Dakota Johnson chose a bold and eye-catching outfit at the Valentino Haute Couture show, leaning into the trend of wearing lingerie-inspired pieces as part of everyday fashion. Getty Images
Dakota Johnson made a striking appearance in Paris this week, showing that the no-pants fashion trend remains firmly in style in 2026. She attended the Valentino Haute Couture show during Paris Couture Week and drew attention with a carefully layered outfit that played with textures, colours, and illusion.
Johnson arrived at the show wearing a sheer leopard-print blouse with a deep neckline and a slim built-in scarf. She tucked the top into black lace underwear and paired it with sheer brown stockings decorated with floral lace details. The look created a bold balance between elegance and daring style.
Mixing Textures and Details
She completed the outfit with a flowing brown kimono-style top that featured soft gold specks and feather-trimmed cuffs. The layered pieces gave the look a light, floating feel while keeping it polished and deliberate.
Dakota Johnson made a notable appearance at the Valentino Haute Couture show, drawing attention as she arrived among other guests at the Paris fashion event. Getty Images
Johnson added black heels from Valentino, finished with the brand’s well-known silver stud accents. She carried a green Valentino Garavani DeVain clutch, adding a pop of colour to the mostly neutral outfit.
A Show Marked by Loss
The fashion show took place less than two weeks after the death of Valentino’s founder, Valentino Garavani, who passed away at 93. The news appeared on social media along with funeral details:
"The lying in state will be held at PM23 in Piazza Mignanelli 23 on Wednesday January 21st and Thursday January 22nd, from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm."
"The funeral will take place on Friday, January 23rd at the Basilica Santa Maria degli Angeli e dei Martiri, in Piazza della Repubblica 8 in Rome, at 11am."
The event carried a reflective tone as guests gathered to honour the designer’s lasting influence on global fashion.
A Theatrical Runway Experience
The show itself drew inspiration from the Kaiserpanorama, a historic viewing device from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Models moved through circular spaces while guests watched through small square openings, creating an intimate and unusual viewing experience.
Dakota completed her outfit by adding a fur coat, giving the look extra warmth and style. Getty Images
A Trend That Keeps Returning
Fashion watchers note that the no-pants trend has appeared regularly since the fall and winter shows of 2023. Brands like Miu Miu helped bring it back, and it later surfaced at the Met Gala with looks worn by Hailey Bieber, Sabrina Carpenter, and Cynthia Erivo.
Recent runway seasons continued to blur the line between underwear and outerwear, with designers such as Simone Rocha, Chanel, and Sarah Burton offering their own takes.
