He named the show Pavillon des FoliesThe Crazy Pavillion.

But with Alessandro Michele, nothing is ever predictable.

Was it a metaphor for the past being shrouded to make way for new beginnings?

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Were ghosts of the past quietly drifting around?

Andrew Garfield

Carla Bruni-Sarkozy

Celebrities poured in, soaking up the intoxicating atmosphere.

Elton John

As the show began, all attention locked onto the catwalkthe audience’s focus was palpable.

Jared Leto and Hari Nef

Jared Leto and Hari Nef

Together with the rest of the audience, they applauded Micheles fabulous return to fashion.

Florence Welch

Harry Styles

Damiano David

Paolo Sorrentino

Jessica Pratt

Andrew Garfield

Andrew Garfield

Carla BruniSarkozy

Carla Bruni-Sarkozy

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Elton John

Colman Domingo Harry Styles Tyler Mitchell

Colman Domingo, Harry Styles, Tyler Mitchell

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Karen Elson

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Scarlett White

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Florence Welch

Harry Styles

Harry Styles

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Damiano David

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Paolo Sorrentino

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Jessica Pratt