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These Haute Couture Statement Dresses Are The Stuff That Dreams Are Made Of

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by Alison Syrett
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You can count on every fashion week for some major gown inspiration. But the Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2022 dresses ahead — all worthy of a red carpet moment — are in a league of their own. Keep clicking for the designs TZR can’t stop talking about.courtesy of Chanel
This dazzling Dior number is the Old Hollywood-meets-Ren Faire mash-up the world didn’t know it needed. courtesy of Dior
From a floaty, diaphanous fit to a soft mauve color, there’s lots to love about this Dior design. But its best feature just may be how amazing it looks with flats.courtesy of Dior
If this pleated tulle Chanel confection doesn’t make you want to try out a dramatic hair bow, nothing will.courtesy of Chanel
Not a fan of princess dresses? Put this utilitarian-chic Chanel creation on your mood board.courtesy of Chanel
Can’t you just picture this decadent Schiaparelli look on Julia Roberts in a ‘90s romcom?courtesy of Schiaparelli
You heard it here first: black tie attire nipple pasties are coming for the fall party circuit.courtesy of Schiaparelli
Giambattista Valli’s deft combination of electric green and a super voluminous skirt is so striking and special.courtesy of Giambattista Valli
This slinky, sparkly flapper-esque silhouette from Giambattista Valli is somehow worthy of both Daisy Buchanan and Lizzo.courtesy of Giambattista Valli
For those in need of a mood boast, this sleek velvet Alexandre Vauthier gown comes with a literal silver lining — and spangled boots to match.courtesy of Alexandre Vauthier
Alexandre Vauthier’s elegant beige slip with fluffy marabou trim is just the thing for minimalists who want to give maximalism a try.courtesy of Alexandre Vauthier
It took a lot to stand out against the cinematic, Southern Gothic-inspired backdrop at Maison Margiela. But this frothy pink masterpiece was up to the job.courtesy of Maison Margiela
Tulle, patchwork, and eyelet? The contrasting textures in this dramatic Maison Margiela look are dazzling.courtesy Maison Margiela