Couture design is based on structure and shape and impeccable construction of a garment. Haute Couture designers give full expression and theatrical emphasis to their collections.

At the associated fashion shows, Designers create a platform where they give free reign to their ability, to collaborate contrasting and sometimes contradictory colours, textures, and fabrics. Their vision and expertise combines to bring an integrated flow that results in a collection of high fashion garments.

Versace, Armani, and Dior in particular had varied backrounds and aspirations from architectural to medicine, before fashion, and John Galliano brings notable theatrical influence to his work.

Evening Dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior.
Silk Satin embroidered with metal and silk thread.
Paris 2004/5 Autumn/ Winter.
By courtesy of Christian Dior.