Cardi B stunned at Paris Fashion Week on July 7, presenting at Schiaparelli’s Fall/Winter 2025-2026 Haute Couture presentation at the Petit Palais in a spectacular fringed black gown, but it was a live crow perched on her arm that stole the show.
Decoding Cardi B’s Schiaparelli look
Known for her theatrical flair, the American rapper immediately made waves with her lavish outfit created by Daniel Roseberry, creative director of Schiaparelli. The sculptural beaded neckpiece of the black fringed gown highlighted her neckline and flowed elegantly around her shoulders.
Cardi B brings a live crow to complete her look at the Schiaparelli fashion show in Paris.
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A live crow sitting on her gloved arm, however, was the eye-catching detail. Shrewdly fastened, the bird created a striking impression, encapsulating Schiaparelli’s distinctive fusion of high fashion, performance art, and drama.
The entire ensemble was quintessential Schiaparelli: sculptural, fantastical, and avant-garde, fusing surprising details that pique interest.
Her look complemented the Fall collection’s theme, which was based on Elsa Schiaparelli’s 1940 flight from Nazi-occupied Paris. The show’s striking black-and-white motif brought concepts of tension, reinvention, and surreal beauty to life.
Reaction of the Audience to Cardi B’s Dress
Online comments on Cardi’s dramatic appearance were divided, with some describing it as a daring take on front-row style.
Some complimented the appearance. “Cardi B, you fashion icon, you!” wrote one fan. “One of her best looks,” said another. “This woman lives in a different fashion universe— only Cardi could turn a crow into couture,” a third person added.
Others weren’t impressed. “Is it a fashion show or a zoo?” a user asked. “Crows are so dirty,” said another. She looks like a light and is in her typical state of disarray due to the fit.
