Schiaparelli, the avant-garde fashion house founded in 1927 by Elsa Schiaparelli, has made an impressive return to the spotlight. Today it is becoming one most sought-after brands for fashion icons around the world, and many celebrity fashionistas over 50 embrace Schiaparelli. Known for blending surrealism, couture and bold artistic vision, Schiaparelli was once Coco Chanel’s biggest rival. Elsa’s designs—ranging from skeleton dresses to whimsical eye motifs—redefined fashion boundaries, making her brand synonymous with wearable art. But, after shuttering its clothing collections in 1954, the house lay dormant for decades, only to be revived and reimagined for modern times.
Under the creative direction of Daniel Roseberry, who took the helm in 2019, Schiaparelli has been reborn. Roseberry tapped into the brand’s surrealist heritage while adding his own contemporary flair through astrology motifs, sculptural silhouettes, and controversial animal-head dresses, which capture the imagination of a new generation. Stars like Lady Gaga, Kim Kardashian and Doja Cat have flocked to the brand to make unforgettable red carpet statements.
Celebrity Fashionistas Over 50 Embrace Schiaparelli
But it’s not just the younger stars embracing the brand. Celebrities over 50 have also been drawn to Schiaparelli’s bold designs, finding in the brand a perfect blend of elegance and artistic expression.
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Schiaparelli’s designs resonate deeply with older celebrities because the brand’s surreal, sculptural creations allow them to express sophistication without compromising individuality. Celebs over 50 are usually more comfortable in their personal style and appreciate Schiaparelli’s ability to mix couture craftsmanship with avant-garde aesthetics. The theatrical elements align with stars who aren’t afraid to make a statement, while the legacy of the brand appeals to those who value timeless fashion with a modern twist.
Icons like Michelle Obama and Helen Mirren gravitate toward Schiaparelli because the brand offers a way to stand out while maintaining poise and elegance. With age comes confidence, and Schiaparelli’s fearless designs reflect that same sense of self-assuredness. Whether it’s Celine Dion’s astrological couture pieces or Tilda Swinton’s bold sculptural looks, these stars prove that fashion has no age limit—especially when it comes to donning wearable art.
While younger celebrities like Kylie Jenner sparked social media buzz, it’s the older stars—those who have honed their style over the years—that give the brand its lasting allure. Let’s explore some of the most memorable Schiaparelli looks from celebrities over 50 this year, proving that great style truly gets better with age.
5 Celebrities Over 50 Wearing Schiaparelli
Actress Sarah Paulson is known for wearing Prada, but apparently she’s also a Schiaparelli fan. And she looks quite good in the brand. At the Toronto Film Festival in September, she wore this navy Schiaparelli Fall 2024 Haute Couture suit, with a showstopping jacket embroidered with trompe l’oeil feathers and grey pearls. We’re all going to remember this number, and this fashionista’s bold elegance. (Note: Sarah is not 50 yet, but she will be in December.)
Naomi Watts is always age appropriate in the best way, with looks that are trendy, minimalistic, feminine and sophisticated all wrapped up into one. And then there are those unique moments where she goes just a little more edgy. The actress chose a Schiaparelli look for one such occasion, donning an outfit that featured a sheer mesh corset with a balloon shaped velvet skirt that almost looked like buttery leather. Even Naomi Watts will swap understated for ultra-glam when it comes to having the chance to wear Schiaparelli.
Emily in Paris star Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu has worn her fair share of Schiaparelli, including being photographed in the French label’s sculpted haute couture look for the show’s Season 4 Part 1 premiere at The Egyptian Theatre Hollywood back in August. She also wore a Schiaparelli ready-to-wear look for an appearance on Good Morning America. Recently, the French actress was seen wearing a ladylike Schiaparelli fit and flare shirt dress with accents that included a defined sweetheart décolletage and the markings of a corset underneath.
Nicole Kidman is a perfect example of the sculpted genius that is a Schiaparelli design. Earlier this year, she wore a Schiaparelli V-neck organza, flesh-colored corset bustier with black sequins and fringe and a black velvet skirt to the Venice International Film Festival. It is truly a structured work of art from every angle.
Taraji P. Henson wore Schiaparelli to the 2024 Glamour Women of the Year Awards. In a look that combined glamour and edge, the actress caught our attention. She wore a cropped black velvet top complete with caped panels that grazed the floor, and a velvet pencil skirt held up by a gold chain. Not sure if you would want to try this one at home, but Taraji certainly struck a nerve, in the best possible way.
Which Schiaparelli look did you like best?
–Simona Shemer
Photos: Vogue, Red Carpet Fashion Awards, Fashionista
You may like to read more of Simona’s celebrity style posts like How The Celebrities Wear Elegant Parisian Fashion and Celebrities at Fashion Week Spring 2025: New York, London, Paris and Milan.
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