Digital perfection

Models present creations by Yuima Nakazato during the 2017-18 fall/winter haute couture collection in Paris.[Photo/Agencies]

Aesthetically his digital creations had a long way to go to reach the crafted perfection of classic haute couture, he admits, which must be made by hand.

"But this is a long-term project, and we hope you enjoy watching the evolution each season. It is part of the journey," he adds.

Retro 1950s fashion has been a major theme on the Paris haute couture catwalk this week.

French designer Jean Paul Gaultier put his own maverick twist on the trend with an Irish Aran sweater minidress in his collection which mixed ski resort chic with veils, glamorous Indian saris and nose chains.

Valentino's Pierpaolo Piccioli preferred to embrace the 1970s for his bold and beautiful collection that came shrouded in handsome capes and kimono coats.