In brief
Instead of sulking away after being denied a Dior invite, fashion critic Elias Medini organized an epic watch party that turned into a viral event in Paris.
In a twist on the usual glitzy fashion shows, fashion critic Elias Medini, known as Lyas, hosted an unconventional watch party at Le Saint Denis bar in Paris after not receiving an invite to Jonathan Anderson’s Dior debut. Medini's invitation spread like wildfire on social media, encouraging locals to come together, sip drinks, and celebrate couture in a laid-back atmosphere. While high-profile attendees gathered in silence at the historic Les Invalides, a lively crowd of nearly 300 fans erupted with cheers, laughter, and real-time reactions to the runway looks. Medini, who brought his own TV and arranged seating for the unexpected turnout, emphasized the genuine engagement from “real people” compared to the reserved reactions often seen in the fashion elite.
