Models' Backstage Reading Picks for Fall 2026 Couture Season
During the Fall 2026 couture season, models shared their backstage reading choices, revealing a diverse range of genres from classics to fantasy. Victoria Fawole read The Diary of Anaïs Nin at Schiaparelli, finding inspiration in Nin's reflections. Sam Saba, who opened and closed Armani Privé, embraced classics. Luiza Perote read a fantasy series at Standing Ground. Awar Odhiang checked off a modern must-read at Chanel's Grand Palais show. Other models recommended books like Nightwood by Djuna Barnes, Art Work by Sally Mann, and Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros. The selections highlight how reading provides a quiet escape amid the hectic pace of fashion week.
Key facts
- Models read backstage during Fall 2026 couture season
- Victoria Fawole read The Diary of Anaïs Nin at Schiaparelli
- Sam Saba opened and closed Armani Privé
- Luiza Perote read a fantasy series at Standing Ground
- Awar Odhiang read at Chanel show in Grand Palais
- Books included Nightwood, Art Work, Iron Flame
- Reading offers models a quiet moment away from pace
- Genres ranged from classics to fantasy
Entities
Artists
- Victoria Fawole
- Sam Saba
- Luiza Perote
- Awar Odhiang
- Anaïs Nin
- Djuna Barnes
- Sally Mann
- Rebecca Yarros
Institutions
- Schiaparelli
- Armani Privé
- Standing Ground
- Chanel
- Grand Palais
- Vogue
Locations
- Paris
- France