Paris once again became the epicenter of fashion and celebrity glamour as Celine unveiled its Summer 2026 ready-to-wear collection. Amid the glittering front row, one figure stood out effortlessly — BTS’ V, whose quiet charm and commanding presence turned heads long before the runway lights came up.
As a global ambassador for Celine since 2022, V has become a fixture at the brand’s most anticipated shows. This season, he embodied Hedi Slimane’s vision of sleek sophistication, donning a long brown coat layered over a crisp blue shirt and a bold leopard-print tie — a look that balanced elegance with a hint of rebellion. His polished yet relaxed demeanor perfectly captured the essence of Celine’s modern masculinity.
The event drew a constellation of A-list guests, from Hollywood stars to fashion icons, but it was V’s graceful gestures that became the evening’s most talked-about highlight. In one now-viral moment, cameras caught him gently fixing actress Uma Thurman’s hair after a gust of wind blew it astray. The spontaneous act — both gallant and unassuming — spread across social media within hours, with fans praising his warmth and natural courtesy. “He’s such a gentleman,” one admirer wrote. “Even in a room full of stars, he shines differently.”
Beyond the flashbulbs and front-row glamour, V continued to enchant fans with a new series of photographs released shortly after the show. Shot in Paris, the images showcased what the Korea Times described as his “dual charms of innocence and decadence.” In one photo, he exudes boyish freshness in a tailored coat and light blue shirt; in another, he leans into a darker allure in a leopard-print top, sunglasses, and confident gaze. Together, the images tell a story of an artist who can seamlessly shift between vulnerability and sophistication — much like his music and persona.
V’s evolving style has become an extension of his artistry. Whether on stage or at a fashion show, he approaches each appearance as a form of expression, merging music, mood, and design into one effortless performance. His presence at Celine’s Summer 2026 presentation reaffirmed his status not just as a global pop icon, but as one of the few who can blur the lines between celebrity and muse.
In Paris, amid the chaos of flashing cameras and couture spectacle, V reminded everyone that true style isn’t just about what you wear — it’s about how you carry the moment. And in every sense, he did so with quiet brilliance.
