Iris Van Herpen unveils living couture dress of bioluminescent algae in Paris
Iris Van Herpen's "Sympoiesis" at Paris Couture Week showcased gowns from alternative fibers, including a "living dress" with bioluminescent algae. She also presented wedding gowns made from lab-grown bio-protein. Van Herpen, an independent designer favored by celebrities, thrives outside fashion conglomerates by focusing on originality and sustainability. Her boundary-pushing work questions the future of fashion and its relationship with nature.
