Fall 2026 Couture Awards: Dangerous Shoes, Hat Wars, and Wedding Dresses (Full Episode)

Veteran fashion journalist Dana Thomas returns for Fall 2026 Couture Awards! We talk about the Hat Wars at Dior, the wildest shoes, and the Chanel chicken bag that seems like it can't carry more than a Xanax. Plus, the best and worst unwearable looks, and more. CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction 03:18 What "couture" actually means 08:08 Award: Most Viral Front Row Celebrity 10:49 Award: Best Front Row Celebrity 13:37 Award: Best Couture Handiwork 16:58 Award: Best Shoes 20:18 Award: Best Bags 24:18 Award: Weirdest Accessories 25:28 Award: Most Saint Laurent 31:27 Award: Most Over-the-Top Look 34:01 Award: Best Totally Unwearable Look 37:10 Award: Most Awkward Totally Unwearable Look 40:06 Award: Best Wearable Look 44:43 Award: Best Overall