Hell or high water did not hinder Paris' haute couture shows from happening this week, and hallelujah for that! The fashion crew turned up, both IRL and virtually, mainly suited in lock-down staples--i.e., running sneakers, cozy knits, and, of course, masks. But also spotted were also some new stylish must-have's, indicative of a refreshingly different, unhampered future. Among the novelties: lushly textured, slightly over-sized, candy-colored jackets that go uptown and downtown and back (thank you, Chanel, but also think this and this), go-big-or-go-home sequins (I might try this or this!), bright bags (hel-lo Hereu, Reike Nen and Gucci), bold, retro prints (yes and yes, please), and extra crisp, slightly baggy blue jeans (Slvrlake, Reformation and Khaite). Ready for all this new, new, new!