Paris Fashion Week S/S 2017: Diane Kruger, Hailee Steinfeld, Lily Collins & More Serve Iconic Shoe and Style Moments

Paris Fashion Week has always been a magnet for star power, and the Spring/Summer 2017 shows back in October 2016 were no exception.

Many years later, the standout celebrity looks from that season still serve as unforgettable reminders of how Hollywood and high fashion collided on the streets of Paris.

The City of Light transformed into a glamorous stage where Hollywood and fashion’s elite collided, turning front rows and cobblestone streets into runways of their own. From romantic lace to bold bursts of Valentino red, these celebrity appearances still stand out as some of the most memorable style moments of that season.

Diane Kruger Stuns in Elie Saab Lace & Leather at Paris Fashion Week

The Disorder actress is no stranger to Paris Fashion Week, often spotted front row and effortlessly channeling high-fashion elegance.

Standing at 5ft 5½ (166.4 cm) and wearing a US shoe size 8.5, Diane Kruger knows how to play with proportions and statement footwear to enhance her frame.

For this outing, she slipped into an Elie Saab Fall 2016 lace mini dress, toughened up with an embellished leather jacket and finished with daring strappy sandals layered over black socks—a bold styling choice that only Diane could pull off with such poise.

Diane Kruger wears an embellished leather jacket with a lace mini dress, styled with black stiletto heels featuring buckled straps and worn over black socks, outside the Elie Saab show during Paris Fashion Week Spring Summer 2017 at the Tuileries garden, on October 1, 2016, in Paris, France (Credit: WENN)

Hailee Steinfeld Makes a Bold Statement in Valentino Red

We can always count on Hailee Steinfeld to deliver an impeccable look, and Paris Fashion Week was no exception. At just 19, she turned heads at the Valentino show in a striking red long-sleeved dress, perfectly matched with bold red pumps.

Standing at 5ft 6¼ (168.3 cm) and wearing a US shoe size 10, Hailee’s statuesque frame gives her the presence to carry off dramatic silhouettes and statement footwear with ease—making this monochromatic Valentino moment all the more unforgettable.

Actress Hailee Steinfeld looked stunning in a rich red Valentino dress featuring a delicate Peter Pan collar, fitted long sleeves, and a pleated, mid-length skirt, perfectly matched with bold red pumps at the Valentino show as part of the Paris Fashion Week Womenswear Spring/Summer 2017 on October 2, 2016, in Paris, France

Lily Collins Glows in White Valentino & Louboutin So Kate Heels

Lily Collins, the English-American actress, may be petite at 5ft 4 (162.6 cm) with a US shoe size 7.5, but she consistently commands attention with her refined style.

At 27, the To the Bone star once again secured first dibs on runway fashion, proving that her timeless elegance makes her a natural fit for Valentino’s front row.

Lily Collins gracefully slipped her slender frame into a white minidress featuring a Bardot neckline and lace cap sleeves, perfectly complemented by a pair of iconic Christian Louboutin “So Kate” pumps with their signature red lacquered soles

She stunned in a white off-the-shoulder mini dress from Valentino’s S/S 2017 collection, perfectly complemented by a pair of Christian Louboutin “So Kate” pumps in matching white.

First launched in 2013 as a sleeker update to the original “Kate” stiletto (introduced in 2012 and named after supermodel Kate Moss), the So Kate quickly became one of Louboutin’s most iconic silhouettes. Defined by its soaring 120 mm (4.7-inch) stiletto heel, sharply pointed toe, and low-cut vamp that elongates the legs, the design embodies pure Parisian glamour.

Finished with Louboutin’s signature red lacquered sole, the So Kate remains a timeless staple on red carpets and runways alike.

Lily Collins’ lustrous brunette tresses were expertly gathered into an updo, completing her chic and sophisticated appearance at the Valentino show as part of the Paris Fashion Week Womenswear Spring/Summer 2017 on October 2, 2016, in Paris, France

Ludivine Sagnier Charms in a Pastel Sheer Valentino Dress

Petite yet powerful on the red carpet, Ludivine Sagnier stands at 5ft 3 (160 cm) and wears a US shoe size 6. The French actress and model was every inch the Parisian muse at Fashion Week.

She captivated in a delicate Valentino sheer dress, its pastel palette softening the bold silhouette and proving that understated elegance can be just as head-turning as dramatic couture.

Ludivine Sagnier, the French actress and model, captivated the crowd at Paris Fashion Week in a breathtaking Valentino sheer dress and ankle-strap pumps at the Valentino show as part of the Paris Fashion Week Womenswear Spring/Summer 2017 on October 2, 2016, in Paris, France

Dakota Fanning Dazzles in Sheer Lace Valentino

Dakota Fanning donned a lace dress that struck the perfect balance between sexy and sophisticated, all while paired with sleek black undergarments and classic black stiletto sandals at the Valentino show

The Effie Gray actress braved Paris Fashion Week in a daring sheer lace dress that struck the perfect balance between sultry and sophisticated.

Standing at 5ft 4 (162.6 cm)—though she’s sometimes listed as 5ft 5 (165.1 cm)—Dakota knows how to use heels to elongate her frame.

With a US shoe size 7, she often gravitates toward timeless designs from Christian Louboutin and Jimmy Choo, making her lace-and-heels pairing at the Valentino show a natural extension of her chic, grown-up style.

Dakota Fanning’s midi-length lace dress artfully revealed a black bra and high-waisted underwear underneath at the Valentino show as part of the Paris Fashion Week Womenswear Spring/Summer 2017 on October 2, 2016, in Paris, France

What do you think of these celebrity sightings? Do you like seeing what celebrities wear to fashion week?

As these throwback looks show, Paris Fashion Week isn’t just about the runway—it’s a citywide showcase of bold heels, statement gowns, and unforgettable celebrity style. To keep the inspiration going, here are a few more standout moments from October 2016 that prove why the streets of Paris remain fashion’s most glamorous stage.