Lily Collins is making it crystal clear that the Emily in Paris press tour is not here to play it safe. After delivering polished, high-fashion moments in Venice, the actress took things several steps further upon arriving in Paris on December 14 — and instantly became the center of attention.
Collins stepped off an overnight luxury train into the French capital wearing an oversized chocolate-brown coat that did most of the visual heavy lifting. The twist? Beneath the sweeping outerwear, she appeared to be wearing little more than a delicate lace lingerie set in a soft peach tone. The coat was worn open, intentionally framing the look and transforming a travel arrival into a full-blown fashion statement.
She completed the daring ensemble with sheer stockings and towering heels, proving that even disembarking from a train can feel runway-ready when styled with intention. An off-white clutch added contrast, while her newly debuted ultra-short microbob — her boldest haircut yet — sharpened the entire look and signaled a fresh era.
The moment was a stark contrast to her travel outfit from the day before. Ahead of the Paris stop, Collins shared an Instagram post teasing her arrival, dressed in a sleek black skirt suit with a dramatic open-back design — elegant, controlled, and quietly provocative. Together, the two looks felt like a deliberate fashion narrative: classic refinement followed by unapologetic boldness.
The actress has been steadily raising the stakes throughout the season 5 press tour. In Venice, she turned heads in a sculptural pearlescent Schiaparelli gown, followed by a sheer black lace creation by Alessandra Rich. Each appearance has leaned further into risk, texture, and drama — a clear signal that Collins is fully embracing fashion as performance.
With Emily in Paris season 5 set to premiere on Netflix on December 18, Collins’ real-life wardrobe is echoing the show’s signature mix of fantasy, confidence, and excess. And if this Paris arrival is any indication, she’s only getting started.
