Olandria Carthen Is a Walking Work of Art at Paris Fashion Week

Olandria Carthen made a striking entrance at Paris Haute Couture Week, attending the Rahul Mishra show as both a guest and runway model in a sculptural gold-sequin ensemble dubbed the “Golden Heart,” which transformed her presence into what the article described as “a walking work of art.” Her look — complete with gold accents on skin, slicked-back hair, and sharp stilettos — set the tone for her first French runway experience and emphasized her evolution from Love Island USA runner-up to a high-fashion muse. Olandria also reflected on her rapid rise in the fashion world, noting the importance of strategic management in handling brand opportunities and embracing major 2025 moments like the CFDA and VMAs as part of her growing glamorous public profile.