Just ahead of the Elie ... the essence of a blooming spring. Then, in perhaps the most exciting and unexpected turn, deep blue denim was elevated with a bejeweled touch distinct to Saab couture.

PARIS — The sounds of spring, with babbling brooks and birdsong, set a serene yet surreal tone Wednesday as Elie Saab unveiled his latest couture collection inside the soaring Palais de Tokyo in ...