It is my understanding that these are not meant to be displays of fashion one would ever actually wear, but rather a designers art showcase. Like a living, moving, version of a painter’s latest gallery exhibit.
That being said the crowds tend to lean more towards the elite consumerati, and no doubt many of them are there for status.
I gotta say though, this execution was impressive. Especially the one near the end that appears as if the gown is floating a few feet in front of the model.
