Couture, a thriving and essential aspect of the industry, brings together the best seamstresses with the most creative and innovative design talents to create the signature looks which perfectly encapsulate a designer or brand. Last month we were lucky enough to be invited as guests of couture e-tailer Modewalk.com to experience Paris Fashion Week and take in some of the best haute couture in the world. In the age of fast fashion, when a trend is shown on the catwalk and then trickles down to the masses at lightning speed, the intricate and custom nature of haute couture remains essential in driving creativity.