All the usual stars made their way to the Louvre today for Louis Vuitton’s fall 2026 show, including Zendaya, Lisa, and Felix. But one new attendee stole the spotlight: Olympic champion Alysa Liu.

While Liu is known for sparkling, crystal-covered dresses on the ice, her Vuitton look—a brown denim jacket and matching mid-rise jeans—was much more like her everyday style. (Still, with her signature striped hair and smiley face piercing, she was impossible to miss.)

The outfit was pure Vuitton: her jacket, worn open over a simple white crewneck tee, had a breast pocket with the brand’s iconic LV monogram. She also carried a matching monogram shoulder bag like a clutch.

In her post-Olympics Teen Vogue cover story, Liu shared that she wasn’t worried about what would have happened if she hadn’t won gold in Milan. “I would’ve been loving life outside of skating just as much,” she said. “But yeah, I’m really happy with how my life is right now.”

We agree: Alysa Liu has turned her fashion week debut into one incredible victory lap.

Frequently Asked Questions
Of course Here is a list of FAQs about Alysa Lius decision to attend Paris Fashion Week instead of the MilanoCortina 2026 Winter Olympics

General Beginner Questions

1 Who is Alysa Liu
Alysa Liu is a retired American figure skater She is a twotime US National Champion and was a member of the 2022 US Olympic team finishing 7th in Beijing

2 What does swapping the Games for Fashion Week mean
It means she has chosen to attend Paris Fashion Week as a guest or participant in September 2024 rather than attempting to train for and compete in the 2026 Winter Olympics in MilanoCortina Italy

3 Is she officially retired
Yes Alysa Liu announced her retirement from competitive figure skating in April 2023 This decision confirms she is not planning a comeback for the 2026 Olympics

4 Why is this news
Its notable because elite athletes especially young Olympians are often expected to pursue multiple Olympic cycles Her choice to fully embrace a new chapter in fashion rather than return to sport highlights a shift in priorities that interests both sports and lifestyle media

Advanced Motivational Questions

5 What are the likely reasons behind her choice
Key factors likely include
Retirement Commitment She has moved on from the intense physical and mental demands of elite training
New Passions She has expressed strong interest in the fashion industry
Personal Growth Pursuing opportunities outside of skating allows for a different kind of personal and professional development
Timing Fashion Week is a major industry event that offers networking and experience she values for her postskating career

6 Is she pursuing a career in fashion now
While not officially stated as a new career attending Paris Fashion Week is a significant step into that world It suggests she is exploring opportunities as a model influencer designer or industry professional

7 Could she still change her mind and skate in 2026
Technically yes as the qualifying events are still far off However her actions strongly indicate that a competitive comeback is not her intention