It’s officially Day 1 at Men’s Paris Fashion Week and the front row action is, for lack of a journalistic way to put it, all sorts of goals, chef kiss… impeccable. Connor Storrie, star of the 2025 streaming queer sensation Heated Rivalry, is among the men heating up the front row—and no, that’s not a pun because today is the hottest day in France since 1947, we don’t joke about the climate crisis.
Rather, Storrie genuinely brought the risqué factor to the Saint Laurent Spring 2027 show, dressed in a translucent, liquid-effect coat and patent leather (latex-resembling) boots that had onlookers holding their breath upon his arrival at the Bourse de Commerce.
The New Boot Sensation of 2026
Whether he is stepping out for a red carpet or a casual off-duty errand, the internet has learned to anticipate Connor Storrie’s A-plus styling moments. His latest appearance at the Saint Laurent Men’s show in Paris was no different.
The actor lived up to the expectations on his return to the Parisian front rows. And though the French national meteorological service warned citizens of high temperatures, Storrie braved the weather dressed in a sensual but masculine latex look.
Taken straight from the Saint Laurent Men’s Winter 2026 collection, the outfit featured a translucent raincoat layered atop a black tank top and matching tailored shorts. Accessorizing the ensemble were a pair of skinny shield sunglasses, a cravat and Storrie’s short-cropped hair, styled with a subtle shine finish.
If you think it couldn’t possibly get better. It did. Rounding out the look were a pair of faux-latex knee boots, as seen on the brand’s January runway. Yes, the ones press dubbed the “kinkiest,” “Berghain BDSM session-ready” footwear at Paris Fashion Week last season. Or, as those who witnessed the Saint Laurent high boots craze of 2025 like to put it, the Alexander Skarsgård boot 2.0.
And who better to debut these statement boots at Fashion Week than Ilya Rozanov himself?
A Style Icon in the Making
Since he stepped into the pop culture scene as one half of the hottest queer fictional ship, Connor Storrie has become one to watch on and off the screen. Thanks to his performance in the role of Heated Rivalry’s Ilya Rozanov, Storrie has claimed a spot among the “internet boyfriends” dictating trends and shaping the cultural zeitgeist. The actor’s quick-expanding portfolio spans it all, from live comedy shows and ads to film direction and fashion ambassadorships.
In the fashion realm, particularly, Storrie has cemented a place as a budding style icon through a recognizable wardrobe, crafted alongside stylist James Yardley. The star’s all-embracing lookbook has prominently featured sleek fits by Saint Laurent, which reportedly tapped Storrie as a brand ambassador at the beginning of the year. (No formal announcements were made, but various fashion outlets including WWD and GQ reported the association.)
In addition to his partnership with Saint Laurent, Storrie also flaunts a growing friendship with US jeweler Tiffany & Co., which he has successfully represented through various public appearances, including the launch of the Blue Book high jewelry collection and the Met Gala. In fact, the actor made headlines at both events as one of the top-performing celebrity voices in terms of Media Impact Value (MIV).
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According to Launchmetrics, Storrie was responsible for the best-performing placement (social media posts, articles, blog entries, etc.) at the Tiffany & Co. Blue Book unveiling, generating $811k in Media Impact Value in just 48 hours. Meanwhile, at the Met Gala, Storrie accrued $3.6 million in MIV for his use of Tiffany & Co. jewelry alone. The star’s Saint Laurent ensemble, which channeled Greek art, on the other hand, generated $14 million through combined direct MIV and echo mentions.
Proving his current standing in the fashion pyramid, the Heated Rivalry beau ultimately stood out as the top Media Impact Value male earner at the Met Gala.
Who’s doing it like him?
