Virginie Viard a no-show at her last Chanel show
If the latest Chanel haute couture in the Palais Garnier on Tuesday felt like a funeral that’s because it was. The house’s departing couturier Virginie Viard was not even in …
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As Chanel Seeks Successor to Virginie Viard, It Has the Luxury of Time
PARIS — Chanel’s surprise news that it is parting ways with artistic director Virginie Viard signals a period of transition as the French house navigates a slowdown in global luxury …
Celine is Bringing the Mediterranean Sun to Selfridges Corner Shop
LONDON — Hedi Slimane’s Plein Soleil capsule collection for Celine is taking another trip around London this summer. The French luxury brand is taking over Selfridges Corner Shop space from …
Celine, Hedi Slimane heads to the Mojave Desert for Men Winter 2024 video display
Amid rumors that his days at Celine may be numbered, the house’s creative director Hedi Slimane headed to the Mojave Desert in the video show of the Winter 2024 collection. Celine …
Chanel’s Bruno Pavlovsky on Marseille, La Galerie du 19M, a tricky market and why Virginie Viard is staying at the house
Few executives have had a busier week that Bruno Pavlovsky, President of Fashion and Accessories at Chanel, which staged two rooftop cruise shows in Marseille on Thursday. Bruno Pavlovsky – …
Chanel Steps Out of Its Comfort Zone With Rooftop Show in Marseille
“I like the mistral,” Virginie Viard said during a fitting the day before the Chanel cruise show in Marseille. The designer was referring to the powerful wind that blows all …
Ewan McGregor’s Daughter Esther-Rose Fronts Celine Fragrance Campaign
YOUNG AT HEART: Esther-Rose McGregor, daughter of actor Ewan McGregor, is the face of Celine‘s latest fragrance campaign, her Twiggy-esque hair and makeup dovetailing with the scent’s ’60s inspiration. The …
Is Hedi Slimane on his way out?
If the news were to be confirmed, it would be a bombshell in the small world of fashion. After six years of loyal service at the helm of style at …
Celine Finds Next Designer at Polo Ralph Lauren: Sources
Does Celine have its eye on Polo Ralph Lauren designer Michael Rider? According to market sources, Rider is the frontrunner to take over from Hedi Slimane, who is said to …
Gaelle Collet appointed brand and communications director
Alexander McQueen is reorganising. The Kering label has appointed a new chief brand and communications officer, Gaelle Collet. The Spanish-born manager will take up her post on May 15, reporting …