While the House of CHANEL has long produced exquisite costume jewelry since being founded by Gabrielle Chanel, it was only in the later half of the 20th century that the brand once again began producing fine and high jewelry. Mademoiselle Chanel herself only designed one fine jewelry collection, which she…
Runway Report: CHANEL Cruise 2017/18 Beauty Look
As promised in my Runway Report on the CHANEL 2017/18 Cruise Collection, here is my love letter to the beauty look from the show: The hair and makeup were, in my opinion, a beautiful interpretation of classical Greek beauty. Hair was loose and feminine, framing the face and appearing as…
Runway Report: CHANEL Cruise 2017/2018
With his helming of the House of CHANEL, Karl Lagerfeld has distinguished himself as a master of mixing the heritage of the house with his vision for the future. Aptly paying homage to Gabrielle Chanel’s exacting vision while expertly crafting a unique and fresh look with each new collection he…
Runway Report: CHANEL Fall-Winter 2017/2018
When Karl Lagerfeld erects an actual functioning rocket in the Grand Palais to act as the backdrop for a CHANEL prêt-à-porter show, one is assured of not only a rather epic presentation, but a quite stunning collection as well. With one of his most impressive sets to date as a…
Runway Report: Pretty Ballerinas Spring/Summer 2017
Before the new year, I had the pleasure of previewing the Spring/Summer 2017 collection from Pretty Ballerinas. I always look forward to their previews because not only am I able to get a sneak peek of all of the gorgeous shoes that make up each upcoming collection, but I’m also…
Runway Report: CHANEL 2.55 Handbag
Métiers d’Art Paris in Rome 2.55 There are few items in the world more recognizable than a CHANEL handbag, particularly the classic 2.55 style. Since it’s introduction decades ago, this seemingly simple yet no less elegant little bag has captivated the world. It is one of the few pieces in…