Chanel Pre-fall 2012

Oh Lagerfeld, you never seize to amaze me...

Like always, Lagerfeld knows how to put on a great show. Before addressing the clothing, I think what really stood out for me was how the runway was crafted. The runway was lined with crystal dining ware topped with fruit platters and candles, all under beautiful chandeliers. It was truly an "Indian Buffet" (which was the theme for the show).

In terms of the clothing, the balance between western cuts and traditional indian tailoring was just right (in my opinion). Each piece was incredibly detailed, and expressed both sophistication and elegance that the house of Chanel is known for. I also  loved the attention to detail with each piece. The beading and jewelry made these garments ooze with luxury, but also looked wearable.  Vraiment, très bon travail Monsieur Lagerfeld.

 

 

                              (I'm sorry for the bad quality, the colours don't look as lush in the vid)

Rachel Weisz - Cover of AnOther Magazine - Fall/Winter 2011

Rachel Weisz is on the cover of AnOther Magazine - Fall/Winter 2011. She's definitely one of my favourite actresses and a  style icons. Also, Rachel shot a short video for the magazine on location in Red Hook, New York, which was inspired by famous dance legend Pina Bausch.

Silk chiffon dress (customised and worn as top) and leather Tabi boots archive Maison Martin Margiela; Silk chiffon underwear by Gucci; Nude stockings by Calvin Klein
Cited in AnOther Magazine

Silk blouse and nylon slip dress (customised and worn as top and skirt) archive Maison Martin Margiela; Glitter pumps by Miu Miu

Cited in AnOther Magazine

Ostrich feather gilet and leather Tabi boots (embellished with paper confetti appliqué throughout) archive Maison Martin Margiela; Vintage 1940s bra from stylist’s archive; Silk chiffon underwear by Gucci
(Cited in AnOther Magazine)

Wool crepe dress (worn backwards as top) by Chanel; Silk chiffon underwear by Gucci; Leather Tabi boots archive Maison Martin Margiela
Cited in AnOther Magazine

Chanel - Cruise 2012

To herald the beginning of the Cannes Film Festival, Chanel attracted the crowds with its latest collection. Overlooking the French Riviera, this collection set a regal mood and reflected on the Twenties and Thirties Riviera glamour. In addition to the fashion show, Karl Lagerfeld premiered his short film titled The Tales of a Fairy. Also along the French Riviera, the film touched on various references to Coco Chanel and the period she lived in.

In watching both the fashion show and the film. I had mixed fillings on what exactly Karl Lagerfeld was trying to say. In talking about the fashion show, I felt that it was well executed and I did like some of the pieces that were shown. I especially loved the set up for the runway. It was crisp and refreshing (Karl always has a good eye for display his work). In terms of the fashion show, I preferred the pieces near the end of the show. I felt that they were more reflective of glamour and class. While the ones at the beginning seemed so restrictive and counterintuitive to the overall atmosphere of a cruise. With reflecting on the film, I felt it was too amateur and so art house…I kind of laughed at certain points. Anyway, below are some of the pieces I really liked and I linked both the film and the first part of the fashion show (I couldn't find part 2!). Enjoy!

The Tales of a Fairy