At the end of 2024, the Luxury Fashion Industry finds itself in a major predicament of its own making. Consumers have caught onto the game, now brands are bracing for the backlash. Buyers are no longer charmed by the “expensive” handbag and other accessories with sky high price tag. The recent headlines report shopper fatigue… Continue reading Has Luxury Fashion Come To This?
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The Fashion Musical Chair
The Fashion Musical Chairs Contest continue. In one week, three brands made big changes. Thankfully, I have a chalkboard to help keep up with who is where, just erase then add a new name. When John Galliano took over as Creative Head of Martin Margiela, the British designer had come in from the cold after… Continue reading The Fashion Musical Chair
On Change in Fashion
Change is inevitable, in the fashion business, change is often. The news from New York took the industry by surprise. Calvin Klein announced the appointment of Veronica Leoni as creative head, the female to lead he label. The brand plans to return to the runway schedule. Why this change of strategy? Parent company owner PVH… Continue reading On Change in Fashion
Get Over Yourself
There was a “protest” at the last Paris Fashion Week. Marie Benoliel crashed the stage. The YouTuber confronted Hadid at the Grand Palais. The stunt was boring. Her excuse: “Fashion makes people unhappy”. Get over yourself Marie! Fashion makes me happy. If I were unhappy with the state of it I would not protest on… Continue reading Get Over Yourself
Cruise
Chanel unveiled its first post Lagerfeld collection. Virginie Viard takes control of the storied French brand. The setting at the Grand Palais turned into a romantic train station fit the mood. The looks were soft and feminine. Ms. Viard has the full backing of brand head Bruno Pavlovsky. The company posted profits of $2.7.
Remembering Karl Lagerfeld
From France 24, remembering a legend of fashion, Karl Lagerfeld.
All Aboard Chanel
The fashion world is buzzing about the Chanel Cruise Collection from Paris. Yes! It was confident, alive! Once again Mr. Lagerfeld has proven why he is a maestro of fashion and showmanship. All Aboard! In the Grand Palais, if you can sell a collection based on the location, get the credit cards ready, the setting… Continue reading All Aboard Chanel
Don’t Walk, Look Fabulous!
Indulgence can be a good thing. These boots are not meant for walking but for looking FABULOUS! While in Paris I walked past the Chanel Boutique, saw them in window and said, “WOW!”
FABULOSITY
New Year’s celebrations means letting out your inner FABULOSITY! This is a time to use color to express your optimism for the New Year. Chanel Dior All of these items are available in stores worldwide.
Black and Paper Christmas List 2016
You Can Never Go Wrong with a Gift by Chanel For Her An out-and-out classic, Chanel No.5 is a cultural seedbed for woman’s fragrance. “What do I wear to bed? Why, Chanel No. 5 of course.” Chanel has always been associated with glamour and fabulousness, attributed to the women who wear it. So rear is… Continue reading Black and Paper Christmas List 2016