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DIOR Appointed Maria Grazia Chiuri New Creative Director
A rumour finally confirmed, Maria Grazia Chiuri takes the reins of Dior becoming the first woman in the 70 year history of the maison in the position of Creative Director.
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Keira Knightley: New Face of Chanel Joaillerie
It is still not surprising that Keira Knightley’s, sophisticated style and natural elegance continues to charm the masses including iconic brands such as CHANEL.Continue reading
History of Trench
The classic piece of clothing, immortalised by Burberry was produced at the time of the First World War by Thomas Burberry. The predecessor of the trench coat , the Tielocken, was created in 1895 and was made of a fabric that revolutionised history: gabardine, created and patented by Burberry. Continue reading
Doug Abraham’s juxtaposed vision for Dior
Dior collaborated with artist Doug Abraham, a darling instagrammer better known as @bessnyc4. Continue reading
Latest Release: George Cosby’s ‘Blue Moon’ for Burberry Acoustic
Haunting forsure but far from melancholia, George Cosby latest release and second collaboration (first being ‘Vacant Grace’) ‘Blue Moon’ with Burberry Acoustic, indeed evokes the most deepest of emotions one can rarely emote.
The video shot in 100 Brixton East, London, formerly a 19th Century furniture warehouse now a venue for hire adds to the character of the video. Cosby with his mates provides a simple yet poised acoustic performance packed with powerful writing and their synergy that connects with the listeners on a platonic level.
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LOUIS VUITTON CRUISE 2017 goes Brazil
Overlooking the sea of the Bay of Guanabara, the Niterói Contemporary Art Museum of Rio de Janeiro, designed by Oscar Niemeyer in 1996, hosted the fashion show of the collection Louis Vuitton Cruise 2017 . Continue reading
A Patchwork
Burberry presents its new campaign with the work of British artist Luke Edward Hall and photographs of Mario Testino.Continue reading
Nikelab X Olivier Rousteing
The conceptual amalgamation of Football and Fashion does create juxtaposition of sorts in an editorial shoots & pages of a magazine, however when it comes to combining them in apparel, it takes more than just creativity to get the Ball Rolling………Continue reading
D&G Muse Kate King on her beauty secrets and working with Sophia Loren
Dolce & Gabbana Muse Kate King chats with L’Officiel on her childhood, beauty routine, sports, working with Sophia Loren and definition of a perfect D&G Woman.
Video: Marion Cotillard’s Latest Dior Campaign
For the new campaign of the iconic Lady Dior bag Oscar winner Marion Cotillard strolls along the Seine in Paris. The wind is dancing with her hair while the actress with her stunning appearance – and beautiful bags to the arm, elegantly flirts with the camera.
The scene is nothing short of a juxtaposition of colours, minimalistic yet refreshing autumnal tad gray scene in the backdrop and classic Lady Dior black leather with iconic cannage motif decorated with a wide band studded with crystals in the centre.Continue reading
Exclusive Interview | Elie Saab – A Visionary Couturier
Abundance of sequins, laces, roses and other ethereal details – these are the prerogative of Elie Saab, a Lebanese fashion powerhouse and a visionary designer of his namesake label. The latest fragrance by Elie Saab, the eau de toilette Rose Couture is a fragrant homage to his dearest flower Rose, his love quite evident through recurring themes in his designs of rose and lush flower motifs.
On this occasion L’Officiel rendezvoused with Saab on his most coveted latest fragrance Eau De Toilette Rose Couture, struggles, war, his namesake label, and love for Lebanon.
Trust me its nothing short of a Dream Sequence talking to this Undisputed King of Middle East Fashion.Continue reading
Ferragamo ‘Across Art and Fashion’
Join Museo Salvatore Ferragamo in a unique examination of the complex relationship between fashion and art, and its relevance in today’s society.
MBFWA Portraits: Local Heroes
The style identity of the nation lies not in its past but in its present. The fashion industry is a melting pot of AUSTRALIAN TALENT bringing rich views and diverse perspectives.
On the eve of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, L’Officiel meets the movers, shakers, achievers and influencers of our country.
“Viktor&Rolf: Fashion Artists” – Dutch Duo to exhibit in Australia
Viktor&Rolf is to bring, however not themselves but their most eccentric creations to National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne, Australia. ‘They sure do fit the bill’, their creations often touted as “Wearable Art” celebrates New Age Fashion in every thread.Continue reading
Calvin Klein’s New Global Creative Strategy
Francisco Costa, Women’s Creative Director, Calvin Klein Collection, and Italo Zucchelli, Men’s Creative Director, Calvin Klein Collection, will be leaving the company, announced Calvin Klein Inc. This change came as a part of a global creative strategy for the company, which will unify all Calvin Klein brands under one creative vision.Continue reading
#TiffanyBlueBook
Cunard Building, an Italian monument in the heart of Lower Manhattan, New York; this neo-Renaissance inspired building that once housed infamous Cunard Line was chosen to unveil Tiffany’s new magnificent collection, “Blue Book 2016”, inspired by the theme “The Art of Transformation”, by design director Francesca Amfitheatrof. Continue reading
Not an April fools: Hedi Slimane leaves Saint Laurent
Paris, France – Ending conjectures on the fate of infamous luxury French label Saint Laurent, parent company Kering Group released a statement confirming the exit of Hedi Slimane as a creative director effective immediately, “at the end of a four-year mission, which has led to the complete repositioning of the brand, the Maison Yves Saint Laurent announces the departure of Hedi Slimane as its creative and image director.”Continue reading
Rendezvous with Riccardo Tisci
Among the fashion moguls who dominate the churning wheel axis of London-Paris-New York, Riccardo Tisci has established a new level of “the designer-celebrity” status. Within ten years as head of Givenchy, he managed to turn his extravagant lifestyle and high profile friendships in to his personal brand.Continue reading
Fendi Flowerland!!!
Another surprise from Fendi! Spring’s most colorful and dazzling flowers in the Spring-Summer 2016 collection of the brand comes to life.
MANUS X MACHINA
The exhibition ” Manus x Machina: Fashion in an Age of Technology ” organized by the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York at the Robert Lehman Wing and Anna Wintour Costume Center raises the question of their own on the current relationship between the “hand-made” and the use of the machine, both in haute couture and in ready-to-wear. The visitors will be surrounded by more than one hundred and twenty creations, ranging from 1880 to 2015.Continue reading
NYFW: Karen Walker
NYFW: Dion Lee
Runway + In Detail: Saint Laurent in Hollywood
Saint Laurent’s L.A sized show at Hollywood’s Palladium: 71 models and musicians, 93 looks, 13 bands on stage. See highlights here.
Bianca Spender, wild and woolly
Set to represent Australian womenswear at the International Woolmark Prize final in New York today, Bianca Spender is a born contender.
MOOD: Valentine’s Day
St. Valentine may have died for love but love needn’t hurt. See our edit of all that the heart desires this Valentine’s Day.
Fashion forecast: expect changes
L’Officiel went straight to the chief weatherman, David Bush for the 2016 fashion forecast. And with fashion houses playing a game of empty thrones, Bush says to expect change.
WANT: Chopard’s Fleur d’Opales
Exquisite, elusive, opulent—a garden of opal flowers has blossomed at Chopard, just in time for Haute Couture Week.
Report: Paris Haute Couture Week
What happened in Paris… A director-less Dior, sport luxe from Versace and a love letter to Paris from Giambattista Valli.
CHANEL SS16
Wood shavings, bees and queens. This is Karl Lagerfeld’s Spring-Summer 16 Haute Couture symphony.
What’s in a face?
Léa Seydoux is the new face of Louis Vuitton, which begs the question… is the face that fronts a House the key to its fortune?
Suketdhir’s Woolmark win
Gigi’s new gig
Gigi Hadid the ‘Social Supermodel,’ steps up as the new global brand ambassador for Tommy Hilfiger women’s collections.
Paris in Rome: the looks
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For the new CHANEL Métiers d’art collection inspired by French actresses and Italian cinema, Karl Lagerfeld chose a legendary place where all imaginary worlds and creative desires come together: the Cinecittà Studios in Rome. L’Officiel‘s Fashion Director, Megha Kapoor, picks her favourite looks from the magical night.
Paris in Rome: Chanel’s cinematic masterpiece
Karl Lagerfeld, a visionary curator, a legendary storyteller, stages his Métiers d’Art (pre-Fall 2016) show in one of the world’s grandest film studios.
Shoot: When in Rome
European holiday? Take an excursion to Italy for statement jewellery and textured knits … When in Rome…
Johansson & McConaughey for D&G
The latest campaign for Dolce & Gabbana’s ‘The One,’ shot by Brigitte Lacombe, sees Hollywood icon Scarlett Johansson and Oscar-winner Matthew McConaughey reprise their starring roles on the set of a traditional, bustling Italian family home. Pass the ziti, please.
A very Burberry Christmas to you
An ensemble cast of big British stars bring some joy with Burberry. Watch the film here.
Gift guide: Alice In Wonderland
Inspired by Lewis Caroll’s whimsical classic Alice in Wonderland, this capsule collection from Marc By Marc Jacobs has landed just in time for gift season. The Mad Hatter, Queen of Hearts and White Rabbit are keeping it curiouser and curiouser.
An uncommon girl
Retro cues live in the moment as shifts, knits and patchwork get a very modern makeover. Let the good times roll…
AUSTRALIAN FASHION LAUREATE AWARDS 2015
Attended by Australian fashion connoisseurs and designers, the 2015 Australian Fashion Laureate Awards were held at the Sydney Opera House in Australia’s fashion capital, Sydney, on Friday 23 October 2015.
When in Paris: “Promenade Bucolique” at Place Vendôme
When in Paris, or should we say, if you’re in Paris between now and January 2016, take a bucolic stroll (promenade bucolique) through the history of a high-end Parisian jeweler whose fate has closely echoed that of France since its inception.
Party of the week: MADEMOISELLE PRIVÉ
Cara Delevigne, just one of the notable guests at the opening of an exhibition honouring Coco Chanel—Mademoiselle Privé
Olivier Châtenet: vintage connoisseur
Stylist, designer and foremost collector of vintage YSL (with some 3,000 pieces), Olivier Châtenet chatted to L’Officiel on the eve of his new YSL exhibition about his enduring love for vintage fashion.
New Chapter for Balenciaga: Demna Gvasalia named new artistic director
PARIS, FRANCE – Ending conjectures on the fate of spanish label Balenciaga following Alexander Wang’s departure this July, Kering – Balenciaga’s parent company announced Vetements designer Demna Gvasalia as the new artistic director effective immediately .Continue reading
TOM FORD SS16: Dawn of Digital Disruption at Paris Fashion Week
Mercedes-Benz Pedal Car Project & MBFF Sydney Highlights
The Mercedes-Benz Pedal Car Project was officially launched today at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Festival Sydney. Mercedes-Benz collaborated with likes of ten influential designers and Friends of the Brand to create ten bespoke pedal cars.Continue reading
Balmain Nation
Kendall Jenner, Gigi Hadid and Jourdan Dunn star in the new collaborative campaign of Balmain x H & M photographed by Mario Sorrenti.Continue reading
Pringle of Scotland debuts the first online interactive knitwear customising experience
Celebrating its bicentenary this year, Pringle of Scotland, the iconic knitwear brand is clearly setting its sights on the future. Winning over the likes of Grace Kelly and Brigitte Bardot with its signature Argyle and twinsets, Pringle is yet again in the thick of it, bringing knitwear to high-end fashion.
Milan FW: All eyes on Gucci
All eyes are on Gucci and everybody is talking about Alessandro Michele, as the SS16 runway looks are unveiled. Continue reading