Jonathan Anderson Dior Menswear Debut in Paris
The invite to Jonathan Anderson’s highly anticipated menswear show in Paris was a porcelain plate topped with eggs. The eggs are meant to symbolize ‘the start of something’, while the plates were pulled straight from the archives.
Those who did not receive an invitation could attend a viewing party at a Paris bar.
Anderson is currently the sole Creative Director of menswear, womenswear, couture and across accessories.
“While at Loewe, he built the house’s legacy. At Dior, he’s following in the footsteps of designers who defined their era, including Christian Dior, Yves Saint Laurent, John Galliano, Raf Simons and Maria Grazia Chiuri.
He will have to carve out a place for himself among all these illustrious predecessors and assert his own style, while still respecting the house’s codes.”
Benjamin Simmenauer, Professor at Institut Français de la Mode
Seen Front Row at the show included Dior ambassadors such as Rihanna and Robert Pattinson.
Designers and creative directors came to show their support including Donatella Versace, Simon Porte Jacquemus, Pharrell Williams, Chemena Kamali, Silvia Venturini Fendi, Jack McCollough, Lazaro Hernandez & more.
Anderson was fully supported by the entire Arnault family who were present at the show.
The menswear collection was inspired by Dior’s heritage 18th century archives, featuring a series of waistcoats from 1710 to 1865 that had been reproduced.
The SS26 menswear collection brings a new powerful vision of the Dior man:
“Elegant yet relaxed, simple yet special.”
Source: Vogue Business
Louis Vuitton Cruise Ship
French luxury brand Louis Vuitton revealed their cruise ship installation on June 28th, titled ‘The Louis’.
The nearly 100 foot ship was launched at Taikoo Hui in Shanghai’s business district.
With three levels and 17,000 square feet, the ship offers guests retail experiences, exhibits, hospitality spaces, along with a cafe at the top.
The top floor ‘Le Cafe Louis Vuitton’ has a curated menu blending Shanghai and Western culinary influences.
According to LV Chairman and CEO Pietro Beccari, the concept represents a new chapter in the brand’s cultural evolution.
Source: Forbes
Chanel Arts & Culture Magazine Vol. 1
Chanel business has extended into print media that will highlight Chanel’s partnerships with artists, institutions, and curators throughout the years.
The magazine is produced under the guidance of the Chanel Culture Fund that supports cultural representation and initiatives.
The 250 page publication will feature Gabrielle Chanel’s legacy through symbolism tied to the founder including pearls, seashells and lions.
The editorial print magazine is a curated exploration of Chanel’s passion for art and culture with contributions from industry thought leaders and artists.
It will be available in select bookstores globally.
Source: WWD
Miu Miu “Summer Reads” Global Literary Event
Miu Miu hosted its “Summer Reads” event in Milan, Paris, Bejing, Hong Kong and Osaka.
The literary event was held outdoors in green spaces globally, including:
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The Giardino dell Arti in Milan
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Chaoyang Park in Bejing
Miu Miu selected two classic novels to gift guests, including:
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The Inseparables by French existentialist Simon de Beauvoir (1954)
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The Waiting Years by Fumiko Enchi (1957)