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Chanel Replicas Show 2021/22 Métiers d’art
For the first time since the pandemic, Chanel once again took its handcrafted Métiers d’art show on tour. Upon landing in Florence, the collection was exhibited at the historic Stazione Leopolda train station in front of 1,000 guests. Among those in attendance to witness the show were Penélope Cruz, Caroline de Maigret, Sofia Coppola and Peggy Gou, who looked at the sophisticated metropolitan offering of tweed, knitwear, low-waisted denim, beaded-studded separates, high-waisted skirts bass and iterations on Chanel’s famous camellia flower pin float by. Get an idea of the collection, below:
Amazon Fashion is expanding to Europe: call Precious Lee & co. to spread the word
Amazon Fashion has announced the expansion of its luxury stores to Europe. This means the unrivaled shopping experience first introduced in the US in September 2020 will now be available to customers in the UK, Germany, France, Italy and Spain. Think: ready-to-wear collections from the likes of Christopher Kane, Dundas, Elie Saab, Mira Mikati, Rianna+Nina, Boglioli, Jonathan Cohen and Altuzarra (with more fashion and beauty brands set to join in the near future). ) all purchasable through the platform and with the same fast, reliable and free shipping. To celebrate the news, Amazon Fashion unveiled a campaign shot by Angelo Pennetta, styled by Charlotte Collet, and featuring Kristen McMenamy, Precious Lee, Leon Dame, and Dara. Take a look, below:
Thom Browne’s inaugural swim campaign is here
Did you know that you can extend your love of a Thom Browne uniform all the way to the pool? Giving you all the inspiration you need to channel your TB S/S vibe, the designer’s first swim campaign lands today, featuring moody black-and-white images shot by Richard Phibbs. The front and center swim shorts come with four bar stripes, adjustable drawstrings (allowing you to wear them high or low waisted), and are made from a patented swim tech fabric made in Italy. There are also smock-type jackets to complete the look. The beach had better be ready!
Introducing FARFETCH BEAT, a new series from Farfetch, starting with Peter Do and the opening ceremony
Farfetch sure has their finger on the beat. The online luxury marketplace has unveiled its new concept series FARFETCH BEAT, which will bring collaborations and exclusive limited edition merchandise to its global audience. The first in the series, revealed today, reunites the designer of tomorrow Peter Do with the mainstays of the Opening Ceremony for his inaugural collaboration. The Opening Ceremony x Peter Do collection features the former’s famous varsity jacket cropped down and reimagined in the latter’s signature clean-lined minimalism. The jacket is also made from recycled parachute material (eagle-eyed fans will remember it from her first runway show!) and Do’s now recognizable “spacer” fabric. The black and white jackets are numbered to reference their exclusivity and include a card holder in each jacket pocket with a handwritten note from Leon, Lim and Do. Opening Ceremony is also celebrating its 20th anniversary, making these pieces even more collector-worthy. Run!
Images: Katsu Naito
Samantha Jones is coming back…maybe
Seat belt. The most scandalous protagonist of Sex and the City will have a story in the second season of And Just Like That. Michael Patrick King revealed to Variety that fans can expect to see the PR exec appear in the story once again, though he wasn’t giving away much. “Everything is so new right now,” he said. “One of my big rules is not to count things until they are real. My goal is to bring all the characters into the mix so they’re not on separate catwalks so much,” he added. Hey??? MPK also shared that production on the second season will begin in October, which means fans of the franchise can expect new episodes to arrive in early 2023. In the meantime, see what SJP had to say about the rumored feud with actress Kim. Cattrall when he finally broke his silence on the matter
Actress Kim Cattrall (Courtesy of FARFETCH)
Vivrelle Unveils New Members-Only Showroom and Social Club
Forget about coworking spaces or gyms, we want to be part of a accessories club. Luxury rental service Vivrelle has cut the ribbon on its new retail space at NoMad; a one-of-a-kind concept that allows members to trade, shop, and socialize, all in one beautiful space. The 14,000-square-foot location serves as a showroom to showcase the rotating array of designer handbags and jewelry available for rent or purchase, all while giving members a place to relax while enjoying coffee, tea, wine, cocktails and the always important high speed. Wifi. Vivrelle will also integrate member-only programming such as fitness classes with guest celebrity trainers, retail activations and social events with partners like Barry’s Boot Camp, Caraway, Daily Harvest and Sakara. Take a look at the space, designed by Hilary Matt, and learn more about membership options here.
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Source: fashionweekdaily.com