Absolute suspense in the fashion world concerning the possible and imminent appointment of an artistic director at the head of Chanel. A level of confidentiality worthy of a classified file…
While Hedi Slimane’s recent departure from Celine is fuelling speculation and seems more than just a coincidence, industry insiders are gossiping and the question is on the agenda at a number of fashion dinners.
Wouldn’t Slimane be the obvious choice to take over at Chanel?
Its minimalist, uncluttered style is perfectly in tune with the company’s heritage of timeless, structured elegance.
Tweed, quilting, bourgeois pearls, gold chains, the intertwined sigil and the confrontation of black and white are the ideal playground for Hedi Slimane, who perfectly masters the gentle facelift and the right dose of transgression.
Its rock’n’roll , androgynous approach to style is aimed more at the younger generation. A refreshed clientele to breathe new energy into the House of Chanel without sacrificing the timeless elegance that characterizes it.
Slimane has mastered the art of juxtaposing luxury and streetwear influences, a balance that would fit perfectly with Chanel’s future strategy, offering an image that is both more accessible and trendier. (opposite claudia schiffer version with Chanel)
Hedi Slimane is a renowned designer and photographer with a 360° artistic vision. His curatorial approach, integrating music and visual art in particular, could give Chanel a new cultural dimension, echoing the days when Gabrielle Chanel herself surrounded herself with renowned artists. (opposite quilted bag)
After an already exceptional career at Dior, Yves Saint Laurent and Celine, succeeding his mentor and friend Karl Lagerfeld would be a source of immense pride for Hedi Slimane. And reinventing a house as legendary as Chanel would undoubtedly mark the pinnacle of his career.
Good things come to those who wait ….
