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Margaret Qualley walked the red carpet in London for The Dog Stars premiere wearing Chanel’s resort 2027 barefoot sandals paired with a Blazy-designed black dress, turning heads with a controversial, beachy non-shoe that exposes the feet. The look underscores a bold red-carpet statement rather than practicality, and the sandals remain a VIP-only item with limited availability.
Dua Lipa wore a Chanel Haute Couture gown by Matthieu Blazy for her Sicily wedding to Callum Turner, marking Blazy's first bridal creation for a Chanel bride. The halter, backless dress is encrusted with thousands of silver and white beads, features feathers on the skirt and a train of 25,000 feathers, and is paired with a feathered headpiece and embroidered lace veil. The lavish three-day celebration at Villa Valguarnera included Elton John’s performance; the couple also hosted a London ceremony where Lipa wore a custom Schiaparelli skirt suit and Turner wore a navy Ferragamo suit.
Dua Lipa shared photos of her custom Chanel haute couture wedding gown designed by Matthieu Blazy, worn during a three‑day Palermo wedding celebration after their May 31 London ceremony, with Callum Turner in a custom Louis Vuitton suit.
Chanel's Cruise 2027 show unveiled a minimalist sandal that covers only the heel, leaving the toes bare and prompting a polarized online response—from whimsical couture praise to skepticism about practicality. Vogue insiders called it a playful fantasy, while social-media users debated its wearability; fashion creator Remi Bader even DIY’d a version, amplifying the conversation as A-list attendees like Nicole Kidman and Michaela Coel watched from the front rows.
Cathy Horyn praises Matthieu Blazy’s Chanel cruise collection in Biarritz for its dynamic, beach-ready take on Coco Chanel’s minimalism, blending daywear with resort silhouettes, knitwear, and logo detailing, while expanding Chanel’s legacy through inclusive casting and education-focused initiatives like the Villa de Larralde project.
Matthieu Blazy debuted ultra-minimal sandals for Chanel's Cruise collection, stripping away most of the sole to create a bold, beach-meets-Couture look, styled with shimmering skirts and sea-shell accents as a statement of Chanel's bold summer footwear.
Cathy Horyn applauds Matthieu Blazy’s Chanel show for advancing Coco Chanel’s legacy with wearable, accessible pieces—rugged ribbed knits reinventing the Chanel suit, printed tweed on silk, luminous embroidery, and a monochrome palette with iridescent accents—while framing Blazy’s work as a forward-looking, “under construction” chapter presented on a Grand Palais stage shaped by cranes, signaling Chanel’s continued evolution beyond the house’s traditionalism.
Cathy Horyn praises Matthieu Blazy’s Chanel couture debut for shedding the house’s traditional structure and tweed signatures, delivering a lighter, unstructured collection that rethinks Chanel’s iconic straight-line silhouette without reinventing it, a radical move that challenges fashion industry conventions.
Matthieu Blazy's debut Chanel couture show casts older models and invites personal memories to be woven into the garments, breaking with Chanel's iconography and youth-centric norms. The collection uses airy mousseline, feathered embellishments, and avian-inspired motifs to celebrate grown-up women, signaling a broader, more inclusive identity for Chanel.
Chanel transformed an abandoned NYC subway station into a glamorous runway for its Métiers d’art show, emphasizing a realistic, 'real life' approach to fashion with models showcasing casual yet elegant outfits, highlighting craftsmanship and the brand's connection to New York and its culture.
Matthieu Blazy's debut as Chanel's creative director was a groundbreaking show that redefined the brand by exploring its roots and expanding its global, universal appeal, blending tradition with modernity and making significant contributions to 21st-century fashion.
Nicole Kidman is returning as a Chanel brand ambassador more than two decades after her previous campaign, and will appear at Matthieu Blazy's debut show for the house at Paris Fashion Week, marking a new chapter for the brand.
Chanel has appointed Matthieu Blazy as its new creative director, succeeding Virginie Viard. Blazy, known for revitalizing Bottega Veneta, will oversee Chanel's haute couture, ready-to-wear, and accessories collections. His appointment marks a significant shift for the iconic brand, as it seeks to continue its legacy while embracing modernity. Blazy's tenure is expected to begin in April 2025, with his first collection debuting in October. Chanel aims for a long-term collaboration with Blazy, hoping to build on its strong brand heritage.
Chanel has appointed Matthieu Blazy as its new Artistic Director, marking a significant leadership change in the luxury fashion house.