Jean Paul Gaultier × Hermes

Weekly article from: Gaultier Leaves Hermes. Lacoste’s Christophe Lemaire replaces Gaultier at Hermes: http://www.vogue.com.au/fashion/news/gaultier+leaves+hermes,3153

The artistic director Jean Paul Gaultier after providing service for seven years is being replaced by Christophe Lemaire who has been the creative director of Lacoste.

The spring / summer collection of 2011 is going to be the last show for Gaultier in the esteemed company (Hermes). The news undoubtedly rocked the fashion world as because the relationship in between Jean Paul Gaultier and that of Hermes continued for seven long years and also there was no such news about any sort of rift among the two parties. Most importantly, Gaultier holds as high as 45% stake of Hermes and yet he was replaced definitely created a big fuss in the international fashion arena. Even the autumn / winter of 2010 / 2011 had been a safe and most importantly English – themed collection and therefore such news of being replaced by the dashing creative director of Lacoste has been definitely a bolt from the blue.

The concerned quarters of the leading and the esteemed fashion brand are of the view that the relationship in between Gaultire and the Hermes are sure to change in the coming days because of his departure from the group and he might not hold any stake at the group. Also, it has proposed a new challenge for Christopher Lemarie as all the inquisitive eyes of the industry are set upon him to check his performance in the big arena.

Source: Vogue., 2010. Gaultier Leaves Hermes. Lacoste’s Christophe Lemaire replaces Gaultier at Hermes: http://www.vogue.com.au/fashion/news/gaultier+leaves+hermes,3153

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Lee McQueen × Alexander McQueen

Weekly article from: Vale Alexander McQueen. Fashion News.: http://www.vogue.com.au/fashion/news/vale+alexander+mcqueen+,2623

The fashion world was taken by storm by the sudden demise of the Lee McQueen. Aged only 40, there was no doubt that he was one of the most promising fashion designers of not only United Kingdom but also that of the modern world. A sudden effect of grief has encapsulated the entire fashion world and even the family of Lee was shocked over the happening of the things. The editor of the fashion journal of repute British ‘Vogue’ commented that Lee had the rare ability to influence the entire generation of designers with his tremendous creative and designing skills. The editor rightly observed that Lee McQueen could successfully integrate technology with that of the design and it was the differentiating factor which made him so successful in his regime.


Lee, born in the year of 1970 at East End had his schooling Central State Martins. He had his professional training at Savile Row where he received the rare exposure of writing messages in the suits of The Prince of Wales. This talented designer had the great achievement of winning the prestigious award of ‘British Designer of the Year in 1997 (though jointly with John Galliano), 2001 and 2003.


Lee McQueen had his pending shows at Paris Fashion Week due on March 9 for the autumn / winter collection of 2010 / 2011 but the fashion world missed the opportunity because of the untimely death. The closed acquaintances of this great fashion talent are of the belief that the death of his mother in the previous month shattered him and had huge impact upon him which ultimately led to his untimely demise.


Sources:
Vogue., 2010. Vale Alexander McQueen. Fashion News.: http://www.vogue.com.au/fashion/news/vale+alexander+mcqueen+,2623
picture: http://www.fashion-forum.org/images/designers/alexander-mcqueen.jpg

Karl Lagerfeld × Chanel

Weekly article from: Karl Lagerfeld: http://www.vogue.com.au/fashion/chanel/karl+lagerfeld,2959

The recent article post referring to the fashion stylist and classic iconic designer Karl Lagerfeld had managed to take attention of the readers as it managed to mention the contributions made by Karl for brand Chanel. Undoubtedly, the post can be agreed upon because in the modern fashion flexed platform, it is complicated to provide distinctive quality and in this regard, Karl stands tall with his creative mind. Karl Lagerfeld had managed to work according to the traditions of Coco Chanel’s theme of style. Karl had for sure managed to provide a mixture of contemporary as well as classic image of the brand Chanel to people.


The article had well-shaped the storyline of designing by Karl Lagerfeld in his career of 25 years with the brand Chanel. It is quite evident that selecting Karl Lagerfeld as the creative director for the brand Chanel was the biggest decision of Chanel which was proved by Karl in the later years of his experience with Chanel. The contribution of Karl Lagerfeld is not just limited to presenting continuity to the traditional approach of the brand Chanel but also Karl managed to enhance the brand by merging new trends and demands.

The informative article about Karl had wonderfully attributed Karl Lagerfeld creativeness as an individual as he owns a publishing house as well as a taste in photography. In no way, people can stop thinking about his contributions to the world of fashion. One addition to the blog entry would be that people who look into the fashion world for the influencing thought of fashion consciousness idolize Karl Lagerfeld. Karl’s contribution could not be well-defined in words as its creativeness is in the colors blacks, grays and whites imagery.

Sources:
Vogue. Karl Lagerfeld: http://www.vogue.com.au/fashion/chanel/karl+lagerfeld,2959


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