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“The idea for the show decor was born from a long-standing desire to work with Xavier Veilhan. His references to constructivism remind me of those of Karl Lagerfeld,” says Virginie Viard.

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This decor, a nod to the aesthetics of the Universal Exhibition, served as a framework "in which I felt very free", adds Virginie Viard.

“These geometric shapes made me dream of contrast, lightness and a lot of freshness: bohemian dresses that float. Lots of ruffles, fringes, macramé, transparent lace, iridescent tweeds, colorful jewel buttons. Femininity too, with a pink tweed jacket with white stripes, white braid straps embroidered with pearls or silver chains, two-tone Mary-Janes with heels inspired by the 20s revisited through the 80s, and fine geometric embroidery , like an echo of the decor. »

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All of Chanel's embroiderer partners collaborated on this collection, "one of the centerpieces of which is a dress entirely embroidered by Lesage with camellias in black, white and coral beads, worn with a black jacket", specifies Virginie Viard, before concluding: “These references obviously belong to Gabrielle Chanel. It's like a conversation that transcends time.

Chanel SS22 haute couture on horseback

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Let's be honest: it was above all Charlotte Casiraghi who opened the parade on horseback, who stole the show. She wore a black tweed and sequin jacket, while musician Sébastien Tellier provided background music. “Xavier wanted to work with the Princess of Monaco, who has been an ambassador for Chanel since the beginning of last year. Horses occupy an important place in her artistic universe and Charlotte is a skilled rider,” explains Virginie Viard. “With Charlotte, they form the Chanel family that I like to surround myself with. »

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