Chanel Lays Foundation Stone for its Métiers d’art Flagship in Paris
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Chanel is increasing its commitment to its Metiers d’art with the establishment of a dedicated new site to be completed in the near future in the 19th arrondissement in Paris, as per the brand’s website.“Bruno Pavlovsky, President of Chanel SAS, laid thChanel Lays Foundation Stone for its Métiers d’art Flagship in Paris
Chanel is increasing its commitment to its Metiers d’art with the establishment of a dedicated new site to be completed in the near future in the 19th arrondissement in Paris, as per the brand’s website.“Bruno Pavlovsky, President of Chanel SAS, laid the first foundation stone of the building on Monday, alongside Anne Hidalgo, Mayor of Paris. ‘This remarkable and ambitious project will be a new chapter in the great adventure that Chanel is pleased to have initiated more than 30 years ago: that of perpetuating the Metiers d’art in Paris, near the creation studios.’ — Bruno Pavlovsky,” says the brand’s website.The site where the foundation stone has been laid is the fallow industrial land of Paris’ 19th arrondissement. The Chanel facility will have 15 artisanal craftsmen; from glove makers, feather workers to metal specialists. Reportedly, the building will be designed by Rudy Ricciotti, the architect. Ricciotti has been was behind the MuCEM and the Islamic Arts section of Paris’ Louvre Museum. Chanel Metiers d’art building is believed to have five floors along with two basements. Chanel Metiers d’art will be ready by 2020 that is when the opening will take place.Chanel has immense respect for its artisans and had paid homage to them through one of their initiatives called, Chanel Metiers d’art. The show was all about talent and pure style. The show traveled far and wide since its launch in 2002. It was last witnessed in Hamburg in December 2017.Paraffection, the crafts specialists have made Chanel what it is in current times. The artisans have contributed their skills for its haute couture and ready-to-wear collection. The house was incepted by Gabrielle Chanel in 1910.Chanel had recently launched its ‘31’ handbag during the Fall-Winter — 2018/19 collection.“The ‘31’ handbag, Fall‑Winter’s signature accessory, was inspired by a bag once owned by Gabrielle Chanel. According to Karl Lagerfeld, its name refers to a French saying. ‘You know that there is special meaning behind it, the expression ‘se mettre sur son 31’ means when one gets dressed up,’” says the website.As per the website, the ‘31’ can be carried in different ways: firmly in hand by its handle or folded like a clutch, or slung across the body. Quilted and generously shaped, it comes in a range of bold colors, from pale pink to red, coral and electric blue, as well as different materials, leather, canvas or tweed.Click on the slideshow for a sneak peek at the related to Chanel Metiers d’art.http://www.blouinartinfo.com Founder: Louise Blouin Read more