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Chanel names Bottega Veneta’s Matthieu Blazy artistic director; John Galliano’s goodbye

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Chanel names Bottega Veneta’s Matthieu Blazy artistic director; John Galliano’s goodbye

French luxury brand Chanel has named former Bottega Veneta creative boss Matthieu Blazy as its new artistic director, one of the biggest jobs in fashion, where he will be tasked with finally turning the page on the Karl Lagerfeld era. Blazy, 40, will be replaced at Bottega Veneta by British designer Louise Trotter, currently director … Read more

Jean Paul Gaultier Reflects on His Extraordinary Fashion Career

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Jean Paul Gaultier Reflects on His Extraordinary Fashion Career

Back in the late ’80s, it was suggested to Jean Paul Gaultier that he capitalize on his soaring international fame and launch a perfume. “I prefer to make a record,” was his retort — and the backstory to his quirky, 1989 electro-pop album “How to Do That,” which introduced a new audience to his corsetry, … Read more