Caroline Saulnier
CHANEL: CRUISE COLLECTION 2013- BACKSTAGE BEAUTY
It seems only right that we describe music obsessive Mr. Lagerfeld’s latest show for Chanel, with a term that belongs to the world of DJ-ing. Cruise 2013 was a full on MASH-UP! Perfectly described by master of the craft Michel Gaubert to style.com as ‘Ghetto Royale’. The collection initially evoked 18th century monarchy, but quickly gave way to something achingly contemporary, as feminine outfits rich with period features, were broken up by street observed detail. Of course, with a Chanel presentation EVERY detail is painstakingly considered to cinematic effect, transforming each exit into a well crafted character. And what’s more important for building a character than the face? The exquisite work of Chanel Make-up’s Creative Director was framed by pastel do’s that were part Courtney on the pitch ala Be A Man, and part Prince charming pony. Flawless complexions came courtesy of Moche de Beaute highlighting powder. While Ombre Essentielle Eyeshadow in Rose Favourite, and Joues Contraste Powder blush in Rose Petale cast an electric pink glow border line Jem (truly outrageous). The finishing touch? Little black Chanel logo’s as beauty spots, we’re just desperate to see commercialised!
by Vincent Levy
