Chanel Paris-Shanghai Métiers d’Art 2010 Collection
Presenting the pre-fall Chanel Paris-Shanghai Métiers d’Art 2010 collection, an opulent tribute to China’s history and culture. A collection that’s only possible after Chanel’s acquisition in 2002 of the seven specialist Parisian ateliers which include the metal-crafts house of Desrues; the feather-maker, Lemarié; the embroiderer, Lesage; the shoemaker, Massaro; the milliner, Michel; the goldsmith, Goossens; and the flower-maker, Guillet. Together, their traditional artistry is preserved, working closely with Chanel to execute Karl Lagerfeld’s designs, with a unique seasonal collection year after year.
This year (and aptly so), Chanel (or 香奈儿 in Chinese) presented a colossal collection that saw intense attention to detail that rivalled the rich, extravagant opulence of the old imperial courts. References to Chinese arts and culture were fully represented, from the colour of lacquer red to Chinese knots, antique chest hinges to the burnished hue of tarnished bronze, it was (and still is) truly a feast for the senses.
The bags and accessories were no different, precious museum-quality pieces sent down the runway. The Classic Flap and 2.55 were reinterpreted and came in a multitude of exquisite finishes, including a clutch with dragon scales in jade green, rich brocade quilted bags and then some embellished with glittering sequins that sparkled to a bygone era that has passed but is not forgotten.
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The jade green clutch looks awesome!
The green one it TO DIE FOR!
I saw the sequinned green 2.55 at the store! ITS GORGEOUS!!!! Btw, how much do the bracelets and bangles from this collection cost? I am eyeing a few for myself.
I don’t have the exact prices yet but the collection is now available at their boutique at Ngee Ann City. Pop by and take a look if you’re keen.
Totally agree with u Charmine. the jade Clutch look awesome… but I love the black clutch with red chanel logo too (in the 4th pic.)
BB… bcoz of ur blog, I fall in love with Chanel like I nvr b4… thks!
too many variations of the 2.55! delicious!
bb, do you know how much is the black chanel with gold lining cost? I am dying for that one!
FULLY AGREED!!! Artsy, Exquisite, and Lux !!!
The 2.55 icon red flap cost $6040, and comes in metallic tweed and brown leather. All 3 are to die for!! One of the most beautiful seasonal bags in years!! If only it’s not so expensive…
Thanks for your input Kelly, much appreciated!
you’re welcome. I’m sorry I only have the price of e bag in e last picture, coz tt was e only one I fancy… really TDF in real person!
that is one OMG collar
but it was reall heavy in real life when i tried to lift it up at the store. i love the antiqued accents though… but i feel like a terracotta soldier going to war carrying it…
omg. that ring. i want. that ring.