https://www.scmp.com/rss/524505/feed The latest news and updates on Gabrielle Chanel, a pioneering French fashion designer and astute businesswoman, she revolutionised 20th-century women’s fashion by championing comfort, simplicity, and practicality over restrictive styles. Her iconic contributions include the "little black dress," the Chanel suit, and the groundbreaking Chanel No. 5 perfume. She expertly integrated menswear elements into feminine attire and popularised jersey fabric. Chanel’s keen business acumen and visionary... en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com Sheena Khemaney Sheena Khemaney It wasn’t only the fashion that caught the eye at the biggest fall/winter 2026 ready-to-wear shows in London, Milan and Paris. The hair and make-up, too, had plenty to offer beauty aficionados and style watchers, from chrome glitter accents to red-hot pouts and plenty more. Prada It looks like “tired girl” make-up (yes – that is, in fact, a thing) isn’t going away any time soon. The catwalk stars at Prada, including Bella Hadid and Liu Wen, wore deliberately smudged charcoal eyes, minimal blush... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/beauty/beauty-news/article/3347020/fashion-month-hair-and-make-looks-chanels-chrome-glitter-guccis-y2k-revival?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/beauty/beauty-news/article/3347020/fashion-month-hair-and-make-looks-chanels-chrome-glitter-guccis-y2k-revival?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 18 Mar 2026 11:00:08 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa Staying true to Gabrielle Chanel’s love of sport and her belief that physical freedom and self-expression are essential in a woman’s life, the CC League is a two-year mentorship programme that treats beauty as a source of power. It goes beyond the more customary Chanel aesthetic, and offers one-on-one guidance and group coaching focused on self-confidence, self-expression and femininity to help each athlete define her own rituals and presence, on and off the field. “To me, being feminine means... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/beauty/wellness/article/3345346/style-edit-chanels-cc-league-empowers-women-athletes-and-field?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/beauty/wellness/article/3345346/style-edit-chanels-cc-league-empowers-women-athletes-and-field?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 05 Mar 2026 02:00:09 +0000 SCMP Style Reporter SCMP Style Reporter When the Chanel Next Prize was launched in 2021, it marked a new chapter in the luxury brand’s ongoing commitment to the arts world, fortifying a legacy that began over a century ago with Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel’s support of avant-garde artists and creators like Salvador Dalí and Jean Cocteau. A catalyst for innovation, this biennial award – now in its third edition – continues to shape the future of culture. With a mission to identify contemporary artists who are redefining their disciplines,... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3344078/style-edit-chanel-next-prize-2026-winning-artists-announced?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3344078/style-edit-chanel-next-prize-2026-winning-artists-announced?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 23 Feb 2026 02:00:16 +0000 SCMP Style Reporter SCMP Style Reporter It’s been 130 years and the Louis Vuitton Monogram still reigns as one of fashion’s most recognisable symbols. What started in 1896 as a clever fix to stop imitators has become a global icon, appearing on everything from heritage trunks to everyday bags. In honour of this milestone moment, here are five fun facts about the LV Monogram you probably didn’t know. It’s not the maison’s only star canvas Before the Monogram took over the world, Louis Vuitton’s striped trunks were the must‑have of... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3342587/style-edit-5-things-you-didnt-know-about-louis-vuittons-monogram?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3342587/style-edit-5-things-you-didnt-know-about-louis-vuittons-monogram?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 09 Feb 2026 02:00:11 +0000 SCMP Style Reporter SCMP Style Reporter Chanel’s patronage of the arts dates back to Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel herself, a supporter of avant-garde artists, composers and writers of her era, including Igor Stravinsky, Jean Cocteau and Salvador Dalí. This legacy continues with the Chanel Culture Fund, which extends the maison’s commitment to the arts and champions creativity. This global programme, launched in 2021, fosters a vibrant network of creatives through long-term initiatives and partnerships that bring innovation to the cultural... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/lifestyle/leisure/article/3339284/style-edit-espace-gabrielle-chanel-library-opens-within-shanghais-power-station-art?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/lifestyle/leisure/article/3339284/style-edit-espace-gabrielle-chanel-library-opens-within-shanghais-power-station-art?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 12 Jan 2026 02:00:15 +0000 Annie Brown Annie Brown Of all the beauty to be found in Matthieu Blazy’s axis-tilting debut for Chanel during Paris Fashion Week in October, the collaboration with the Place Vendôme shirtmakers Charvet was quite possibly the most resonant. For what better way to breathe new life into Chanel while staying true to its essential house codes and eternal origin story, than by looking to the wardrobe of Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel herself? Chanel was a regular customer of Charvet, which opened its doors in 1838. So too was her... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3336002/crisp-white-shirt-eveningwear-chanel-paris-fashion-week-anne-hathaway?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3336002/crisp-white-shirt-eveningwear-chanel-paris-fashion-week-anne-hathaway?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 12 Dec 2025 22:00:10 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre When Chanel announced earlier this year that it would hold its Métiers d’Art 2026 show in New York, it was months before newly appointed creative director Matthieu Blazy would make his debut at the house. His first collection for the storied maison, the spring/summer 2026 collection, ended up being the buzziest show of Paris Fashion Week in October and delivered a masterclass in how to reset a label and reinvent its codes while still staying true to its heritage. The show marked the start of a... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3334994/chanels-metiers-dart-2026-show-was-ode-new-york-city-life-matthieu-blazy?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3334994/chanels-metiers-dart-2026-show-was-ode-new-york-city-life-matthieu-blazy?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Dec 2025 03:48:50 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre Two months after a spectacular show that marked the debut of recently appointed creative director Matthieu Blazy, Chanel heads to New York for the launch of its Métiers d’Art 2026 collection. Unique to Chanel, the Métiers d’Art range celebrates the maison’s unsung heroes, from embroiderer Lesage to milliner Maison Michel. The artisans of these legendary ateliers are behind Chanel’s most intricate creations, including its one-of-a-kind haute couture garments. In anticipation of the Métiers d’Art... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3334831/chanels-bruno-pavlovsky-matthieu-blazys-first-collection-and-state-market-ahead-metiers-dart-2026?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3334831/chanels-bruno-pavlovsky-matthieu-blazys-first-collection-and-state-market-ahead-metiers-dart-2026?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 02 Dec 2025 02:57:06 +0000 Annie Brown Annie Brown From Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel in her signature “ropes and ropes” of faux pearls to Dua Lipa performing at London’s Wembley Stadium in custom Swarovski sparkles, costume jewellery has always made maximum impact. Kenneth Jay Lane, hailed as the “king of costume jewellery” in his day, is a case in point. His bold pieces certainly transformed modes of glamour and aspiration, with his creations worn by the likes of Elizabeth Taylor and Audrey Hepburn as well as Wallis Simpson, the Duchess of... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3330913/coco-chanel-dua-lipa-how-costume-jewellery-became-symbol-empowerment?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3330913/coco-chanel-dua-lipa-how-costume-jewellery-became-symbol-empowerment?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 02 Nov 2025 14:00:09 +0000 Joshua Hendren Joshua Hendren Moonstone is having a moment. Known for its soft glow and shifting colours, it’s a gemstone that jewellers from big-name houses to independent designers are increasingly turning to. But while it’s enjoying a surge in popularity, moonstone has been used in jewellery for centuries. In ancient Rome, moonstone was steeped in mythology. It was said to be formed from solidified moonlight, with some believing the image of the moon goddess Diana could be seen within its surface. In India, it was – and... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3329615/moonstones-timeless-allure-shines-chanel-pomellato-and-tiffany-co-collections?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3329615/moonstones-timeless-allure-shines-chanel-pomellato-and-tiffany-co-collections?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 20 Oct 2025 10:00:10 +0000 Divia Harilela Divia Harilela Leather has always played a starring role in the history of luxury brands, from Hermès’ beginnings as a saddle maker, to Prada’s first collection of leather handbags launched in 1913. With a luxe feel yet also durable, this functional material has long been prized for its beauty and versatility, making it the perfect foundation for a range of items from luggage to small goods and accessories. While leather goods are available across various price points, a small group of luxury brands have taken... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3328937/signature-leathers-and-luxury-brands-shaped-them-louis-vuitton-chanel?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3328937/signature-leathers-and-luxury-brands-shaped-them-louis-vuitton-chanel?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 14 Oct 2025 20:00:10 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre When Chanel appointed Matthieu Blazy as its new creative director late last year, some industry insiders griped that the powers that be at the storied house wouldn’t give him free rein to express his creativity. How wrong they were. His debut at Chanel at the end of a very long Paris Fashion Week was a riot of creativity. Bold and audacious, his first show for the brand was hands down the most awaited debut in recent fashion history. This was a historic moment in fashion, not only because... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3328072/paris-fashion-week-matthieu-blazys-audacious-chanel-debut-brings-fresh-creativity-iconic-french?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3328072/paris-fashion-week-matthieu-blazys-audacious-chanel-debut-brings-fresh-creativity-iconic-french?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 07 Oct 2025 02:35:19 +0000 SCMP Style Reporter SCMP Style Reporter In June, Chanel chose Kyoto, Japan’s ancient capital, to present its new Reach for the Stars high jewellery collection. There, the brand unveiled pieces that not only paid homage to the shimmering celestial bodies long synonymous with the house’s jewellery, but also nodded to the maison’s iconic founder. In 1932, Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel chose heavenly motifs for her only high jewellery collection, presented in Paris. It has gone down as one of her most remarkable achievements, setting a... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3327354/style-shoot-chanels-reach-stars-high-jewellery-collection?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3327354/style-shoot-chanels-reach-stars-high-jewellery-collection?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 03 Oct 2025 02:00:08 +0000 Cat Nelson Cat Nelson It was August 1939 and World War II would break out only weeks later. That month, Horst P. Horst photographed what would become his most iconic image, Mainbocher Corset. “He describes finishing the shoot at 4am,” says Duncan Forbes, head of photography at the Victoria and Albert Museum, London. “He then went to Le Havre and jumped on the SS Normandie at 7am, which was the last ship to New York, and then Europe was finished.” Born in Germany in 1906 and based for much of his life in Paris and... https://www.scmp.com/postmag/culture/article/3323331/photographer-style-horst-p-horst-showcased-macau-exhibition?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/postmag/culture/article/3323331/photographer-style-horst-p-horst-showcased-macau-exhibition?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 27 Aug 2025 11:00:10 +0000 Annie Brown Annie Brown High jewellery season is, to be sure, the most exhilarating romp through the world’s most glamorous and exotic locations as the top maisons set out to woo their top clients. With good reason too. In a luxury slump, jewellery – and especially high jewellery – remains a bright (and glittering) spot. According to research released by global consultancy Bain as well as the Altagamma Foundation, an association of Italian luxury brands, luxury spending as a whole declined by 1 to 3 per cent in 2024.... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3319294/biggest-high-jewellery-drops-2025-louis-vuittons-virtuosity-and-chanels-reach-stars-cartiers-en?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3319294/biggest-high-jewellery-drops-2025-louis-vuittons-virtuosity-and-chanels-reach-stars-cartiers-en?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 24 Jul 2025 22:00:09 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre The autumn/winter 2026 haute couture shows are under way in Paris. While this season is a bit lacking in excitement due to the absence of big names such as Dior and Valentino, haute couture is still the pinnacle of fashion – the ultimate embodiment of the savoir faire of centuries-old ateliers in Paris and beyond. Here’s a look at three of the biggest shows of the week so far. Schiaparelli: Back to the Future During a recent conversation in Hong Kong, Schiaparelli owner Diego Della Valle, also... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3317490/paris-haute-couture-week-2025-chanel-pays-homage-house-codes-ahead-matthieu-blazys-debut?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3317490/paris-haute-couture-week-2025-chanel-pays-homage-house-codes-ahead-matthieu-blazys-debut?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 09 Jul 2025 03:57:19 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre This season’s jewellery brings a mix of creativity and storytelling, from the Oscar statuette look inspired by Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel to the bee- and honeycomb-inspired Bee de Chaumet collection. Meanwhile, Messika and Boucheron show their technical chops with a fresh, modern take on some of their most classic designs. Nadine Ghosn, on the other hand, has very much gone in the opposite direction: turning everyday essentials into jewellery, even fashioning items of dental hygiene into desirable... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3317207/5-jewellery-houses-showing-how-varied-inspiration-can-be-chanel-and-chaument-reference-iconic-forms?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3317207/5-jewellery-houses-showing-how-varied-inspiration-can-be-chanel-and-chaument-reference-iconic-forms?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 08 Jul 2025 22:00:09 +0000