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Chanel

(香奈尔)

Chanel

香奈尔

Our coverage of the high fashion house's haute couture, ready-to-wear clothes, accessories and fragrances

Chairman / President

Alain Wertheimer

CEO / Managing Director

Leena Nair

CFO / Finance Director

Philippe Blondiaux

Industry

Fashion & Beauty

Website

chanel.com

Headquarters address

5 Barlow Place London, W1J 6DG United Kingdom

Year founded

1910

The Ethereal Jadeite Necklace is the centrepiece of Christie’s Hong Kong’s Magnificent Jewels auction on May 26, part of Hong Kong Luxury Week. Photo: Handout

Style Edit

Style Edit: Christie’s Hong Kong Luxury Week features a jadeite masterpiece

The week of sales coincides with the house’s 40th anniversary in the region and puts stand-out wines, handbags and watches in the spotlight.

18 May 2026 - 10:00AM

Fashion

Chloe Chen’s Repulse Bay boutique blends vintage charm with modern elegance

11 May 2026 - 3:00PM

Style Edit

Style shoot: Chanel’s Métiers d’Art collection celebrates artistry and New York

9 May 2026 - 7:19AM

Celebrity style

Met Gala 2026: What did the stars wear to fashion’s biggest night?

The theme this year was Fashion is Art, and stars did not disappoint – Kylie Jenner wore Schiaparelli, and Blackpink’s Rosé stunned in Saint Laurent.

5 May 2026 - 4:28PM

Co-chairs Nicole Kidman, Lauren Sanchez Bezos and Anna Wintour at the 2026 Met Gala, the annual benefit for the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute, in New York. Photo: APA

Louis Vuitton

Louis Vuitton unveils Mythica high jewellery collection in Marrakech

Stars including Ana de Armas, Léa Seydoux, Alicia Vikander and Shin Min-a were at the unveiling of the 110-piece line, arranged across 11 chapters.

4 May 2026 - 12:01PM

Beauty

Coloured lashes are back – and Dua Lipa is leading the multi-hued flutter

Mascara is going beyond black and brown to embrace shades from subtle burgundy to bold blue, with stars like Millie Bobby Brown leading the flutter.

3 May 2026 - 4:00AM

Cinema

The Devil Wears Prada: the film’s impact then and now

Starring Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep and Emily Blunt, the film’s commentary on the fashion world – and Chanel costuming galore – remain as relevant as ever.

28 Apr 2026 - 6:00AM

Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep and Emily Blunt in the original Devil Wears Prada movie. Photo: Handout

Jewellery

Why black jewellery is in, among luxury brands as well as celebrities

From big names like Boucheron to independent designers from Anabela Chan to Repossi, jewellers are leaning into black.

27 Apr 2026 - 6:00PM

Style Edit

Style Edit: Chanel’s watch and jewellery releases, from J12 to a chessboard

Chanel’s president of watches and fine jewellery, Frédéric Grangié, discusses the Nœud de Camélia watch, Chanel Coco Game collection and more.

27 Apr 2026 - 10:00AM

Timepieces

8 smaller women’s watches that made a big impact at Watches and Wonders

Dainty yet highly decorated pieces from brands like Chanel, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Chopard, Bulgari and Audemars Piguet redefine opulence and steal the spotlight.

25 Apr 2026 - 6:00AM

Piaget’s Sixtie watch is a prime example of this year’s smaller models, which make an impact with their elegance or else their ornate finishes. Photo: Handout

Celebrity style

How to Style like Kristen Stewart, Sofia Coppola, Nick Jonas and Jeff Goldblum

Pair several striped pieces with classic accessories like Stewart, or choose pinstripes for sophistication and elegance like Jonas.

24 Apr 2026 - 4:00AM

All about stripes! How Sofia Coppola, Kristen Stewart, Nick Jonas and Jeff Goldblum rock the look. Photos: GC Images; Variety via Getty Images; WWD via Getty Images; Getty Images

Watches and Wonders

Watches and Wonders 2026: travel disruptions and glittering debuts

Richemont’s 10 maisons created plenty of buzz, while Patrick Dempsey dropped in at Tag Heuer and Usher is expected at Jaeger-LeCoultre.

20 Apr 2026 - 2:45PM

Style Edit

Style Edit: Chanel opens the doors to le19M, a secret world of couture artisans

Inside le19M, Chanel’s dedicated new home for métiers d’art, centuries of savoir‑faire meet a new vision of couture craftsmanship.

14 Apr 2026 - 12:53PM

Beauty

The latest beauty drops from Chanel, Le Labo, Make Up For Ever and more

Grab some Paddington Bear themed soaps or wardrobe staples evoking your self-care routine, and how far would you go for a comb?

7 Apr 2026 - 10:00AM

Our latest round-up of beauty product releases crosses all categories. Photo: Handout

Timepieces

How diamonds are reshaping luxury watches, from Chanel to Cartier

Luxury maisons including Van Cleef & Arpels and Jaeger-LeCoultre are going beyond bling, revolutionising horology with functional diamonds.

7 Apr 2026 - 6:00AM

Chanel’s J12 Bleu Diamond Tourbillon is a limited edition watch. Photo: Handout

Fame and celebrity

Style according to ... TV presenter and entrepreneur Georgina Wilson-Burnand

The TV presenter and Sunnies entrepreneur shares her style icons including Carolyn Bessette, Manila hang-outs, and love for gifting locally woven pieces.

15 Apr 2026 - 5:52PM

Fashion

Polo shirt reboot: how Ralph Lauren and Chanel are redefining preppy

Gigi Hadid’s Guest in Residence has both short- and long-sleeved polos, while Miuccia Prada’s takes have ranged from subversive to buttoned-up.

5 Apr 2026 - 6:00AM

Timepieces

Colourful watches: the simple upgrade that celebrities are obsessed with

The Marty Supreme star’s Urban Jürgensen UJ-2 had a custom orange strap, while the rapper’s Pierre Balmain watch was a lush dark green.

31 Mar 2026 - 6:00AM

Timothée Chalamet, Tyler the Creator and Canadian businessman Kevin O’Leary show off watches with coloured straps at December’s New York premiere of Marty Supreme. Photo: Variety via Getty Images

Fashion

Q&A | Kim Jones on Areal, his new line with Chinese outerwear maker Bosideng

On a visit to Hong Kong, the British designer shares why his collaboration with Bosideng was years in the making – and why ‘Made in China’ is better than most people think.

30 Mar 2026 - 10:00AM

Fashion

Why worn-out designer handbags are the ultimate status symbols

Jane Birkin’s insouciance with her namesake Hermès bag started it all, and Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen were often seen with bashed-about Birkins in the 2000s.

24 Mar 2026 - 7:00PM

Style Edit

Style Edit: The 2026 awards season was all about Matthieu Blazy’s Chanel

At this year’s Baftas, Golden Globes and Oscars, many of those nominated for awards wore Chanel looks drawn from Blazy’s first 4 collections for the house.

23 Mar 2026 - 10:00AM

Actresses Teyana Taylor, Jessie Buckley and Nicole Kidman all showed they were Chanel fans at the 2026 Oscars, wearing looks drawn from Matthieu Blazy’s first four collections for the house. Photos: Getty Images

Fashion

In their words: Hilary Tsui on her favourite moments in fashion in Hong Kong

The former actress on Karl Lagerfeld’s Chanel couture show, home-grown labels Lau Hei and Yat Pit, and style icons Maggie Cheung and Edison Chen.

21 Mar 2026 - 7:00PM

Beauty

The fashion month hair and make-up looks that caught our eye

Beauty highlights of the fall/winter 2026 fashion weeks also included smoky kohl eyes at Dior and Prada’s ‘tired girl’ make-up sported by Bella Hadid and Liu Wen.

18 Mar 2026 - 7:00PM

Fame and celebrity

Meet Rafael Olarra, Pedro Pascal’s rumoured boyfriend – and Luke Evans’ ex

Pascal turned heads at the Oscars in Chanel with a new, clean-shaven look – but the internet is also curious about the creative director he might be dating...

18 Mar 2026 - 6:00PM

Academy Awards

What did stars wear to the Oscars 2026?

Meanwhile, Emma Stone wore a ‌liquid silver Louis Vuitton dress, and Teyana Taylor stunned in Chanel.

16 Mar 2026 - 2:03PM

Timothée Chalamet in Givenchy, Jessie Buckley in Chanel, and Michael B. Jordan in Louis Vuitton on the Oscars 2026 red carpet. Photos: AFP, Reuters, EPA

Celebrity children

Meet Dree Hemingway, who plays Daryl Hannah in FX’s Love Story

The model-turned-actress, who has worked with Calvin Klein and Chanel, says being a nepo baby made her put more pressure on herself.

12 Mar 2026 - 6:00PM

Dree Hemingway plays Daryl Hannah in FX’s Love Story. Photos: Reuters, @KaiseratCB/X

Icons and Influencers

In their words: Kevin Poon’s favourite trends in Hong Kong and beyond

The cultural entrepreneur is one of the city’s most connected creatives, with Pharrell Williams, David Beckham – and, of course, Clot co-founder Edison Chen – on his speed dial.

17 Mar 2026 - 3:46PM

Paris Fashion Week

Paris Fashion Week 2026: Matthieu Blazy’s Chanel revolution

Blazy’s collection included Chanel’s signature skirt suits in silicone and other synthetic materials, with sequins and floral flourishes.

10 Mar 2026 - 10:45AM

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Style Edit: Christie’s Hong Kong Luxury Week features a jadeite masterpiece

The week of sales coincides with the house’s 40th anniversary in the region and puts stand-out wines, handbags and watches in the spotlight.

Chloe Chen’s Repulse Bay boutique blends vintage charm with modern elegance

Style shoot: Chanel’s Métiers d’Art collection celebrates artistry and New York

Met Gala 2026: What did the stars wear to fashion’s biggest night?

The theme this year was Fashion is Art, and stars did not disappoint – Kylie Jenner wore Schiaparelli, and Blackpink’s Rosé stunned in Saint Laurent.

Louis Vuitton unveils Mythica high jewellery collection in Marrakech

Stars including Ana de Armas, Léa Seydoux, Alicia Vikander and Shin Min-a were at the unveiling of the 110-piece line, arranged across 11 chapters.

Coloured lashes are back – and Dua Lipa is leading the multi-hued flutter

Mascara is going beyond black and brown to embrace shades from subtle burgundy to bold blue, with stars like Millie Bobby Brown leading the flutter.

The Devil Wears Prada: the film’s impact then and now

Starring Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep and Emily Blunt, the film’s commentary on the fashion world – and Chanel costuming galore – remain as relevant as ever.

Why black jewellery is in, among luxury brands as well as celebrities

From big names like Boucheron to independent designers from Anabela Chan to Repossi, jewellers are leaning into black.

Style Edit: Chanel’s watch and jewellery releases, from J12 to a chessboard

Chanel’s president of watches and fine jewellery, Frédéric Grangié, discusses the Nœud de Camélia watch, Chanel Coco Game collection and more.

8 smaller women’s watches that made a big impact at Watches and Wonders

Dainty yet highly decorated pieces from brands like Chanel, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Chopard, Bulgari and Audemars Piguet redefine opulence and steal the spotlight.

How to Style like Kristen Stewart, Sofia Coppola, Nick Jonas and Jeff Goldblum

Pair several striped pieces with classic accessories like Stewart, or choose pinstripes for sophistication and elegance like Jonas.

Watches and Wonders 2026: travel disruptions and glittering debuts

Richemont’s 10 maisons created plenty of buzz, while Patrick Dempsey dropped in at Tag Heuer and Usher is expected at Jaeger-LeCoultre.

Style Edit: Chanel opens the doors to le19M, a secret world of couture artisans

Inside le19M, Chanel’s dedicated new home for métiers d’art, centuries of savoir‑faire meet a new vision of couture craftsmanship.

The latest beauty drops from Chanel, Le Labo, Make Up For Ever and more

Grab some Paddington Bear themed soaps or wardrobe staples evoking your self-care routine, and how far would you go for a comb?

How diamonds are reshaping luxury watches, from Chanel to Cartier

Luxury maisons including Van Cleef & Arpels and Jaeger-LeCoultre are going beyond bling, revolutionising horology with functional diamonds.

Style according to ... TV presenter and entrepreneur Georgina Wilson-Burnand

The TV presenter and Sunnies entrepreneur shares her style icons including Carolyn Bessette, Manila hang-outs, and love for gifting locally woven pieces.

Polo shirt reboot: how Ralph Lauren and Chanel are redefining preppy

Gigi Hadid’s Guest in Residence has both short- and long-sleeved polos, while Miuccia Prada’s takes have ranged from subversive to buttoned-up.

Colourful watches: the simple upgrade that celebrities are obsessed with

The Marty Supreme star’s Urban Jürgensen UJ-2 had a custom orange strap, while the rapper’s Pierre Balmain watch was a lush dark green.

.css-19im5qg{color:#c79a00;}Q&A | Kim Jones on Areal, his new line with Chinese outerwear maker Bosideng

On a visit to Hong Kong, the British designer shares why his collaboration with Bosideng was years in the making – and why ‘Made in China’ is better than most people think.

Why worn-out designer handbags are the ultimate status symbols

Jane Birkin’s insouciance with her namesake Hermès bag started it all, and Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen were often seen with bashed-about Birkins in the 2000s.

Style Edit: The 2026 awards season was all about Matthieu Blazy’s Chanel

At this year’s Baftas, Golden Globes and Oscars, many of those nominated for awards wore Chanel looks drawn from Blazy’s first 4 collections for the house.

In their words: Hilary Tsui on her favourite moments in fashion in Hong Kong

The former actress on Karl Lagerfeld’s Chanel couture show, home-grown labels Lau Hei and Yat Pit, and style icons Maggie Cheung and Edison Chen.

The fashion month hair and make-up looks that caught our eye

Beauty highlights of the fall/winter 2026 fashion weeks also included smoky kohl eyes at Dior and Prada’s ‘tired girl’ make-up sported by Bella Hadid and Liu Wen.

Meet Rafael Olarra, Pedro Pascal’s rumoured boyfriend – and Luke Evans’ ex

Pascal turned heads at the Oscars in Chanel with a new, clean-shaven look – but the internet is also curious about the creative director he might be dating...

What did stars wear to the Oscars 2026?

Meanwhile, Emma Stone wore a ‌liquid silver Louis Vuitton dress, and Teyana Taylor stunned in Chanel.

Meet Dree Hemingway, who plays Daryl Hannah in FX’s Love Story

The model-turned-actress, who has worked with Calvin Klein and Chanel, says being a nepo baby made her put more pressure on herself.

In their words: Kevin Poon’s favourite trends in Hong Kong and beyond

The cultural entrepreneur is one of the city’s most connected creatives, with Pharrell Williams, David Beckham – and, of course, Clot co-founder Edison Chen – on his speed dial.

Paris Fashion Week 2026: Matthieu Blazy’s Chanel revolution

Blazy’s collection included Chanel’s signature skirt suits in silicone and other synthetic materials, with sequins and floral flourishes.

Q&A | Kim Jones on Areal, his new line with Chinese outerwear maker Bosideng