Who is the creative director at Chanel?

VIRGINIE VIARD
VIRGINIE VIARD, the quiet, creative force behind a stealthy reimagining of Chanel, may be a woman of few words, but she doesn’t mince them. Her conversation, as her friend the model and music producer Caroline de Maigret says, “is the opposite of small talk. She doesn’t know how to fake it.”

Did Coco Chanel and Karl Lagerfeld meet?

When Lagerfeld, who had never met Coco, took the reins of the Maison Chanel in 1983, she had been gone for 12 years, and the brand was suffering. But however mythic Karl’s persona, he could not be Coco. First, of course, he was not a woman.

Who took Chanel after she died?

Virginie Viard
After more than 30 years as the artistic director of Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld’s name is practically synonymous with the storied house. Now, in the wake of Lagerfeld’s death today (Feb. 19), Chanel has announced a successor. Virginie Viard will serve as Chanel’s new creative director.

Who took over for Karl Lagerfeld?

Kim Jones
The storied Roman fashion house and fur specialist announced on Wednesday that the British fashion designer Kim Jones would replace Karl Lagerfeld, who died in February of last year, in the role.

Who is the current creative director of Chanel?

A prolific creative mind with endless imagination, Karl Lagerfeld explored many artistic horizons, including photography and short films. The House of CHANEL benefited from his talent for all the branding campaigns related to Fashion since 1987.

When did Karl Lagerfeld become creative director of Chanel?

It is with deep sadness that the House of CHANEL announces the passing of Karl Lagerfeld, the Creative Director for the CHANEL Fashion House since 1983.

Who is the CEO of the House of Chanel?

Alain Wertheimer, CEO of CHANEL, said: “Thanks to his creative genius, generosity and exceptional intuition, Karl Lagerfeld was ahead of his time, which widely contributed to the House of CHANEL’s success throughout the world.

When did Virginie Viard start working at Chanel?

In 1987, four years after Lagerfeld was appointed as creative director in ’83, the chamberlain to Prince Rainer of Monaco recommended Viard for a position at Chanel. She subsequently joined the crew as a haute-couture embroidery intern, and so started a 32-year-long relationship with Chanel and with Lagerfeld.