The fashion world has been waiting with bated breath since June, sat perched in suspense as to who would replace Virginie Viard as Chanel creative director. Viard served as the creative force behind Chanel since 2019, following the passing of the late Karl Lagerfeld. Names like Hedi Slimane and Simon Porte Jacquemus were reportedly considered as candidates, sending the rumor mill into overdrive after Viard’s abrupt departure. Yet true to recent heavy speculation, Matthieu Blazy has landed himself one of the most coveted jobs in fashion as Chanel creative director. Prior to the Chanel announcement dropping, Blazy was only announced to be exiting his role at Bottega Veneta mere moments earlier. The French-Belgian designer, who has served as Bottega Veneta creative director since November 2021, is set to join the fabled French fashion house in early 2025 and will present his debut show in October.
Revisit the Chanel Pre-Fall 2025 show:
Read below the reactions of theFashionSpot’s forum members:
“CONGRATS MATTHIEU! FINALLY SOME GOOD NEWS!” [90sfan]
“Thanks GOD it’s him and not Hedi Slimane.” [matheus_s]
“Fantastic! I’m welcoming the unexpected and fresh vision for Chanel. I have no doubts that we will find the codes of the house infused in his work.” [Lola701]
“Congratulations to him! Can’t wait for his debut.” [thiago]
“All things considered. I’m just glad Chanel isn’t going with a washed-up designer or someone who’s on the descent of their career.” [blueorchid]
“Time will tell. I am more excited about his couture than RTW. Blazy will definitely excel there with the resources Chanel can give him.” [tourbillions]
“I’m optimistic. He had a strong run at Bottega Veneta and the last collection had the kind of wit and charm that could do very well being run through the Chanel filter.” [Drusilla]
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