Organza babydolls, a top in sunray pleats, striped Bermuda shorts and double-breasted jackets worn open with hands in pockets—Chanel’s Spring-Summer collection is leisure meets luxury. “[It] is an ode to liberty and to movement, and tells a story that has its origins in the gardens of the villa Noailles,” explains Virginie Viard, Chanel’s art director. Waists are low, heels are flat. Suits are lightweight with no epaulettes or lining. Stripes, checks and patchworks pack visual punch while terrycloth, tweed and denim play on texture. It is all about the motion: cardigans are worn like dresses, wide-leg shorts and asymmetrical skirts are adorned with bows and pleats. And to complete the outfit, the camera bag that is literally in the shape of a camera is a must. Backstage at the Grand Palais Éphémère, a similar atmosphere of play permeates. We think it is yet more proof that fashion influences our emotions and attitude. E L I T E G E N • S p r I N G • 2 0 2 4 25
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