Last night aired Chanel's Paris-Bombay 2011/12 Métier d'Art, showcasing Karl Lagerfeld's vision in a setting of regal stature.
Ravishing: the ambiance was royal, what felt like 'Mary Antoinette meets the Maharaja'. Beautiful ebony smudged eyes of models glared at you as they passed by, with Indian-inspired jewels adorning their faces, walking along lavishly fruitful tables befitting a queen. Before each guest was a full plate setting, and a tablescape as if a royal feast is to be served (and in essence it was). Everything from the crystal chandeliers to the dessert fork was present, classic French down to the last detail. Even the bowls of fruit were screaming "Renaissance"!
It is the excessive lavishness of the French siècle des Lumières merged with the haute luxe revival of the Mughals Dynasty. The entire show was a sensual and exotic marriage of colors, including bold pinks and pearls, dread-locked hair and the classic Chanel tweed ensembles (and much more).
Here are some clips from the fashion show, available for viewing on
Chanel.com.
