CHANEL Announces the Acquisition of Charvet
CHANEL announces that it has acquired Charvet in order to support, over the long term, the passing down of unique savoir-faire and the continued existence of an iconic French heritage house, while fully respecting its creative independence.
Bruno Pavlovsky, President of Fashion Activities at Chanel and Chanel SAS, commented: “We are delighted by this association with Charvet, which holds a special resonance for Chanel. We share the same approach to savoir-faire: with exacting standards, respect, and the conviction that such skills only truly flourish when rooted in longevity. At Chanel, we have always considered it our responsibility to support, preserve, and perpetuate these rare artisanal skills, which embody both exceptional craftsmanship and an essential part of our cultural heritage. With Charvet, this resonance is even stronger, as it forms part of a shared story : Boy Capel, who played such an important role in Gabrielle Chanel’s life, was a regular client of Charvet. This connection thus extends a symbolic link, while affirming a shared commitment to the passing down of skills, the precision of craftsmanship, and the unique ability of great houses to bring heritage into dialogue with contemporary creation.”
It was following the creative dialogue between Matthieu Blazy and Charvet for his first Spring Summer 2026 Ready-to-Wear collection that the idea of a more ambitious project naturally emerged. From this encounter grew the desire to continue the dialogue, by envisaging the integration of Charvet, in order to preserve and perpetuate this savoir-faire within a lasting framework.
For Jean-Claude Colban, Managing Director of Charvet: “This project represents the coming together of two historic Parisian companies who have chosen to join forces, united by the same standards and a shared commitment to excellence. This relationship has developed quite naturally, marked by open and collaborative exchanges, and rooted in common values: the passing down of savoir-faire, the respect for craftsmanship, and the meticulous attention to quality down to the very last detail. My sister Anne-Marie and I are delighted by this new chapter in Charvet’s history, which is perfectly in keeping with the spirit and identity that have always defined our company.”
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