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Chanel and Its Enduring Legacy in Cinema

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Chanel and Its Enduring Legacy in Cinema For decades, Chanel has shared a distinctive and enduring relationship with the world of cinema. This connection extends well beyond fashion, reflecting a sustained devotion to creativity, storytelling, and artistic expression that has shaped both the screen and the cultural imagination. The bond began with Gabrielle Chanel, who recognized early the power of film as a modern art capable of moving audiences across borders. In the early 1930s she collaborated with Hollywood productions and dressed some of the era’s most celebrated actresses, bringing a new language of elegance to the silver screen. Her pared‑back silhouettes, clean lines, and instinct for movement translated beautifully to film, establishing a lasting dialogue between fashion and cinema that continues to influence both industries. Across the decades, Chanel has supported filmmakers, actors, and cultural institutions dedicated to preserving and advancing cinematic art. The House has partnered with renowned directors and iconic performers, contributing to costume design, supporting production, and promoting works that have expanded the horizons of film. This sustained commitment rests on a belief that cinema is not only entertainment but a vital space for artistic freedom, experimentation, and cultural exchange. A recent expression of this dedication is Chanel’s partnership with Le Saint Germain des Prés cinema in Paris. By supporting the renovation and reopening of this historic venue, Chanel helps safeguard an essential cultural landmark while welcoming contemporary filmmaking and widening access to diverse cinematic experiences. The program will include screenings, retrospectives, premieres, and conversations with film personalities, creating a setting where curiosity, dialogue, and creative risk can flourish. The reopening celebration gathered House ambassadors and close friends of Chanel from across the film world, underscoring the brand’s close relationship with contemporary cinema. A preview screening of Roma Elastica, directed by Bertrand Mandico with support from Chanel, featured House ambassador Marion Cotillard in a leading role. After the screening, Cotillard joined Mandico for a conversation moderated by filmmaker, screenwriter, and poet Ramata‑Toulaye Sy, turning the evening into a lively exchange of ideas. The event encapsulated Chanel’s ongoing commitment to empowering filmmakers, elevating actors, and nurturing creative voices, while cultivating meaningful cultural dialogue within the cinematic community. Today, Chanel continues to champion cinema through collaborations with acclaimed filmmakers and performers, support for festivals and cultural institutions, and initiatives that preserve film heritage. Its longstanding involvement mirrors values that have remained remarkably consistent throughout its history: creativity anchored in craft, openness to innovation, and deep respect for artistic vision. The relationship between Chanel and cinema demonstrates how fashion and film can illuminate one another. By nurturing emerging talent alongside established artists, Chanel continues to shape the cultural landscape, ensuring that the magic of cinema remains vibrant, accessible, and inspiring for generations to come.

BackStage

CHANEL CRUISE 2026/27 SHOW IN BIARRITZ – BEAUTY BACKSTAGE

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CHANEL CRUISE 2026/27 SHOW IN BIARRITZ – BEAUTY BACKSTAGE SKINCARE: Apply a small amount of SUBLIMAGE L’EXTRAIT DE NUIT to the cheeks, forehead and neck. With both hands, smooth over the face from the centre outwards. For the neck, follow your jawline.   Apply SUBLIMAGE LA CRÈME TEXTURE UNIVERSELLE and perform: Le geste sublime radience: bend the fingers and massage from the centre of the face outwards in a wide circular motion.   For an extra touch of pampering, apply SUBLIMAGE L’EXTRAIT HUILE LÈVRES occasionally throughout the day. The golden metal applicator fits the shape of the lips perfectly and delivers just the right amount for an immediate feeling of comfort.   Apply SUBLIMAGE LA BRUME under or over makeup. Spray on each side of the face, followed by the forehead. With closed hands, help the product absorb by using your knuckles to apply light upward pressure to the face, working from the centre outwards. COMPLEXION: Apply LES BEIGES WATER-FRESH COMPLEXION TOUCH using the 2-IN-1 FOUNDATION BRUSH FLUID AND POWDER N°101.   Correct any imperfections on the face with ULTRA LE TEINT LE CORRECTEUR using the RETRACTABLE DUAL-ENDED CONCEALER BRUSH N°105 where needed.   Apply LES BEIGES HEALTHY GLOW BRONZING CREAM under the cheekbones, blending along the hollow of the cheek, from the inside to the outside of the face with the RETRACTABLE KABUKI BRUSH N°108.   Pick up a small amount of BAUME ESSENTIEL – Sculpting or BAUME ESSENTIEL – Scintillement (depending on your skin tone) with a brush or fingertips, then apply with light touches to the tops of the cheekbones for a fresh and luminous result. Gently tap to blend the product into the skin. EYES: Apply BAUME ESSENTIEL – Sculpting over the entire mobile eyelid, gently tapping with your fingers, then blending with the CONTOUR SHADER BRUSH N° 203. EYEBROWS:  Redefine your brow line using the STYLO SOURCILS HAUTE PRÉCISION, then brush them upward. LIPS:  Apply ROUGE COCO FLASH – 280 Sweet directly onto the lips with the bullet, in a single motion.    

Cinema

98th Academy Awards: Chanel’s Cinematic Influence

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98th Academy Awards: Chanel’s Cinematic Influence   Last Sunday, the 98th Academy Awards, affectionately known as the Oscars, once again captivated the world. Hollywood’s elite, a dazzling constellation of seasoned legends and rising stars, converged from every corner of the globe to celebrate the pinnacle of cinematic achievement. Yet, as much as this night is dedicated to honoring film, it is undeniably a grand spectacle of fashion, where stars become living canvases for the world’s most coveted designs. And when it comes to sartorial dominance, one brand consistently commands attention: Chanel. Indeed, a palpable coco fever swept through the event, with the iconic double C logo catching every discerning eye. The Academy Awards weekend is far more than a single Sunday night; it’s a multi-day celebration that begins with exclusive gatherings. A prime example is the highly anticipated CHANEL and Charles Finch Dinner, a ritual as integral to the Oscars experience as the ceremony itself. Held on March 14, 2026, at the opulent Polo Lounge of The Beverly Hills Hotel, this 17th annual dinner brought together cinema’s most luminous figures. Here, amidst the clinking of champagne glasses and hushed conversations, black tweed glided, pearls caught the candlelight like constellations, and silk moved with an effortless grace, framing the night before the red carpet flashes began.   Notable attendees at this exclusive pre-Oscars event included Nicole Kidman, who graced the occasion in a Chanel Pre-Fall 2026 white knot silk organza embroidered jacket and skirt. Jessie Buckley was seen in hues of celeste blue and jade, while Teyana Taylor opted for a Chanel Fall 2026 RTW ensemble. The distinguished guest list also featured Gracie Abrams, Lily-Rose Depp, Sarah Pidgeon, Al Pacino, Jessica Biel, Mick Jagger, Maya Rudolph, Elle Fanning, and Kristen Stewart. Conspicuously absent, however, was the one and only Margot Robbie. Chanel on the 98th Academy Awards Red Carpet When the main event arrived on March 15, 2026, Chanel, under the creative direction of Matthieu Blazy, continued its sartorial reign. Celebrities adorned in Chanel showcased a spectrum of designs, from custom creations to pieces fresh off the runway. Jessie Buckley, a winner for ‘Hamnet’, captivated in a custom electric blue velvet gown with a high neckline and bedazzled shoulder brooches for her on-stage appearance. Her red carpet look was a light pink bustier chiffon gown paired with a striking red satin leather stole, evoking a mid-century couture mood. This was complemented by Chanel High Jewelry, including the N°5 Drop white gold necklace and Bouton de Camélia earrings. Nicole Kidman, a long-standing Chanel ambassador, made a statement in a custom powder pink bustier dress featuring a peplum and a skirt adorned with apricot feathers, a testament to Chanel’s exquisite craftsmanship. Her look was completed with Chanel Fine Jewelry. Teyana Taylor, a nominee, chose a custom Chanel gown entirely embroidered with glass pearls and crystals, further embellished with black and white feathers, drawing inspiration from the Chanel Spring 2026 Haute Couture collection. Pedro Pascal brought old Hollywood romance to the red carpet, foregoing a traditional tuxedo jacket for a look accented with a feather brooch, Chanel eyewear, and shoes. This demonstrated the growing momentum of Chanel menswear under Matthieu Blazy.Gracie Abrams wore a navy Chanel ensemble embroidered with navy and black sequins in a floral motif, featuring a cropped top, skirt, and a navy chiffon scarf, blending youthful modernity with old Hollywood glamour. Maya Rudolph appeared in a layered silhouette with sheer detailing, showcasing the diverse range of Chanel’s designs. The 2026 Vanity Fair Oscar Party: Chanel’s After-Party PresenceThe glamour continued into the night at the exclusive 2026 Vanity Fair Oscar Party, where Chanel once again dressed some of Hollywood’s brightest stars. Kendall Jenner was a standout in a light blue dress adorned with gradient sun sequins and multiple layers of mousseline and satin in shades of blue and white, depicting a mushroom motif. This look was completed with Tiffany & Co. jewels.Teyana Taylor transitioned into a white Chanel slip dress with elegant chain straps draping down her spine for the after-party.Jessie Buckley opted for a black lurex fur dress, accessorized with Chanel High Jewellery.Nicole Kidman was seen in a Chanel Spring 2026 gold metallic fibre dress, which featured frayed edges.Gracie Abrams wore a Chanel Pre-Fall 2026 dress, styled with Chanel High Jewellery, presenting a softly romantic aesthetic.Quenlin Blackwell also wore a Chanel Spring 2026 dress. In essence, the 98th Academy Awards weekend underscored the symbiotic relationship between cinema and couture. From the intimate pre-Oscars dinner to the extraordinary red carpet and the exclusive after-parties, Chanel’s presence was undeniable, proving that on a night when cinema crowns its dreams, the letter C quietly takes its place at the center of it all, not only in Oscar, but in Chanel.

BackStage, Uncategorized

Celebrities Attending the CHANEL FW26 Show

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Chanel FW26: The Stars of the Front Row Chanel Always Brings The Stars At the unveiling of Matthieu Blazy’s Fall/Winter 2026 collection, the front row became a constellation of international talent. A gathering of cinema, music, and contemporary culture, each presence a testament to Chanel’s enduring dialogue with the world’s most influential voices. The venue itself, the iconic Grand Palais, was transformed into a vibrant “under construction” landscape, complete with towering primary-colored cranes. It was a setting that mirrored Blazy’s mission: the careful, modern reconstruction of Chanel’s heritage. images courtesy CHANEL LILY-ROSE DEPP Stepping outside her usual silhouette, Lily-Rose embraced “peak feline energy” in a leopard-print midi dress from the Pre-Fall 2026 collection. The look was topped with a matching cat-ear fascinator, a playful nod to the house’s more whimsical side under Blazy’s direction. MARGOT ROBBIE The Australian actress and long-time house ambassador debuted a striking hair transformation: a blunt, shoulder-grazing bob with wispy bangs. She paired her fresh cut with a sheer, layered ivory top and jean-inspired trousers from the Spring 2026 Haute Couture collection.  OPRAH WINFREY Making a grand return to Paris Fashion Week, Oprah Winfrey wowed in what she described as “classic Chanel” that she “upgraded and modernized.” She wore a white longline trench coat with navy blue piping over a matching midi dress, completed with a sleek high ponytail and a unique triangular handbag. OLIVIA DEAN Rising star Olivia Dean played with the collection’s most tactile elements. She wore a patterned jacket paired with a textured, feathered mermaid skirt. While the combination was visually heavy, it showcased the incredible range of fabrications Blazy is introducing to the house. TEYANA TAYLOR: Platinum Impact Teyana Taylor was arguably the most unrecognizable star of the night, debuting an icy platinum blonde bob. She layered a transparent PVC raincoat over a printed tweed ensemble, a futuristic twist that perfectly complemented the industrial, “under construction” set design. JENNIE KIM: The “Human Chanel” BLACKPINK’s Jennie took a breezier approach to front-row dressing. She wore a matching cardigan and skirt in a beaded open knit, featuring glimmering dark green embellishments. Leaning into the “exposed underwear” trend, she styled the set with a black bra and briefs, adding a pop of red with a patent leather bag. KYLIE MINOGUE Kylie Minogue the pop icon delivered a masterclass in graceful interpretation. Wearing a delicate, floral-embellished silk set from the Pre-Fall 2026 collection, Kylie’s look felt completely natural to her style, light, feminine and timelessly chic. As the cranes loomed over the Grand Palais, it was clear that Chanel is in a state of beautiful evolution. Whether it was Margot’s new bob or Jennie’s sheer knits, the front row proved that while the house is “under construction,” the foundation remains as star-studded as ever.

Opiates

The romance in bubbles: Chanel’s love letter to Valentine’s Day

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The romance in bubbles: Chanel’s love letter to Valentine’s Day This Valentine’s Day, Chanel invites you to celebrate love in its most beautiful form. Not quietly or cautiously, but wholeheartedly. For Chanel, love is generous, joyful, and meant to be felt deeply. It is the spark you feel at first glance and the warmth that stays with you long after. With a new expression of Chance, simple daily rituals become small, meaningful gestures of affection. The Chance fragrances Eau Splendide, Eau Tendre, and Eau Fraîche are now available in three new formats that make gifting, or self-gifting, even more special: liquid soap, moisturizing lotion, and body oil. Each one turns an everyday moment into something a little more indulgent and a lot more personal. The ritual can begin with the liquid soap. The luminous gel melts into a soft foam that gently perfumes the skin. Whether you are drawn to the vibrant energy of Eau Splendide, the delicate softness of Eau Tendre, or the crisp freshness of Eau Fraîche, each wash feels like a small reminder to enjoy the moment and the person you share it with. Then comes the moisturizing lotion, in a generous 400 ml bottle designed to be enjoyed daily. The texture is light and silky, leaving the skin soft, glowing, and beautifully scented. Each fragrance brings its own mood, from playful and radiant to tender and comforting, letting you choose the feeling you want to carry with you. Finally, the ritual finishes with the body oil in the iconic Chance bottle. Its satiny touch nourishes both skin and hair, adding shine and a lingering scent. It is that last detail before heading out the door or before a quiet evening in, a subtle way to keep the feeling of romance close. This Valentine’s Day is a gentle reminder that love lives in the little things: a scent you recognize on someone you care about, a shared routine, a thoughtful gift. With Chance, each bubble, each touch, each fragrance becomes a small love letter, written just for you.

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