C.hanel accelerate with the Resort. And choose the Monte-Carlo Beach Hotel to present a collection that quickly climbs the bar of glamor. Racing inspirations and brilliant accents in a jewel keythe two main “sponsors” of the Cruise 2023 fashion show, which saw the quay of the iconic hotel in France transformed into a catwalk. On the edge of the riviera, in addition to umbrellas and striped cabins in pure French style, a parterre of stars, from Caroline of Monaco to Vanessa Paradis to Kristen Stewart.
Chanel Resort 2023 fashion show, accelerator on style
The starting point of the creative director Virginie Viardnot only the exclusivity of the Principality, but also the sporting event for which it is known all over the world: the Formula 1 circuit. The racing catwalk saw the recognizable symbols of the aesthetics of this renowned place whizzing by, mixed with the classics Chanel: bodysuits reminiscent of racing suits, racing jackets with contrasting buttons, t-shirts with F1 car prints, bikers, V-shaped sweaters, midi skirts and tweed jackets embellished with black and white checkered pattern of the flag or revisited in a white and pink version.
A look from Chanel Resort 2022/2023 (Photo: Chanel).
On the side accessories of the Chanel show in Monte Carlo, in her hands pilot logo helmets, casino-themed bags, even pumps – because the girls of Monaco often take a walk on the sand out of season, taking off their slingbacks. On the head, sequined baseball cap with the inscription Chanel N ° 1on the feet, running sneakers or ballet flats in black satin inspired by ballet, another Monegasque institution.
A look from Chanel Resort 2022/2023 (Photo: Chanel).
Chanel Resort 2023: the jewels for the race
But to stand out in this surprisingly casual look for a Chanel Cruise show, it is above all the jewelry: there is no outfit that does not present at least one, and all of them appear not only brilliant, but very studied. On the other hand, on the plages Monegasque wearing bijoux and even diamonds is almost a tradition. So go ahead with choker-bibs decorated with flowers and sequins, wheel-shaped earrings, beaded sautoir, bangle cuffs but also bag necklaces with iconic bags as pendants. Elastic belts that recall those of pilots also become precious thanks to buckles decorated with the double C.
A detail of Chanel Resort 2022/2023 (Photo: Getty Images).
In pole position, Charlotte Casiraghi
Carefree and bright days between spring and summer, spent between the beach, swimming pool, boat, tennis courts. And the appointment with the inevitable Grand Prixwhich is held precisely in this period.
On the other hand, the relationship with the Principality of Chanel has a long history, immortalized in the pre-show teaser by Sofia and Roman Coppola, with new interpreters of an evergreen aesthetic inspired by archival images, in pure old money style. Karl Lagerfeld’s villa, La Vigie, overlooking the hotel. Not to mention that one of the most fervent supporters of the Maison comes from the Chanel fashion show from Monte Carlo: Charlotte Casiraghithe second child of Princess Caroline of Monaco and Stefano Casiraghi, enjoying the show in the parterre in a denim racing suit – after appearing on horseback on the catwalk for Haute Couture 2022.
“The first time I saw Carolina she was on the beach in Monaco. She wore a black draped dress, very thin tights and heels, ”recalls Virginie Viard. Inspiration served.
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