Holy Moses folks, life is crazy. I've had a not so mid-life crisis. Not like "who am I, what am I doing here?" but more like "wtf is this bs that I must go through every day, do I choose nursing or education, and why am I always nauseated?" It isn't really that crazy I spose. For the record, I have chosen nursing for now. Anyway, my whole mental battle has been made worse by my intense/stupid/angering/hectic job, my own expectations for the summer, and my obsessive worrying about day to day events. Anyways, I am back, with a mostly solid head on my shoulders and am ready to bestow my opinions and stories upon you once again.
So, for those of you who, like me, waited with bated breath for the Resort Chanel show, you were prolly not let down. I know I wasn't. I was head over heels in love. One of my favourite Chanel lines to date. First of all, we saw a sort of new color palette. Although the last resort collection also used pastel colors, they were alot more vivid. They also consisted more of yellows and pinks, where this time round we're seeing more washed out violets and aquas and light fuschias which were just so stunning.
I also liked that despite an ever evolving "in look" Mr. Lagerfeld presented us with some traditional, classicly cut pieces like the tweed suit. It is a trademark Chanel item, and yet it is current and so chic; updated with the new colors, and the updated accessories.
On the opposite side of that coin, we were presented with some new looks from Chanel; we saw alot more denim in this line than most others. It showed up in vests, jackets, bottoms, and dresses. Although it is a fabric rarely used by Lagerfeld, he made it classicly Chanel also.
This last piece was another one of my favourites. It is just so adorable. A little retro, a little new, alot stylish, and as always, pushing the bill. I think it sort of summarized everything I loved about this show and Chanel in general.
I sort of feel like the tides are shifting ever so slightly in the design house. Just the way this line and the last few have come out. I feel like something is changing a little bit. I'm excited to see what lies ahead but nervous too. I had the weirdest thought the other day; what if the changed feeling in the last few lines is because Lagerfeld has a new protege? While most of our beloved designers have lead healthy long lives, Lagerfeld is no longer a 40-something. What will happen when he's gone? There is a nice panicky tid bit for you. I know that one has spooked me a great deal.
Anyway, have a great Victoria Day weekend!
