If you live in New York City, you know that there are days when the city almost crushes you. The traffic is unbearable, the trains are delayed, and the rain seems never-ending. But then, there are moments of magic that make you fall in love with the city all over again. One such magical moment happened at Matthieu Blazy’s Chanel Metiers d’art show.
The anticipation was high for Blazy’s second Chanel show, following his widely acclaimed debut just two months prior in Paris. And he did not disappoint. Blazy presented a collection that can only be described as truly outstanding.
The setting for the show was the decommissioned Bowery station of the J and Z lines, which had been transformed for the occasion. The atmosphere was set with speakers playing train sounds, old-school pay phones, and custom-built benches over the tracks. It was a nod to Karl Lagerfeld’s iconic destination shows, and a fitting location for Blazy’s vision.
As the show began, an actual MTA train pulled into the station, with models pouring out onto the platform. Each model represented a different New York archetype, from students in silk jeans to society doyennes in billowing capes. Blazy captured the essence of the city with references to different eras and personas, creating a vibrant and diverse collection.
The handwork in the collection was exquisite, with intricate beadwork and feather details from masterful ateliers like Lesage and Lemarié. Blazy’s designs moved away from the traditional double-C logo aesthetic, opting for a more diverse and inclusive look. Chanel for the people? It certainly seemed that way.
The energy of the collection was infectious, leaving guests with a sense of exhilaration and joy. And as Blazy prepares for his next collection for the house, haute couture, the excitement continues to build.
In a city that can sometimes overwhelm, Matthieu Blazy’s Chanel Metiers d’art show was a reminder of the magic that New York has to offer. It was a moment of beauty and inspiration, a true love letter to the city that never sleeps.
