In true Chanel fashion, Tuesday’s Fall/Winter 2011 haute couture show was presented in an exceeding expectations theatrical show. Rather than waiting behind a simple curtain in a tent, the models stomped out of a giant pearl held under the paw of a golden Lion. Known for her classy, timeless style, the pearl is an iconic symbol most would associate with Chanel. The snarling lion is a fitting representation of Coco herself, as she was born in the month of August, making her a Leo.
Not letting the Paris Opera constructed Lion steal the show, Karl Lagerfeld’s powerful line stood so well on it’s own that the lion became a mere accessory. The bold color pallets of deep purples, chocolate browns and rich reds were accentuated by major embroidery and beading on square-cut jackets with cropped sleeves and a grouping of sparkling A-line dresses.
*Marble Lion and pearl from Coco’s apartment in Paris