FASHION Magazine
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The chronicles of John Galliano and the quickest pardon in fashion history
As is the case with virtually any news story these days, the developments in the John Galliano story⎯the designer being accused of hurling anti-Semitic insults at an (incidentally non-Jewish) couple while drinking at the Paris café, Le Perle⎯can be measured in tweets, quotes and snippets. Given the proliferated speed at which these bits are published and publicized, it’s amazing to witness how quickly the industry’s reaction has gone from appalled to forgiving to looking forward to the designer’s imminent replacement at Dior. Given the industry’s propensity for forgetfulness⎯history has made fools of those who once condemned Coco Chanel for her involvement with the Nazis or Kate Moss for being caught with cocaine⎯we have no doubt that Galliano will be back at the top in no time. All references to the frankly horrifying severity of his remarks will vanish and whereas Chanel’s and Moss’s actions took years to do the same, Galliano’s have almost done so in a matter of 14 days. Meanwhile, as rumours swirl for a possible replacement by Riccardo Tisci, Alber Elbaz and Marc Jacobs, we take a look back at the quickest judgment turnarounds in fashion history.
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PFW diary: Panthers at Givenchy, falcons at Hermès, colour-blocked fur at Celine
There are many reasons why it is so much more enriching to be here in Paris seeing the fall 2011 collections firsthand, rather than simply viewing them on the web. Being alongside buyers and press from around the world puts everything in context.
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PFW: Spotting trends and Galliano replacements at Akris, Jean Paul Gaultier and Haider Ackermann
It is always about five days into a fashion week that the trends become crystal clear. And lo and behold, there I was this morning at Akris, the 5th day of the Paris fall 2011 shows and here is what was scribbled in my notebook:
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PFW diary: The legacy of Christian Dior
Bravo to the house of Christian Dior for handling the Galliano debacle with tact and elegance. In a tent at the Musee Rodin, Sidney Toledano, Dior CEO, addressed the crowd, reminding them of the history of the house. He pointed out the legacy of founder, Christian Dior, who loved both women and feminine beauty. He also called to mind the house’s strongly held values of craftsmanship and technique.
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Fashion news: Karl Lagerfeld is “furious” with John Galliano
While the likes of Franca Sozzani and Patricia Fields have rushed to John Galliano‘s defense in the fallout since his Anti-Semitic remarks, Karl Lagerfeld has some harsh words for the disgraced designer. “I’m furious, if you want to know. I’m furious that it could happen, because the question is no longer even whether he really said it. The image has gone around the world. It’s a horrible image for fashion, because they think that every designer and everything in fashion is like this. This is what makes me crazy in that story,” he says. [WWD]
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Update: Galliano apologizes, is rumoured to have head to rehab
In the latest development in the John Galliano saga, the designer has issued an apology for his Anti-Semitic remarks last Friday, stating that though he was provoked, “Anti-Semitism and racism have no part in our society. I unreservedly apologize for my behaviour in causing any offence.” Moreover, it is rumoured that Galliano is heading to The Meadows rehab centre in Arizona, the same centre that treated Elton John and Donatella Versace.
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Breaking news: Galliano officially out at Dior
WWD is reporting that Christian Dior has officially fired designer, John Galliano. In a statement released by the house, Sidney Toledano, Dior’s president and chief officer firmly condemned Galliano’s behaviour, stating that his comments were in direct opposition to their core values. Despite the recent developments, the house plans to go on with its fall 2011 show slated for this Friday.
Meanwhile, Natalie Portman, the most recent face of Dior Parfums has disassociated herself from the designer, stating, “As an individual who is proud to be Jewish, I will not be associated with Mr. Galliano in any way. I hope at the very least, these terrible comments remind us to reflect and act upon combating these still-existing prejudices that are the opposite of all that is beautiful.”
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Update: Galliano is interrogated by police, video evidence released
If optimists were still holding out for evidence to the contrary, The Sun has obtained a video that shows John Galliano uttering Anti-Semitic slurs, similar to those he was arrested for saying last Friday. Galliano was interrogated by police earlier today about the last week’s incident. Arriving at the police station, the designer was mobbed by the paparazzi, as captured by The Telegraph in this video.
Meanwhile, with Paris fashion week beginning on Tuesday and the Dior show still on the schedule, the fashion world holds its breath for the official news from the house. Its hard to imagine how a house that is legendary for spinning such magic with silk and tulle can spin its way out of this one without severing all ties to the designer.
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Fashion news: John Galliano has been suspended from Dior
Designer John Galliano is awaiting investigation into his alleged comments. The Dior fashion house has apparently suspended him just a week before the fall ready-to-wear show. [The New York Times]
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Couture diary: Christian Dior’s everlasting ode to the New Look
I don’t know what bigger news is: the return of the ‘80s pouf at Christian Dior’s spring 2011 haute couture show, or designer John Galliano’s own new ‘do, a lush and healthy-looking pixie. Very sexy and gamine!
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Fashion news: Ben Mulroney to do pocket square collabo, people still asking Crystal Renn about weight loss
UK retailer Harvey Nichols holiday commercial features adorable dogs being bought and sold as accessories. That sounds about right. [Elle UK]Ben Mulroney will be teaming up with necktie manufacturer Braemore Neckwear to design a line of pocket squares. Toronto Life has a greatest hits gallery from the TV host’s own wardrobe. [Toronto Life]
The New York Times has declared the red carpet to be stylish again. Thank god. [NYT]
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Fashion news: Marshalls coming to Canada, see ADR shilling ricotta and Karl Lagerfeld to shill for Volkswagen
John Galliano on his own show-stopping runway outfits: “I get so immersed in the world that I am creating that – like a method actor – I tune with the muse, the story and the collection so much so that I evolve into an homage to the world I have created,” said Galliano. [Vogue UK]
Fashion journalist Robin Givhan is leaving the Washington Post after 15 years on the job. The Pulitzer Prize-winning writer will be joining Newsweek and Daily Beast team as a special correspondent for style and culture. [Fashionista]
Nicole Richie wore not one, not two, but three Marchesa gowns on her wedding day. The designer and reality TV star married longtime boyfriend Joel Madden on Saturday. [People]
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