Friday, 9 September 2011

Chanel-O!: Vogue's Fashion's Night Out London (Part Une)

After finally managing to attend my first Vogue's Fashion's Night Out last night in London, I have to say...

...it was FABULOUS! Everyone was out, bloggers, fashionistas, celebs and plebs alike, altogether celebrating a night full of style, creativity, free cocktails and a whole lot of goodie bags. It was great to see and take part in an event that is totally inclusive and not intimidating. Having said that, it did took me a good half hour to let my hair down and enjoy the ambience. The air was heavy with high energy, colourful vibes and live music. At one point, I had to stand still to take a moment to breathe it all in. It was absolutely surreal being there, especially since I have only ever read about the event and seen photos online. Being present and experiencing the excitement and the temptation to break my bank account first hand was definitely so much better, and I can tell you now, it has only just begun. 



Now in terms of what we actually did, and by 'we' I mean me and my friend Mimi, let me give you an account of how the evening went down for us. We set off for Harrods to see the Chanel 'Une Promenade' exhibit to have a look at what Alex Loves described as 'Disneyland but in Chanel'. It was spectacular. Photography wasn't allowed inside the exhibit, so I'm afraid I don't have a photo right next to the gargantuan 2.55 bag, but I do have one blowing kisses at the Chanel Aslan. On the third floor, search for any person wearing  the iconic Camelia to lead you through a curtain of pearls. Beyond this cascade of shimmering beads lie the magic that is Chanel. The exhibit was divided into different sections; one room showed a video installation of how the Classic 2.55 Bag is made, while another showcased the ubiquitous Numéro 5 Parfum and its historic faces. Unkle Karl (or at least a cutout of him) stood in one section, inscrutably looking at visitors while the iconic Harrod's Stuffed Bear lounged around the next room, clad in Chanel tweed suits. What made me giddy and super fluttery though was the couture installation, where they had mannequins dressed in some of the most beautiful couture dressea I have ever laid my eyes on. Never mind the huge boxes that come with the apparel when you order them (cue Carrie Bradshaw and her Vivienne Westwood moment!). Along with my photos I am putting up some of Alex Loves as well, so you too can get an idea of what it's like and to prompt you to get off your ass and go to see for yourself. 














Fantabulous! The exhibit runs from the 6th to the 24th of September. Don't miss out on the fun!

xoxo

[images (from the 5th one, onwards) courtesy of Alex Loves)


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