the artistry of the CHANEL Spring-Summer 2015 Haute Couture Collection

i'm always giddy after chanel debuts a collection.  and, stumbling across this video showing behind-the-scenes handwork gave me much heart-felt joy.

there's simply no comparison to the exquisite detail, artistry and imaginative design of chanel.  the embellishments in the spring-summer 2015 haute couture collection combine bright, unique flowers and paler flowers made of fabric, sequins and some type of plastic-like paint.  it brings a whimsical yet soft femininity that evokes the coming of spring.  

i'm calling it fantasy made real.  even if one cannot afford haute couture, the inspiration that it brings is quite contagious.  the residual ripples of visual joy can be felt for days after viewing the collection.  xx, dana

if you have time, click here for the fashion show.

view the making of the CHANEL Métiers d’Art 2014/15 Paris-Salzburg collection

the artistry, design, materials and craftsmanship are just exquisite. the creativity is contagious and transports me back to happy memories of working on a chanel-inspired dress long ago.   xx, dana

view the entire show here

CHANEL N°5: The One That I Want film with Gisele Bundchen

beautifully directed by baz luhrmann (moulin rouge and the great gatsby), it is a treat for the eyes and soul.  wonderful weekend wishes, dana

visit pinterest and my collection of chanel pins here.  this is where much of my design inspiration is drawn from.

video:  chanel.com