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entirely to Chanel were undoubtedly the dozens of iconic
bouclé suits arranged in a spectacular rainbow-coloured
arc. An optic-white room showcased Chanel’s quintessential
perfume, Chanel No 5 with perfect simplicity, while by
contrast an array of dazzling sequin trouser suits, feather-
trimmed capelets and sumptuous gold embroidered coats
closed the exhibition - a truly fascinating celebration of the life
and work of Gabrielle Chanel.
Many thanks to Alumni Association Co-chairs, Anne Cyron and
Audrey Mitchell, who introduced Anne Haworth, thanked our
guests and welcomed Head, Alexandra Haydon to her first
ever FHS alumni event.
And, of course, a huge thank you to all those who attended
the biggest ever event hosted by Francis Holland’s Alumni
Association.
2024 began auspiciously when almost 100 alumni, guests and
parents enjoyed a stunning collection of Chanel's timeless
elegance at January's exclusive event, held at V&A South
Kensington.
Guests marvelled at the collection, displayed both
chronologically and thematically, with styles grouped together,
accompanied by striking and characteristically minimal
displays. The exhibition itself was supported by a fascinating
exploration of the life of Gabrielle Chanel by lecturer, scholar
and historian, Anne Haworth. Her captivating talk in the
museum’s Hochhauser auditorium layered further context to
the many visual nuances of the collection, revealing a powerful
insight into the life of Chanel, bringing the collection yet more
to life.
Highlights of the first retrospective UK exhibition dedicated
Gabrielle Chanel.
fashion Manifesto
Lecture and Private View for alumni at V&A South Kensington