CELINE Winter 2024 – ‘La Collection de l’Arc de Triomphe’ Unveiled

Amidst the storied whispers of La Salle Pleyel and beneath the watchful eyes of Le Musée Bourdelle’s sculptures, CELINE's Winter '24 Women's line, “La Collection de l’Arc de Triomphe,” emerges. Curated by the visionary Hedi Slimane, this offering is a modern tribute to time-honored elegance. Each piece, rooted in tradition yet brimming with contemporary innovation, makes its debut alongside historical masterpieces, boldly stepping into the future.

This journey through fashion intertwines lavish detail with architectural precision. Each creation, a nod to the past, showcases CELINE's unparalleled aesthetic perfection. Majestic accessories—oversized eyewear, plush fur coats, and A-line dresses with a sharpness that seems almost architectural—each adorned with the brand's signature gilt, set the stage for an opulent narrative.

From the first glance, the collection commands attention. It draws inspiration from the iconic elegance of the likes of Audrey Hepburn, reimagined for today's minimalist yet luxurious tastes. Look 11 offers a twist in the tale, its preppy silhouette crafted with such precision it seems to slice through silence, golden accents and a playful mini skirt adding layers of authority and femininity. Look 16 weaves a complex story of contrasts, marrying the edge of leather with the comfort of wool, a reflection of the collection’s rich, textural landscape.

In Look 17, bold leopard prints clash and coalesce with soft leather, crafting a narrative of refined rebellion. Look 41 revisits the charm of classic tweed, with its pairing with retro heels painting a picture of timeless appeal. Meanwhile, Look 38 delves into the decadence of fur, adding a stroke of old-world elegance to the collection’s canvas. Among the final looks, Look 54 stands out as a spectacle of feathers and freedom, an off-shoulder dress that speaks to cinematic fantasy.

Through this collection, Slimane pays a profound tribute to his mentor, Richard Avedon, echoing the legendary photographer’s emphasis on form and poise. Each piece, a dialogue between the architectural and the organic, reflects both Avedon’s legacy and CELINE’s heritage—a movement of sartorial poetry.

With the launch of CELINE Beauté, the Winter '24 Collection heralds a new era, seamlessly extending the narrative of French elegance and refined aesthetics into the realm of luxury cosmetics. Guided by Slimane's vision, this foray is inaugurated with the Parisian chic 'Rouge Triomphe' lipstick.

Encased in a gold sheath that nods to 18th-century French classicism and the sleek lines of Art Deco, this emblematic piece not only promises to redefine the luxury beauty ritual but also embodies CELINE's ethos of clean beauty and its commitment to natural ingredients. CELINE Beauté is poised to captivate with its blend of historical elegance and sophisticated poise.

Displayed against the historical backdrop of venues like La Salle Pleyel and Le Musée Bourdelle’s Salle des Plâtres, the collection reaches into the past, drawing parallels between the music and artistry that once filled these spaces and the current innovations of fabrics and form. The attention to detail extends beyond clothing and place, as evident in the artistry of make-up by Aaron de Mey, and the hairstyles by Esther Langham and Alex Brownsell.

As the CELINE woman steps boldly into the future, she does so adorned in tailored tweed and embraced by fur, not just wearing CELINE as a statement of craft but carrying forward a legacy of elegant innovation, setting a new pace of aspiration for fashion chapters yet to come.