Not one to rest on its laurels, Chanel continues to flex its watchmaking muscle by enriching its Boy.Friend collection with new variants this year.
FROM RELAXED-FIT boyfriend jeans to oversized bomber jackets, women’s fashion taking design cues from menswear is no longer a new phenomenon. This trend can be traced back to the 1920s, when Gabrielle (or Coco, as she is better known) Chanel became one of the forward-thinking designers to incorporate traditionally male stylistic elements into her ready-towear collections.
In a departure from voluminous dresses with cinched waists popular at the time, Chanel presented jackets and pants in relaxed silhouettes. Notably, the fashion house also introduced jersey, a material more often used for male underwear at the time, into women’s apparel. Though several decades have elapsed since, the label’s penchant for borrowing from the boys continues to pervade its creations — including timekeepers.
This story is from the May 2017 edition of Prestige Singapore.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber ? Sign In
This story is from the May 2017 edition of Prestige Singapore.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber? Sign In
Sailing Into A Dream
Scenes from the fantasy feature Game of Thrones come to life in the otherworldly landscapes of the Arctic Circle.
Here Come The Sun Seats
Italian furniture has long held the crown for blending luxurious, sophisticated design with impeccable craftsmanship.
ABSOLUMENT FAB
France's premier fair for fine-art and antiques returns for its third edition inside its new home in the Grand Palais.
Through the Director's Lens
Filmmaker JIA ZHANGKE and his protégé RAFAEL MANUEL share their perspectives on life, cinema and their current projects.
THE CUTTING EDGE
Having long played quiet supporting roles in the gem industry, gem cutters are finally having their day in the sun. Four acclaimed independent master gem cutters share more about their love of the craft and the creation of their best pieces.
Spheres of Power
Following up on the gold- and titanium-focused Tiffany Titan by Pharrell Williams launch collection, the superstar now turns to pearls for a softer, but no less striking, second act.
Horological Masterpieces Reimagined
Beyond the wrist, these timekeepers transcend all traditional boundaries.
WILD IMAGINATION
Cartier's latest category-spanning Panthère de Cartier novelties showcase the endless ways in which the panther continues to inspire.
READY FOR ACTION
The latest watch to come from the celebrated Richard Mille and McLaren partnership looks set to be another trailblazing timepiece.
THE RIGHT ANGLES
Twenty-five years after the launch of its last new collection, Twenty-4, Patek Philippe introduces the Cubitus range.
