Any guesses or speculation for Hedi’s 1st collection?

[hikarupanda]

I just hope that he doesn’t eradicate everything that we love from Phoebe. As it happens I do like SL bags but only have a SDJ and if I think about it, perhaps it’s because aside from being a beautiful bag, it has the same minimal branding as Céline.

I can understand that some people want to completely overhaul everything their predecessor achieved so as to mark their territory but the smart ones will build on their predecessors success and add their own touch here and there. That’s what I’m hoping for.

I am content with my Céline bags as it stands so if it transpires I don’t like Hedi’s range at least I have pieces that I love.

I feel the same. I also owned one of his SLP pieces but I agree that I think I got that particular one because of its relatively minimalist vibe.

 

[onepiece101]

I find that the SL bags I've seen recently are much too minimalist, bordering on boring or even uninspired. What I loved about most of Phoebe's pieces, specifically talking about bags here, is that they were minimalistic but not boring, rather unique and modern and under-the-radar all at the same time.

 

[hikarupanda]

I find that the SL bags I've seen recently are much too minimalist, bordering on boring or even uninspired. What I loved about most of Phoebe's pieces, specifically talking about bags here, is that they were minimalistic but not boring, rather unique and modern and under-the-radar all at the same time.

Yes!! That’s it. I feel that Hedi SLP bags were either too rocker for my taste, or boring (there’s indeed a fine line between minimalist and boring...). PP’s bags all have their uniqueness/focal point while maintaining their minimalist vibe! But with that said, I’ll try not to judge much until I actually see bags from his first collection at Celine!

 

[Lisa3823]

I'm curious to see Hedi's collection, but I'm going to miss Phoebe's aesthetic. I absolutely love the luggage tote, even if it's no longer the "it bag"...I bought the black nano and a tri-color (brown, black and white) micro a couple weeks ago so I could build up my luggage collection before they're discontinued. I did get both new from the boutique, but was really proud of myself for being somewhat financially responsible and picking the black nano over a lizard bi-color nano they had (the one Kate Upton always seems to carry) . That lizard bag was absolutely GORGEOUS!

 

[abacuo]

In the new price increase thread someone mentioned their SA said Hedi will keep the Box, Clasp, Frame, Big bag and Cabas Phantom. It’s hard to see this for me knowing that Phoebe’s aesthetic is totally at odds with Hedi’s. I suspect that any lingering presence of Phoebe’s is financial pressure from Hedi’s seniors at LVMH to play it safe for the sake of the bottom line.

As a huge fan of Hedi, I knew he would keep/update the Box. In part because it is the original classic Céline bag, but also because it falls in line with his previous work, namely the consistently recurring ‘60s/‘70s looks he made at YSL from 2013 to 2016. He even made the YSL Lulu bag which vaguely recalls the Box shoulder bag style. Hedi’s reference points seem to only go as far back as the ‘60s, which I love.

None of Celine’s other bags appear to fit the aesthetic he displayed at YSL. He never used ladylike ‘50s-ish references like the Clasp bag at YSL. The only possible exception being the mini clasp clutch runway bags in SS16, which were clearly inspired by Courtney Love at the Oscars in 1995 — not the Grace Kelly era. I don’t want to see him reference repressive eras for women’s fashion, something which he has not done before. That said, Celine is a business and the bottom line is stronger than these creative ideals, if the Clasp bag sells.

The Big Bag and Cabas Phantom are so recognizably “Phoebe” that I’d be surprised if he kept them. That would be disappointing for me but good news for Phoebe’s fans. For me it’s like going to see a band you like and they play someone else’s songs. Personally I want to see Hedi’s work, not Phoebe’s.

Maybe he will just keep them for one or two more seasons while he is developing his own lines. If not then, again, maybe profit trumps the creative here. If that is the case I will be really disappointed to see one of my favorite artists in such a stylistic compromise. He had free reign at YSL but I suppose YSL was in much worse financial straits in 2012 than Céline is in now. That might be a ray of hope for the fans of Phoebe’s.

 

[vink]

I’ve been loving Phoebe’s Céline from afar and I only own an earlier (aka slouchy version) mini luggage tote. However, I’ve been liking the phantom Cabas for some time already. From this discussion, I hope I can grow my money tree fast enough to snap one up before they discontinue it. I really want to buy this bag new from boutique, too so I guess I still have time left for about ..... 6 months?

 

[BlueCherry]

I’ve been loving Phoebe’s Céline from afar and I only own an earlier (aka slouchy version) mini luggage tote. However, I’ve been liking the phantom Cabas for some time already. From this discussion, I hope I can grow my money tree fast enough to snap one up before they discontinue it. I really want to buy this bag new from boutique, too so I guess I still have time left for about ..... 6 months?

Cabas is a gorgeous bag so hope you get one. When my SA didn’t have what I wanted he did a worldwide search for me of older stock and found the last bag in the specifications I wanted. Hopefully you can find an SA who will be able to do this for you in the event you do have to wait a little while before purchase.

 

[bobobob]

"Blue-tinged marble and pyramidal forms appear throughout luxury fashion label Céline's flagship store in Miami, which has been designed by Swiss practice Valerio Olgiati.

The two-storey shop is located in the city's design district, joining a roster of high-end fashion brands including Gucci, Tom Ford, and Louis Vuitton.

Céline already has branches in New York and Beverly Hills. For the design of its third bricks-and-mortar store in the US the fashion label tasked Valerio Olgiati with designing a space that could house its ready-to-wear and accessories collections in full.

Left with a largely open brief, the studio decided to deck out the store's facade, walls and floors in Brazilian Pinta Verde marble.

Inspired by the material's unique blue-green patina, they wanted to create a "place where an internal universe can be imagined."

The architects cut away parts of the basement's ceiling to insert two pyramid-shaped volumes, which burst through into the shop's ground floor – one forms a pitched stairway, while the other accommodates the peaked top of a chunky concrete column that sits directly underneath.

Thick slabs of marble have been used as display stands for shoes and handbags, while clothing items are hung on simple brushed-brass railings. Further textural detail is added by grey, suede-like rugs and cushion seats.

Back in 2012, Valerio Olgiati used solely concrete to form the monotonous facade of an agricultural school in eastern Switzerland.

Much like the practice, London-based architects Rundell Associates employed marble to create a sweeping staircase for Harrods' Fine Watches department, which is intended to resemble a timepiece.

Spanish studio Cizak Dulmus also used marble powder to form a series of display blocks for fashion brand Malababa's pink-hued Madrid store.

Photography is by Mikael Olsson.

Project credits:

Architect: Valerio Olgiati
Collaborators: Anthony Bonnici (project manager office Olgiati), Sofia Albrigo
Marble contractors: Essequattro S.p.A.
General contractor: Michilli Construction & Consulting
Plans: Archive Olgiati"

https://www.dezeen.com/2018/07/31/valerio-olgiati-celine-store-miami-blue-marble-interiors/

Published on 31 July 2018

 

[bellebellebelle19]

I think it looks really cool! At least it's not all black and white! The celine store in NY is not nearly this cool!

 

[hikarupanda]

"Blue-tinged marble and pyramidal forms appear throughout luxury fashion label Céline's flagship store in Miami, which has been designed by Swiss practice Valerio Olgiati.

The two-storey shop is located in the city's design district, joining a roster of high-end fashion brands including Gucci, Tom Ford, and Louis Vuitton.

Céline already has branches in New York and Beverly Hills. For the design of its third bricks-and-mortar store in the US the fashion label tasked Valerio Olgiati with designing a space that could house its ready-to-wear and accessories collections in full.

Left with a largely open brief, the studio decided to deck out the store's facade, walls and floors in Brazilian Pinta Verde marble.

Inspired by the material's unique blue-green patina, they wanted to create a "place where an internal universe can be imagined."

The architects cut away parts of the basement's ceiling to insert two pyramid-shaped volumes, which burst through into the shop's ground floor – one forms a pitched stairway, while the other accommodates the peaked top of a chunky concrete column that sits directly underneath.

Thick slabs of marble have been used as display stands for shoes and handbags, while clothing items are hung on simple brushed-brass railings. Further textural detail is added by grey, suede-like rugs and cushion seats.

Back in 2012, Valerio Olgiati used solely concrete to form the monotonous facade of an agricultural school in eastern Switzerland.

Much like the practice, London-based architects Rundell Associates employed marble to create a sweeping staircase for Harrods' Fine Watches department, which is intended to resemble a timepiece.

Spanish studio Cizak Dulmus also used marble powder to form a series of display blocks for fashion brand Malababa's pink-hued Madrid store.

Photography is by Mikael Olsson.

Project credits:

Architect: Valerio Olgiati
Collaborators: Anthony Bonnici (project manager office Olgiati), Sofia Albrigo
Marble contractors: Essequattro S.p.A.
General contractor: Michilli Construction & Consulting
Plans: Archive Olgiati"

https://www.dezeen.com/2018/07/31/valerio-olgiati-celine-store-miami-blue-marble-interiors/

Published on 31 July 2018

Ok, I’m kinda relieved seeing these pics! At least it’s not just white and cold like those Saint Laurent stores.

 

[MonsieurMode]

Ok, I’m kinda relieved seeing these pics! At least it’s not just white and cold like those Saint Laurent stores.

I've heard that this is not, in fact, the Slimane store design, and this store will be remodeled along with the others once the new concept rolls out.

 

[vink]

"Blue-tinged marble and pyramidal forms appear throughout luxury fashion label Céline's flagship store in Miami, which has been designed by Swiss practice Valerio Olgiati.

The two-storey shop is located in the city's design district, joining a roster of high-end fashion brands including Gucci, Tom Ford, and Louis Vuitton.

Céline already has branches in New York and Beverly Hills. For the design of its third bricks-and-mortar store in the US the fashion label tasked Valerio Olgiati with designing a space that could house its ready-to-wear and accessories collections in full.

Left with a largely open brief, the studio decided to deck out the store's facade, walls and floors in Brazilian Pinta Verde marble.

Inspired by the material's unique blue-green patina, they wanted to create a "place where an internal universe can be imagined."

The architects cut away parts of the basement's ceiling to insert two pyramid-shaped volumes, which burst through into the shop's ground floor – one forms a pitched stairway, while the other accommodates the peaked top of a chunky concrete column that sits directly underneath.

Thick slabs of marble have been used as display stands for shoes and handbags, while clothing items are hung on simple brushed-brass railings. Further textural detail is added by grey, suede-like rugs and cushion seats.

Back in 2012, Valerio Olgiati used solely concrete to form the monotonous facade of an agricultural school in eastern Switzerland.

Much like the practice, London-based architects Rundell Associates employed marble to create a sweeping staircase for Harrods' Fine Watches department, which is intended to resemble a timepiece.

Spanish studio Cizak Dulmus also used marble powder to form a series of display blocks for fashion brand Malababa's pink-hued Madrid store.

Photography is by Mikael Olsson.

Project credits:

Architect: Valerio Olgiati
Collaborators: Anthony Bonnici (project manager office Olgiati), Sofia Albrigo
Marble contractors: Essequattro S.p.A.
General contractor: Michilli Construction & Consulting
Plans: Archive Olgiati"

https://www.dezeen.com/2018/07/31/valerio-olgiati-celine-store-miami-blue-marble-interiors/

Published on 31 July 2018

Not too bad, but remind me of Balenciaga from years ago.

 

[doni]

I love Valerio Olgiati, this store looks beautiful.

 

[abacuo]

That’s not the actual store. It’s a temporary space while the real one is being remodeled per Hedi’s specifications. They have two different street addresses.

In more exciting news, Lady Gaga just wore the first bag shown from Hedi:

 

[abacuo]

The center detail between the handles recalls the vintage Celine shown here:

https://forum.purseblog.com/threads/origins-of-the-celine-luggage-and-other-trivia.773960/

ETA - also here: http://thebaghoarder.com/celine-mini-luggage-een-tas-met-een-verhaal/

https://forum.purseblog.com/threads...-and-other-trivia.773960/page-4#post-26302284