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Harpers Bazaar Arabia
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Harpers Bazaar Arabia
Georges Chakra: My Pet Peeves And Guiltiest Pleasures
Revered for crafting the most wow-factor wedding dresses in the world, a Georges Chakra bridal gown is a walking work of art. Reserved for brides who dress-best, the creative director talks about the pursuit of perfection – one dress at a time Is it more important to be liked or respected? Respected. Being liked is always nice, and of course, you try to be kind and fair in how you deal with people everyday, but respect goes further. It means people believe in your work, values and judgment. Do you have a book that changed your life? Le Petit Prince. I read it when I was very young, and it's one of those stories that stays with you. It teaches you to look and to see with your heart – not just your eyes. That's something I still use when I design. What did you last Spotify Wrapped look like? I actually still listen to my CD collection; there is something very tactile and personal when looking through the CDs and picking one. My collection consists of mostly classical Arabic songs. I don't usually design with music playing, but I'll put something on in the car or late at night when I need to clear my head. Who is your hero? My mother. She was strong, elegant, never tried too hard. Everything I know about order and presence, I learned from her. What do you consider the most over-rated virtue? Perfection. It doesn't really exist but I still find myself chasing it – in the fit of a dress, in organising my office, even in how the ribbons are tied on hangers. What would you ban if you had the chance? Excess noise online, in fashion and everywhere. We need more space to experience, to think, feel and breathe. What is your motto? Less in more, but every detail matters. If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be? I'd learn to rest more. My mind never really turns off; even on vacation, I find myself sketching or mentally sorting through potential ideas. What's your greatest extravagance? Travelling. I love discovering unexpected shops in small towns with a history of craft, where things are still made by hand. To me, that is true luxury. What is your most treasured possession? A watch I bought for myself when I reached what felt like my first real milestone in my career. It was a quiet reminder that I was building something of my own. If you could be anyone else, who would it be? A painter. There's something so freeing about working with colour and emotion, without rules or fittings or deadlines. Just you, the canvas and the moment. What are you proudest of? The fact that we've built something lasting, with integrity and with heart. I have been surrounded by incredible people who believed in the vision and helped shape it with me. What does success mean to you? Success is consistency, and being able to do what I love, at a high level, year after year, without compromising my vision. What trait do you most admire in others? Poise. There's something so powerful about someone who moves with quiet confidence, especially in a world that's always competing to be louder. It's grace under pressure. What inspires you most about your job? The process of taking a fabric and shaping it into something that feels intentional and that tells a story; that's what keeps it interesting. Armani. What would you tell your younger self? Be patient, and trust your instincts. What is your guiltiest pleasure? It is not always guilty, but late-night desserts.
Bangkok Post
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Bangkok Post
Ramathibodi Foundation unveils The Little Prince collection
The Ramathibodi Foundation recently launched its new charitable memorabilia collection titled Le Petit Prince, or The Little Prince, inspired by the world's classic literature that has won people's hearts for more than 80 years. The Little Prince charitable memorabilia collection is inspired by the philosophy and illustration from The Little Prince, a French classic novella written and illustrated by Antoine de Saint-Exupery which has become a favourite among readers around the world. All pieces in this special memorabilia collection feature carefully crafted design with The Little Prince's signature drawings including the Prince, the Rose, Stars, the Fox and the Plane -- all in the warm colours such as blue, cream, mint green and navy blue. Besides all-time favourites such as T-shirts, hats, bags and umbrellas, new items include cushions, fabric keychains, sunshades and for the first time ever, breastfeeding covers. Some of the highlights from this collection include T-shirts (250-299 baht for adults and 199-229 baht for kids, available in mint green, navy blue, cream and stripes), jackets (899 baht, available in navy blue and brown), caps (299 baht, available in light and dark denim), foldable bags (139 baht, for the blue one and 159 baht for the dark blue), micro-fabric bags (79 baht, available in dark blue, navy blue and blue) and thermal bags (199 baht, available in green and dark blue). Interesting items from the bedding and accessories category include die-cut pillows (250 baht, available in dark blue), pillow cases (250 baht, available in dark blue and blue), cushions with removable cases (329 baht, available in green and navy blue), neck pillows (250 baht, available in navy blue), blanket pillows (399 baht, available in navy blue and mint green) and blankets (599 baht, available in dark blue and blue). Breastfeeding covers are also available at 699 baht, in green and navy blue. Proceeds from the sale will go to help impoverished patients and the purchase of medical equipment at Ramathibodi Hospital. The Little Prince collection is now available at Ramathibodi Foundation (Ramathibodi Hospital and Ramadhibodi Chakri Naruebodindra Hospital in Samut Prakan province).
LeMonde
02-07-2025
- Politics
- LeMonde
Louis Arnaud, former French hostage held at Iran's Evin prison: 'It's not only a prison that's been reduced to ashes, but the bastion of resistance'
Not a breath of air rises from the walls of Evin prison, destroyed by the blind fury of Israeli bombs. How could it? There is no water, no infirmary, no administration, no guard post. The large gate, once so feared, has been pulverized and dissolved into thin air. The first two floors of Wing 4, where the political prisoners were held, were blown away by the explosion. The guard post has been destroyed. So has the library, that treasure trove of knowledge patiently accumulated, book by book, over decades of resistance. The works of Plato and Aristotle, the verses of Persian poets, classical literature, swept away, buried under the rubble. Even Le Petit Prince (The Little Prince), the only book in French, the one that had welcomed me like a friend when I emerged from the hell of Section 209, now lies beneath the rubble. Among the dead are some of the worst interrogators, perpetrators of torture and humiliation. They will not be missed. And yet, should we rejoice in their loss? Do they not also leave behind mothers, children, grieving faces? No political prisoner wished for their death. We do not offer them our hatred. We leave them our pity. Trapped in a despised system At the very heart of the impact, the medical staff were struck down. I remember the compassionate gaze of Dr. Mossaheb, the kindness of the nurses, their quiet courage as they passed clandestine news to the families of the disappeared. Many guards died. Often young men, some of whom confided their shame at escorting me before a criminal judge. Boys trapped in a system they despised, with no way out in a ruined economy. And what became of Mr. Ahmadi, the exuberant admissions officer, warm and deeply humane? Is he still alive? Or has his smile, too, been buried in the dust?
Yahoo
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
3.Paradis Men's Spring 2026: Circles in the Sand
Emeric Tchatchoua is on a mission to slow time, taking a trip to the desert for spring. 'Our main character is trapped in the desert looking for a way out, and is going round in circles looking for purpose,' said the designer backstage. 'In the desert time goes slowly.' Far from arid, his setting proved fertile inspiration for cleverly constructed tailoring that featured delicate rippled pleats evoking the movement of the sand, and tailored jackets adorned with diaphanous, sculptural sleeves embroidered with star-like crystals, evoking a mirage. More from WWD Attending Louis Vuitton With Mason Thames Beyoncé Knowles-Carter Shuts Down Paris Fashion Week With Grand Entrance at Louis Vuitton Études Studio Returns to the Runway as a Design Duo The opening look, a bomber in a patchwork of suedes in sandy hues, featured the brand's bird motifs and the message 'We are all travelers,' reprised through the collection on fun book clutches or woven leather shoppers. A graphic print of vintage watches featured on shirts and denim, and a heavy coat was embroidered with real-life timepieces. The more elaborate styles were contrasted with bright sporty tone-on-tone silhouettes with trompe l'oeil details and a series of airbrushed designs evoking the setting sun. Models including French Montana and Jean-Charles de Castelbajac meandered through the sand-strewn venue. The veteran French designer, who wore wristwatch-printed jeans with a neon pink tie and shoes under his trenchcoat, was playing the role of authority. 'I play a powerful character, a bit like Anthony Hopkins,' he said before the show, practicing his imperious face and admitting to a bout of nerves. He is an admirer of Tchatchoua's work. 'It's highly constructed and functional but very poetic, there's that duality. I love his sensitivity,' he said. The collection featured a number of collaborations this season, with J.M. Weston for the brightly colored footwear, Vilebrequin for swimming shorts and the estate of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, with well-known motifs from the classic work 'Le Petit Prince' featuring on shirts and sweaters. Launch Gallery: Men's Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection Best of WWD Windowsen RTW Spring 2022 Louis Shengtao Chen RTW Spring 2022 Vegan Fashion Week Returns to L.A. With Nous Etudions, Vegan Tiger on the Runway
