Chanel is known for travelling to exotic locations all over the world for its Métiers d’art shows. The collections are known for their creative prowess, showcasing both the savoir-faire of the ateliers who work tirelessly for the house, but also for championing the cities in which they are showcased.
The Métiers d'Art show in Dakar in 2022
This year, Chanel will be travelling perhaps one of the shortest distances ever for their Métiers d’art show – just over the channel, in fact, to the British northern city of Manchester.
Manchester was known as a textile hub during the Industrial Revolution, during the 18th and 19th centuries, no doubt something the French house will draw on for its inspiration at this year’s event.
Discussing their process for choosing a city to host their Métiers d’art collection, the house explained in a statement: “Every year since 2002, Chanel has been the only house to create a collection dedicated to celebrating the savoir-faire of the Métiers d’art and their central importance to fashion, today and tomorrow. Presented in cities and places that inspire the house, from Tokyo to New York, via Dakar last year, this collection bears witness to the historic commitment of Chanel to this exceptional artisanal heritage and its influence around the world.”
The Manchester show is due to take place on Thursday 7th December 2023.
