From Scratch: Fashion Visionary Hedi Slimane Part 2

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Welcome to Part Two of From Scratch: Hedi Slimane.

This conversation delves into the life and career of Hedi Slimane, a pivotal figure in the fashion industry known for his transformative impact on menswear and luxury fashion. Hosts Arielle Thomas and Elena Cameron discuss his early influences, rise to fame, and the controversies surrounding his work, particularly regarding body image and creative control.

A wild card entry, Arielle invites Daanen Nootenboom to the chat to give us a 360 perspective. Some say Hedi's a one trick pony and furious that he removed heritage from the luxury brands. Daanen's perspective comes from his 20 years in design as his own principle at Applied Arts.

The hosts explore his artistic vision, particularly his use of black and white photography, and the commercial success he achieved at Dior and Celine. The conversation also touches on his legal battles and the lasting legacy he is likely to leave in the fashion world.

Slimane's work has had a significant cultural impact, influencing celebrity fashion. He faced criticism for promoting unhealthy body standards in fashion. His transition to Celine marked a new chapter in his career, focusing on creative control. Slimane's black and white photography reflects his artistic vision and style. He achieved remarkable commercial success, tripling sales at Saint Laurent. As the girls end their From Scratch exploration of Hedi's work, love him or hate him, he certainly knows how to keep shareholders happy.

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