Feb
11
The (Fashion) World Revolves Around Anna Wintour
Anna Wintour, the editor-in-cheif of Us Vogue, has caused quite an uproar concerning Milan Fashion Week.
Here’s the story via Telegraph.Uk:
“The British-born magazine editor, whose fearsome reputation has earned her the nickname “Nuclear” Wintour, provided the inspiration for Meryl Streep’s character in the film The Devil Wears Prada.
She has reportedly shortened her attendance because after Milan she has to travel to France for Paris Fashion Week and will then fly to Los Angeles for the Oscars on March 7.
Milan’s world famous fashion festival lasts from Feb 24 until March 2. Now the most important haute couture houses are reorganising their shows to coincide with her visit, from Feb 26-28.
Her decision has left fashionistas in a panic and prompted accusations of arrogance.
“Anna Wintour, the woman who holds Italian fashion in the palm of her hand,” ran a headline in Corriere della Sera, the country’s most respected broadsheet.
“She wants designers to schedule their shows during these three days,” said Mario Boselli, the president of the Italian Fashion Chamber.
He told The Daily Telegraph: “It has bad consequences for many, many people involved in the shows, from stylists to models to hairdressers. It’s absolutely crazy.
“She’s welcome in Milan but if she only comes for a fleeting visit, perhaps it would be better is she stayed at home.”
Fashion houses such as Dolce and Gabbana, Prada, Fendi and Armani who were due to show their collections towards the end of Fashion Week now wanted to change dates, Mr Boselli said.
He said that Paris Fashion Week had resisted similar suggestions for the biggest fashion brands to be concentrated into a few days.
“They have a bit more spirit in Paris and they said no,” said Mr Borselli. “The Italian fashion industry is the best in the world but, in contrast to the French, they don’t seem to recognise their own worth.”"
So, note to self: become Anna Wintour so the fashion world grovels at your feet. Oh, and upgrade US Vogue while you’re at it, cause EVERYONE IS BORED WITH IT!
