Carlos Nazario Leaves i-D
Just a month after Alastair McKimm stepped down as Editor-in-Chief of i-D Magazine, Carlos Nazario announced his departure as Global Fashion Director of i-D, a position he has held since 2019. Nazario shared on Instagram, “I am beyond grateful for the stories we have told, the adventures we have been on, the time we have spent and the obstacles we have overcome as a family. I am looking forward to the new chapter of this legendary platform and am confident that i-D will continue to be a voice for the creative industry and our culture at large.” Currently, Nazario serves as the Style Director at Large at Harper’s Bazaar US. In February, following its acquisition by Karlie Kloss, i-D announced a temporary halt in print and digital operations, launching a newsletter in the interim.
Walter Chiapponi Exits Blumarine
After one collection for the F/W season, Walter Chiapponi has departed from his role as creative director at Blumarine. Chiapponi, who initially embarked on his career at Blumarine said, “in this path my gratitude goes first and foremost to Marco Marchi, who made it possible, but also to all those without whom wouldn’t have been able to express myself as I did. I am especially referring to people I have loved and who are no longer with us, but who continue to instill strong emotions in me, to inspire my feelings and my journey. I now want to concentrate on new initiatives and projects with a social and humanitarian scope before returning at a later date, at the right time, to the catwalk.” Though no explicit reasons were given for his departure, Chiapponi hinted at grappling with grief, citing 2023 as a particularly challenging year. In an Instagram post reflecting on 2023 he said, “a horrible year in which I had to say goodbye to three of the beings that I loved the most,” referring to Noah (his nephew), Davide Renne, Moschino’s former creative director, and Cleonice (his dog). Prior to his tenure at Blumarine, Chiapponi served as the creative director of Tod’s, exiting in September. His portfolio includes collaborations with Givenchy, Valentino, Gucci, Miu Miu, and Bottega Veneta under the guidance of former creative director Tomas Maier. [WWD]
Dior Is Headed to Scotland for Cruise Show
Dior has revealed the venue for its 2025 cruise show. The luxury brand, owned by LVMH, has chosen Drummond Castle in Perthshire, Scotland, as the location for the show on June 3rd. Continuing the tradition of its cruise shows, Dior’s women’s designer Maria Grazia Chiuri will showcase local traditions and collaborate with local artists and artisans. Additionally, Dior is scheduled to host its autumn 2024 women’s ready-to-wear show in New York on April 15th. However, a show by men’s designer Kim Jones, originally planned for March 23rd in Hong Kong, has been indefinitely postponed. [BoF]
Celine Ventures into Cosmetics
For the first time in 80 years, Celine is stepping into the cosmetics industry with the launch of Celine Beauté. Set to debut this fall, the brand will unveil its inaugural product, ‘Rouge Triomphe’, a single shade of lipstick. Building upon the success of Celine’s Haute Parfumerie collection introduced in 2019, the Le Rouge Celine lipstick line will expand in 2025 to encompass a total of 15 shades, including ‘La Peau Nue’ – a rosy nude featured on models in the F/W 2024 show. This debut represents a modern interpretation of the classic red lipstick – a timeless French beauty staple, encased in minimalist faceted gold packaging adorned with the maison’s signature couture monogram. As seasons progress, new collections designed by Slimane will enrich the Celine Beauté brand, featuring lip balms, mascaras, eyeliners, powders, cases, and nail polishes. [Harpers Bazaar]
Models.com’s Next Industry Access Panel Hosts the Vogue Crew
Join Models.com on Wednesday, March 20th at Soho Works in Dumbo, Brooklyn for our third exclusive Industry Access panel event. Vogue Runway and Vogue Business Global Director Nicole Phelps, Vogue Creative Editorial Director Mark Guiducci, and Vogue fashion writer José Criales-Unzueta will connect for a captivating conversation discussing modern fashion media, expanding in the activation space, and navigating the balance between prestige and pop culture. Moderated by Models.com Editorial Director Irene Ojo-Felix, this gathering will offer viewers a glimpse into the journey of these esteemed industry visionaries. The guest list is almost at capacity and will close EOD Monday, March 18th, for this exclusive evening, so be sure to sign up at [email protected] for the in-person event. If you are not able to attend, the panel will soon be available on Models.com and all of our social media channels.
Top Newcomers F/W 24 Season
Models.com’s bi-annual Top Newcomers list of the latest rookies and breakouts that made an impact this season is here. Models.com selected from the global markets to keep tabs on the achievements with our official list, along with a selection of the industry’s most influential creatives that weighed in on the F/W 24 new faces they are keeping an eye on. Follow along the Models.com list for Top Newcomers and Top Breakouts here.
Makeup Artist Aurore Gibrien on Creating Contrasts That Evoke Emotion
Makeup artist Aurore Gibrien has explore rich pigments in her work that evoke a multitude of emotions. After working her way up to shoots for i-D, Dazed, D Repubblica, and WSJ, Gibrien is constantly inspired by the sights and colors of her island home of Guadeloupe. Check out the interview here.
Model of the Week: Matilde De Nard Opened the Dior F/W 24 Show
Models.com spoke to Italian model Matilde De Nard about her first show for Prada, passion for cooking, and how the song “Tutto Passa” by Mostro helped her through a difficult time in her life. Check out the interview here.
MDC Selects: These Rookies Selects Have Niche Skills and Interests
Models.com spoke to six rookies about synchronized swimming, fingerboarding, and the rich culture of Rio de Janeiro. Check out the interviews here.
