Élise Dubois
Senior Heritage Editor
Élise Dubois serves as the Senior Heritage Editor at Chez La Modiste, where she curates historical context for the world of high fashion. Her coverage spans haute couture history, antique jewelry, and the preservation of legacy fashion houses through deep-dive archival explorations. By examining the social history of dress and textile conservation, Élise connects the meticulous craftsmanship of the past with contemporary design. Her thoughtful approach invites readers into the ateliers of legendary designers, offering a discerning perspective on fashion's rich cultural heritage.
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How Haute Couture Hand Embroidery Techniques Work
Even after a haute couture garment is assembled, the embroidery team meticulously blends small gaps along seams, ensuring an invisible perfection that belies immense, collaborative effort.
Sep 12, 2026 · 4 min read
Kareena Kapoor Khan Unveils Ritu Kumar Couture Collection
On September 8, 2026, Kareena Kapoor Khan unveiled a Ritu Kumar couture collection via a single Instagram post.
Sep 9, 2026 · 3 min read
What is the Old European Cut? A Look at Diamond Facets
Despite sharing the same 58 facets as today's ubiquitous round brilliant, an Old European Cut diamond from the turn of the 20th century presents a dramatically different play of light, revealing a for
Aug 28, 2026 · 2 min read
Onitsuka Tiger Opens Paris Atelier Blending Heritage with Modern Elegance
Onitsuka Tiger, a brand synonymous with athletic footwear, has opened its new Atelier Tiger installation not in a typical retail space, but within The Travellers, a private gentlemen's club founded in
Aug 24, 2026 · 2 min read
How Defiance Drives Haute Couture Craftsmanship Evolution
At the heart of haute couture lies a paradox: its most celebrated creations intentionally break the very rules of traditional craftsmanship.
Aug 12, 2026 · 3 min read
Historical Fashion Houses' Renewed Popularity Driven by Social Media
In 2022, TikTok fashion content featuring 'vintage' or 'archive' pieces amassed over 5 billion views, revealing a digital generation's unexpected obsession with fashion history, per the TikTok Trends
Aug 9, 2026 · 4 min read
Sasha Primak Acquires Gemlok Heritage Jewelry Atelier
Myriam “Mimi” Galli, president of the New York-based fine jewelry atelier Gemlok, will continue to lead the company even after its acquisition by manufacturer Sasha Primak.
Aug 6, 2026 · 3 min read
What Is Maria Grazia Chiuri's Fendi Debut Haute Couture Collection?
At Rome's Galleria Nazionale d’Arte Moderna e Contemporanea, Maria Grazia Chiuri unveiled her Fendi haute couture debut, not on a standalone runway, but bookended by two distinct exhibitions, one revi
Jul 12, 2026 · 8 min read
What is Indian mythology's influence on global fashion trends?
In 2013, a single Jean Paul Gaultier haute couture collection, featuring models adorned as Hindu deities, sparked both awe and accusations of cultural appropriation, revealing the complex power of Ind
Jul 10, 2026 · 5 min read
What Are the Origins and Impact of the Little Black Dress?
In 1926, Vogue published a drawing of a simple, calf-length black crêpe de Chine dress, adorned only with pearls, declaring it 'Chanel's Ford'.
Jul 5, 2026 · 4 min read
LGN Louis Gabriel Nouchi unveils bold Spring 2027 collection
Just one season after presenting a hand-drawn animated film titled 'Do Androids Dream of Wet Desires?
Jun 27, 2026 · 2 min read
Mycelium emerges as high-performance insulation for 2026
A new bio-based insulation material, grown to order, is hitting the market at a quarter of the price of wood fiber.
Jun 24, 2026 · 2 min read
What Was Christian Dior's 1947 New Look and Why Did It Revolutionize Fashion?
In February 1947, as much of Europe still grappled with post-war rationing, Christian Dior unveiled a single dress, the 'Chérie,' that alone consumed over 13-and-a-half yards of fabric, pleated meticu
Jun 22, 2026 · 4 min read
What are hand pleating techniques in modern couture fashion?
A 2.24mg sample from the Tarkhan Dress, the world's oldest complete woven garment, revealed its intricate knife pleats were crafted over 5,000 years ago. Radiocarbon dating confirmed the garment's ori
Jun 21, 2026 · 3 min read
Mytheresa Munich Store Reopens After Redesign
Mytheresa's Munich womenswear store reopened after a redesign on Thursday, an event seemingly modest for a company that just acquired Yoox Net-a-Porter for €555 million cash.
Jun 18, 2026 · 2 min read
LoveShackFancy Unveils Resort 2027 Collection with Bold New Directions
LoveShackFancy's Resort 2027 collection introduces deep merlots, emerald greens, and a significant emphasis on outerwear.
Jun 10, 2026 · 2 min read
The Meticulous Craft of Haute Couture Gowns
One single Giambattista Valli couture gown can demand 240 hours of meticulous handcrafting and consume 6,000 meters of fabric, as reported by Vogue .
Jun 10, 2026 · 5 min read
Central Saint Martins Showcases Bold Menswear Talent in Peckham
Backstage at the Central Saint Martins BA Fashion show, designer Yuki Naka experimented with mixing Fairy Liquid with water to coat a jacket with bubbles, a creative improvisation mirroring the show's
Jun 8, 2026 · 2 min read
Haute Couture Embellishment Techniques and Their History
For 130 years, artisans known as 'petites mains' at Maison Lesage have meticulously hand-attached intricate embellishments.
Jun 6, 2026 · 3 min read
Lizzo's Metallic Gold Mules Spark Fashion Conversation
Lizzo stepped out in New York City wearing Gianvito Rossi Ascent 55 metallic gold mules, a luxury statement piece that instantly sparked conversations about high-fashion accessibility.
Jun 6, 2026 · 2 min read