See the world through the baroque lens of Chanel in the latest trove of eyewear from the French house. These magnificent monocles, designed by Karl Lagerfeld as a pointed throwback to the opulent costume jewelry that Mademoiselle Chanel was so fond of, are truly exquisite wearable works of art, combining intricate metalwork with the designer’s celebratory aesthetic.
The Bijou collection is a sophisticated symphony of androgynous frames adorned with a “greatest hits” compilation of Chanel’s most emblematic symbols—”look” out for clovers, double interlocking Cs and camellias hidden in plain sight—all intertwined in elaborate whorls and scrolls of metallic lacework, which are carved and finished by hand. As for the materials, the champagne gold or pale palladium hardware provide a soft contrast to the pastel shades of lilac or celadon acrylic; opt for darker hues of garnet and black for an even richer, jewel-like accessory.
Available at Chanel boutiques now, make like fashion boy Pelayo Diaz and mix it up a little!
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