Karl Lagerfeld meant a lot to me. He is the reason why I went to Paris and studied at Lesage. He was the reason that Chanel acquired Lesage in 2002. And without his intervention, who knows where the atelier would be today, and where I would be today. I was lucky enough to meet Karl […]
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A Glimpse Behind The Doors Of The Most Prestigious Atelier Houses
This past weekend marked the 4th anniversary of “Les Journées Particulières.” This three day event has LVMH to open its doors and show the public how couture is made. Many of the artisan houses owned by LVMH take part in the event and allow the public access, and for the workers to share their passion and […]
How Dior Is Passing On The Secrets Of Haute Couture
In 2009 I packed up my life in Canada and traveled to Paris, France to get certified in Haute Couture Beadwork and Embroidery. One of the main reasons I went to Paris was so I could help keep the traditional techniques alive. With an ageing population, and a younger generation who are not as interested […]
Karl Lagerfeld Grew A Beard?
The topic of conversation in my house today was about beards. We were discussing when the beard trend started, and how many men now have beards. How did the trend start, and does it span across all generations? Has it officially become “fashionable?” We started this conversation after I went out for brunch this morning, […]
Chanel SS Haute Couture Details
After setting the clocks ahead this weekend, I feel ready for spring! The longer days and warmer temperatures are coming and that means thinking about new spring fashion. Paris has already started showing their Spring/ Summer collections, and of course some of my favorites are from Couture week. For a little eye candy today, here […]
Inaugural Looks Through the Years
Melania, Ivanka, and the rest of the Trump family provided some major fashion inspiration last week at the inauguration. Throughout history, the first lady has made headlines about what she was wearing and fashion designers are always lining up in hopes to dress her. While researching the first lady’s fashions, I came across a wonderful […]
The Return of John Galliano
One of the most important fashion moments of 2015 happened today in London as John Galliano made his return to the catwalk. After leaving the fashion world in disgrace from his anti-semitic comments in 2011, Galliano has now returned as the Creative Director of Maison Martin Margiela. This intimate show which only had 100 invited […]
Chanel Métiers d’Art Salzburg 2014/15
Every year, Karl Lagerfeld hosts an amazing fashion show called Métiers d’Art which showcases the work of Chanel’s atelier houses. This year, the show was held in Salzburg. Since studying at the Lesage embroidery house myself, I have become increasingly interested in the traditional atelier houses that service the Haute Couture industry. As the traditional craftsmanship […]
Le Petit Théâtre Dior
A world traveling exhibition of miniature Christian Dior Haute Couture gowns has begun its journey this summer in Chendgu, China. This amazing show incorporates many of the fashion label’s most well known gowns, created in miniature versions from the originals. Each piece is a third of the size of the original creations, yet still follows […]
The Embroidery of Chanel Couture
Once again I am in awe at the impressive embroidery produced by “les petites mains” in the Lesage atelier for the house of Chanel Fall Winter 2014/2015 collection. The craftsmanship never disappoints, and seems to always be creating new innovative ways to stay relevant in today’s fashion. This video shows the way the artisans […]
Who is Glimpse?
Hi! My name is Sarah Palow and I am the face behind Catch a Glimpse. I am an award winning jewelry/ embroidery designer and fashion/lifestyle writer. I recently spent time living my fashion dream in Paris, France. This is my lifestyle blog where I will write about Europe, fashion, health and happiness…. because, what else is important in life!?
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