Haider Ackermann’s Tom Ford Is About Risk and Freedom
Summary
Vogue’s fashion team provides a behind-the-scenes look at Paris Fashion Week, covering the Givenchy, Miu Miu, and Valentino shows. The episode highlights the buzz around Miu Miu’s unconventional casting and the unique book-donation request at Valentino. It concludes with an in-depth interview with Tom Ford’s new creative director, Haider Ackerman, who discusses his seductive runway choreography, his loyal community of friends, and his journey from his early career to leading one of fashion’s most iconic houses.
Topics discussed
Chelsea at the train station heading to CVFF dinner
Chloe's first impressions of the Givenchy show
Recap of the Americans in Paris cocktail event
Chelsea outside the Miu Miu show venue
Chloe reviews Celine, Simone Rocha, and Hermes shows
Chloe discusses Miu Miu and upcoming Valentino show
Nicole's thoughts on Miu Miu and Akris shows
Heading to Valentino and the Pantheon location
Sponsor reads for The Journey and Bon Appetit Bake Club
Introduction to Heider Ackerman at Tom Ford offices
Discussing the choreography and seduction of the show
The Scott Barnhill mirror moment and male vanity
Themes of freedom, risk, and casual wear in the collection
Post-show rituals and unwinding after fashion week
Cultivating a loyal community and friendships
Reflecting on losing his name and legal lessons
Approaching the Tom Ford role and relationship with Ford
Sponsor reads and transition back to interview
Nostalgia for the 2011 Leonard Cohen show
Evolution of style and the Jean-Paul Gaultier couture
Childhood in Africa and finding silence in nature
Future goals and closing thoughts on the industry
Credits and final sponsor reads
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