Marchesa’s Weinstein connection
Label Marchesa made up of design duo Georgina Chapman and Kerin Craig , seems to be causing a bit of a stir….. Only launched in April 2005 and they’ve already dressed some of the top names in the fashion industry such as Rene Zewellger, Claudia Schiffer, Penelope Cruz, Mischa Barton and Felicity Huffman.
Rather than praise their success alot of industry insiders are mostly speculating, as Georgina Champan’s boyfriend is none other than Harvey Weinstein, the 53 yr old Hollywood mogul (founder of the film company Miramax) who is the boss of most of the women photographed in Marchesa. The success of the label has been attributed to Weinstein & Chapman’s romance, and many feel that Marchesa doesnt have much to offer, which is possibly true but a bit harsh.
Hasnt it been said time and time again that in fashion its alot about “who you know”. Matthew Williamson uses his connections all the time, and has admitted in the past that his friendships with Kelis, Kate Moss, and others does count and he uses them to his advantage. There’s no doubt its an unfair industry at times, but if Marchesa are going to be criticized, then alot of other designers/labels should be also.
[LA Times]
Author: Michele Obi
Michele is the Founder & Editor-in-Chief of My Fashion Life. In between editing, freelancing and spending most of her time on the internet, she also finds time to shop (too much) and obsess over shoes. She loves sushi and counts Matthew Williamson, John Galliano, Valentino and Hussein Chalayan as her favourite designers. Her biggest regret - never seeing Prince in concert!
