Without saying no, Russians are still banned by Chanel in an unprecedented “militaristic” way
In recent times, some Russian infuencers and netizens have reported that they are prohibited from buying Chanel products, and have been informed that it is the brand’s policy not to sell to customers who intend to carry the product. back to Russia.
Anna Kalashnikova – a famous Russian influencer, posted on a forum and accused Chanel of having “Russophobia” (the syndrome of hating Russians). She lamented that she couldn’t buy a pair of earrings and a handbag at a Chanel store in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, just because of her own nationality.
A Chanel store in Russia
“During my visit to Dubai for Fashion Week, Chanel’s manager approached me and said, ‘We know that you are a celebrity in Russia but unfortunately we cannot host you”Kalashnikova expressed frustration.
She said the experience reminded her of Coco Chanel not only being a Nazi mistress, but also a Nazi double agent. Kalashnikova says: “These actions remind me of the biography of Coco Chanel. Her support of fascism and her fear of Russians.”
Chanel representatives did not immediately respond to inquiries from the page Insiderbut page Daily Mail seems to confirm the policy does indeed exist, saying the company issued a statement about EU and Swiss sanctions banning “the sale, directly or indirectly, of luxury items to any entity.” any person, juridical person or entity in the Russian Federation or for use in the Russian Federation”.
Russian tradition and culture used to be the inspiration for Chanel’s Paris-Moscow 2009 Pre-Spring Collection
Russian interior designer and influencer Liza Litvin detailed a similar experience of not being allowed to buy Chanel items in Dubai. In the post, Litvin said she had to sign a document at a Chanel store declaring that she did not live in Russia and would not wear the bag on Russian soil.
“I went to a Chanel store in the Emirates Mall. They didn’t sell me the bag because I’m from Russia!”Litvin wrote in the post. At the same time, a social media account named Snezhanna Georgieva, said some Russian shoppers were looking for “back doors” to try Chanel items.
Georgieva says: “I would be delighted when these brands return. But we know some stores are still open when patrons come to them.”
When will the relationship between Chanel and Russia be reconciled? This is still an open question
Earlier on March 4, the world’s leading luxury brands announced that they plan to temporarily close stores and suspend business in Russia. Cartier’s owner Hermès and Richemont were among the first companies to make the move, followed by Chanel, Kering and LVMH.
Chanel’s representative said: “In view of growing concerns about escalating instability, as well as the growing complexity of the situation, Chanel has decided to suspend its business in Russia.”
LVMH, which owns brands such as Christian Dior, Givenchy, Kenzo, TAG Heuer and Bulgari, will close 124 stores in Russia from Sunday, but will continue to pay the salaries of its 3,500 employees. surname. The French multinational Kering, which owns brands including Gucci, Saint Laurent, Bottega Veneta and Boucheron among others, has two stores and 180 employees in Russia. These employees will continue to be supported by the company.
Source: Insider
at Blogtuan.info – Source: Kenh14.Vn – Read the original article here
