Went to Colette yesterday, I thought might bump into her or even take a look of the book. However, neither was in the house, as she’d already departed from her signature session and Colette’s 1st batch of order was sold out too. There’s none in display (except the window, bien sûr). People on TFS argue on her over exposure this month, my thought is not alike. Why should she be living in recluse like Tom Ford or Hedi Slimane? As she’s now a well-famed individual and freelancer, and clearly an icon of our time, she’s a persona, a style, a brand, and above all, way beyond fashion. Barney’s, Chanel, David Webb, V, i-D cover, new book, another book coming with Lagerfeld later, interview after interview et al, a team Carine is formed. Planned strategy or not, the demand is there and not for forever, she’d be stupid not to make use of what’s on hand. Not everyone can achieve this, not Emmanuelle, IMO. To the ones in the know, she’s almost like ‘moved on, slaps you across the face and screams: “Fuck you, I live larger than life and better than ever!”‘. Very empowering. Very IRREVERENT indeed!

The 2nd order will arrive  at Colette next Monday or Tuesday.