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After months of speculation, Matthieu Blazy was officially announced as Chanel’s new Creative Director. The 40-year-old Blazy has spent the last three years at Bottega Veneta where he was responsible for everything from craft-driven leather ensembles to this season’s coveted oversized bags. He previously held positions at Céline under Pheobe Philo and at Margiela. Replacing him at the Italian house is Louise Trotter, who will leave her role as Creative Director at Carven. Trotter was formerly at Lacoste and Joseph. Swipe through for a look at some of the iconic work from both designers.

So many of this season’s elegant fashion signatures—drapey capes, dreamy gowns, dramatic hats—strike a note in sync with the midcentury style of late Greek-American opera star Maria Callas, portrayed by Angelina Jolie in the upcoming biopic Maria (out December 11th on Netflix). Click the link in bio for an inside interview with the star`s longtime stylist, Jen Rade, who has worked with Jolie for more than 20 years, as she weighs in on how some of the film’s looks, created by costume designer Massimo Cantini Parrini, translate from the silver screen to your winter wardrobe, with brands like Valentino, Erdem, and Chanel leading the way.