Nicole Kidman reunites with Chanel for first time in over 20 years
Nicole Kidman is collaborating with Chanel on a new campaign.
Nicole Kidman is reuniting with Chanel for the first time in over two decades.
The 58-year-old actress is returning as brand ambassador for the brand, having first fronted a campaign for the No. 5 fragrance 2004, and the Moulin Rouge star would then appear at the company's spring 2005 show.
Now, she is set to appear at creative director Matthieu Blazy's debut Chanel show.
In a statement, she told WWD she is "thrilled" to be teaming up with the brand for its new chapter.
She added: “As someone who has such an appreciation for haute couture, I am so looking forward to witnessing Matthieu’s vision for the oldest haute couture house still in operation and having the opportunity to wear what I know will be gorgeous creations.
“Chanel has always been ahead of the curve, shining a smart and gracious light on women, and I am sure Matthieu will be no exception, just like [late creative director Karl Lagerfeld] did in his time."
Meanwhile, Blazy - who has collaborated with Nicole before when he was creative director at Bottega Veneta - described her as the "embodiment" of Chanel.
He said: "From the unforgettable Baz Luhrmann film to her countless red carpet looks, Nicole has always been part of the history of the house.
"Free and ever-changing, she is for me the embodiment of the Chanel woman.
"I know we also share a genuine passion for craft and savoir-faire. Having worked with Nicole in the past and now reuniting with her at Chanel is a dream come true and couldn’t make me happier."
Meanwhile, Chanel SAS president of fashion Bruno Pavlovsky has opened up on how the company is looking to balance new faces with its longtime ambassadors.
He told the outlet: "Of course, Matthieu brings his own set of creative affinities, which are new and incredibly enriching, but not at the expense of existing relationships.
"On the contrary, it’s about adding depth and diversity to the panel of women who represent the brand."
