Carine Roitfeld to Join Alexander Wang at Balenciaga? *Update* Confirmed to be Untrue

**HeatherAnne** · 08-01-2013

Carine Roitfeld to Join Alexander Wang at Balenciaga?

Carine Roitfeld, one of Alexander Wang's most longstanding and fervent supporters, will reportedly take on the role of stylist for Balenciaga now that Wang is at the helm, says Grazia. This partnership, if true, makes more sense than anything about Wang at Balenciaga so far. Roitfeld and Wang are old pals, and in addition to squiring each other around and participating in each other's projects, Roitfeld has lots of connections in Paris and could help Wang secure his footing there. She's also an ideal person to help adapt his aesthetic for the European landscape.

But if Roitfeld took over styling duties at Balenciaga, this means she'd replace their longtime stylist Marie-Amélie Sauvé, who has styled all of Nicolas Ghesquière's shows and campaigns for years. Last February, Sauvé told us that she loves Wang, explaining, "he's very fresh and cool, and doesn't try too hard," so presumably they're on good terms as well. On one hand, it's understandable that Wang would want to bring in his own help, but on the other, axing Sauvé would signal an even bigger overhaul of the brand.

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jmrmartinho · 08-01-2013

When I think about MAS I think of Balenciaga. It would be very awkward without her.

Marc10 · 08-01-2013

I actually wish he would stay with Karl Templer, but I suppose Carine would be equally great.

**MulletProof** · 08-01-2013

Ah, low blow for Nicolas.. as if having Wang replace you wasn't traumatizing enough for anyone.

Chanelcouture09 · 08-01-2013

I would have presumed that with Nicolas departure Marie-Amelié would have followed... because when I think of M.A.S at Balenciaga I think of her partnership with Nicolas...

After the whole story of why VP were axed from the guest list at Balenciaga shows I find this a bit odd...

Alyssa-K · 08-01-2013

^Agreed. Plus, I don't think Roitfeld suits the Balenciaga image.

LostInNJ · 08-01-2013

^^^ But neither does Wang...

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Originally Posted by Chanelcouture09

I would have presumed that with Nicolas departure Marie-Amelié would have followed... because when I think of M.A.S at Balenciaga I think of her partnership with Nicolas...

After the whole story of why VP were axed from the guest list at Balenciaga shows I find this a bit odd...

That's what I was thinking. I assumed he would bring Karl Templer in with him, but I could understand him bringing in Carine.

SugarMe · 09-01-2013

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Update: We’ve just got word from a very reliable source that this rumor is 100% untrue. Shucks.

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HeatherAnne .my prison is your brain. Mod Squad Leader Join Date: Jan 2008 Gender: femme Posts: 17,441	*Carine Roitfeld to Join Alexander Wang at Balenciaga? Update* Confirmed to be Untrue Carine Roitfeld to Join Alexander Wang at Balenciaga?** Carine Roitfeld, one of Alexander Wang's most longstanding and fervent supporters, will reportedly take on the role of stylist for Balenciaga now that Wang is at the helm, says Grazia. This partnership, if true, makes more sense than anything about Wang at Balenciaga so far. Roitfeld and Wang are old pals, and in addition to squiring each other around and participating in each other's projects, Roitfeld has lots of connections in Paris and could help Wang secure his footing there. She's also an ideal person to help adapt his aesthetic for the European landscape. But if Roitfeld took over styling duties at Balenciaga, this means she'd replace their longtime stylist Marie-Amélie Sauvé, who has styled all of Nicolas Ghesquière's shows and campaigns for years. Last February, Sauvé told us that she loves Wang, explaining, "he's very fresh and cool, and doesn't try too hard," so presumably they're on good terms as well. On one hand, it's understandable that Wang would want to bring in his own help, but on the other, axing Sauvé would signal an even bigger overhaul of the brand. nymag.com __________________

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jmrmartinho fashion insider Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Portugal Gender: homme Posts: 2,380	When I think about MAS I think of Balenciaga. It would be very awkward without her. __________________ Daphne Groeneveld.Daria Strokous.Caroline Brasch Nielsen.Vanessa Axente.Julia Nobis.Kristen McMenamy

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Chanelcouture09 Some Like It Hot Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: England Gender: homme Posts: 9,044	I would have presumed that with Nicolas departure Marie-Amelié would have followed... because when I think of M.A.S at Balenciaga I think of her partnership with Nicolas... After the whole story of why VP were axed from the guest list at Balenciaga shows I find this a bit odd... __________________ Oh oh see you said some key words, alright, you said I have spice and fire, so stay away before I burn yo ass up. New Blog

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Alyssa-K front row Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: France. Gender: femme Posts: 382	^Agreed. Plus, I don't think Roitfeld suits the Balenciaga image. __________________ Fashion blog : En Attendant Coco Lookbook : http://lookbook.nu/alyssakheddouche