Fireside Chat with Justine Picardie
In a captivating evening at the Army and Navy Club, members were delighted to welcome acclaimed author Justine Picardie for an intimate Fireside Chat, followed by an elegant supper. Building on her 2021 salon lunch at the Club, where she shared insights from Miss Dior: A Story of Courage and Couture, Justine returned to discuss her definitive biography, Coco Chanel: The Legend and the Life.
The evening offered a fresh perspective on Chanel’s enduring legacy, with Justine unveiling newly updated material and rare, previously unpublished archival images from the latest edition of her celebrated book. Her reflections on the life and influence of Coco Chanel, informed by her years as editor-in-chief of Harper’s Bazaar and fashion director at Vogue, captivated all in attendance.
The supper that followed provided a unique opportunity for a select few to engage in deeper discussion with Justine, comparing the lives and legacies of Chanel and Dior—two titans of fashion. This exceptional event not only celebrated the artistry and influence of these fashion greats but also provided members with an evening of cultural and intellectual enrichment in the refined surroundings of the Drawing Room.