Rumor has it that Alber Elbaz from Lanvin may replace Karl Lagerfeld at Chanel. After scratching my head for 20 minutes and scramming for my phone so I can call Karl the idea almost seemed possible. Unlike the Anna Wintour leaving vogue to be replaced by Carine Roitfeld rumors, Karl’s potential predecessor is extremely qualified. Before I continue I must say that Karl Lagerfeld is Chanel, Coco may have founded the house but it’s Karl Lagerfeld who really gave the house the edge that it has now. Going back to Alber Elbaz he is another fashion prodigy, a God of amazing cuts, and tailored perfection. All reasons why I can see him taking the helm at Chanel.

Karl Lagerfeld from Chanel Vs Alber Elbaz from Lanvin

But Chanel sans Lagerfeld would be weird for some and a delight for others. For the Chanel enthusiasts they may not want to weather the changes that Alber Elbaz would make while others are craving for some new blood and a new take on Chanel. I know some people believe that rumors stem from the truth but in fashion they usually come around the time that contracts are up for renewal. Cathy Horyn recently asked Lagerfeld about the rumors and he answered, “forget about it” and that he will die in his boots. Not to mention the fact that Alain Wertheimer, whose family owns Chanel, said he would sell the house when the designer leaves. No formal word on what that means but my guess is it’s safe to assume that the Kaiser will not be leaving Chanel for now.