Is there an ideal Lanvin man/muse?
LO: When I start a collection, I never really think of one type of Lanvin man. We still have our old customers who have been coming to Lanvin for decades to buy their wardrobe. I’m very happy that they still come to buy Lanvin’s classic line. When I’m at the shop, I sometimes see these clients who come in and they might not buy the more “fashion” items but they might buy a pair of trainers or a sweater or a cardigan. Then there’s the younger guys who come in and buy trainers, T-shirts and shirts. We’re very democratic in that sense and it’s meant for everyone. It’s not for one specific body type or age. Lanvin does not sell matching suits – why is that? LO: It’s a more modern way to dress. I never wear a suit all in one colour; it’s always separates. It’s nice to have different textures and different colours so that it’s always slightly “off”. It’s more rich and varied. I don’t like the suit as a uniform and I can’t relate to that. At the same time, though, there’s a growing interest i
