The father-daughter duo is based in midtown Manhattan and offers an American answer to French couture.
The mixture of tradition and daring also characterizes the spirit of theNew York City Ballet.
VoguesLilah Ramzi, a dance connoisseur as well as a fashion historian, acted as the days hostess.
Chloe Mendel,Vogue’sLilah Ramzi, and Gilles Mendel.Photographed by Ryan Sides
Known for her love of classic silhouettes, Ramzi looked at home among House of Gilles graceful creations.
Gilles was delayed as he needed to attend to some of the dancers skirts.
It encourages you to push boundaries yourself.
In a way, I am kind of an artisan, Gilles said.
My dad was an artisan, my grandfather was an artisan.
I have a certain pride in the making and I think I transmitted that to Chloe.
Vogue’s Lilah Ramzi, Chloe Mendel, Gilles Mendel
Jamie Soros
