When it comes to storytelling and world-building, few luxury labels do it as cohesively as Chanel.

Paula never hesitated to lift up those coming up behind her, including myself, Rosenthal said.

We know she is watching.

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What happens in this program is that were creating a pipeline for excellence, Washington added.

Were creating a situation where there are no excuses.

Nobody gets to turn around and say they couldnt find a great woman director.

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We found them here in Tribeca; we nurtured them, we prepared them.

As a keepsake for the day, guests were handed a little white Chanel bag on their way out.

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Jenny Slate and Rachel Weisz

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