No. Emilia was quite well-known in the fashion world and the aristocratic/Jet-set/socialite circles prior to this drama.
She’s probably far better known across the ocean than US. She’s no Givenchy, that’s for sure.
No. Emilia was quite well-known in the fashion world and the aristocratic/Jet-set/socialite circles prior to this drama.
I had never heard of Emelia prior to this, but certainly have now. Maybe this was a way of getting attention and making er 'name' known?
People that count? How does one become an ‘expert’ in style.
Style is subjective or threads like this wouldn’t exist. I’ve read many opinions and the comments are about 50-50.
I agree, the unacceptable behaviour of some was scary, but for most of us it was just . . . what! I still find it hard to believe that a professional woman should behave in such an unprofessional way.
To be in a snit about something is one thing, but to publicly lambast both the dress and the bride herself was very bitchy. But the words she used about Meghan were personal, dismissive and snobbish exposing a not a very pleasant person for all to see. Her unbelievable public tantrum has the potential to adversely affect her business and reputation which, in her line of work is no small consideration.
She’s probably far better known across the ocean than US. She’s no Givenchy, that’s for sure.
I have no doubt a majority of Americans specifically everyday housewives have never heard of Emilia nor her designs before this unfortunate incident. Sadly, it is clear that a majority of American housewives are too busy following unoriginal designs from Macy’s or dressing in tacky Athleisure clothing.
With that being said, Givenchy has not been Givenchy since the late count, Hubert, officially retired in 1995.
I have no doubt a majority of Americans specifically everyday housewives have never heard of Emilia nor her designs before this unfortunate incident. Sadly, it is clear that a majority of American housewives are too busy following unoriginal designs from Macy’s or dressing in tacky Athleisure clothing.
With that being said, Givenchy has not been Givenchy since the late count, Hubert, officially retired in 1995.
@Lady Sarah Chatto, I agree with your assessment on designers praising Meghan's dress. At this point it seems more like obligation to me, plus I'm sure they all have the same dress in their collection.
Just read what Emilia said and I agree with her, the fit wasn't good and her hair looked subpar. Its definitely an overreaction to throw hate at this woman for such basic criticisms.
I still want more attribution as to where and to whom this was supposedly said by Emilia Wickstead. I have read many articles about this--a number don't give any source, and the rest cite The Daily Mail as the source.
So now everyone is okay ruining a woman's business and life because of a Daily Mail fly by from Sebastian Shakespeare?
:applauds: There is a lot of immature disdain for America and Americans on this forum. Having to insult a population who has done nothing to warrant it is sad.What does housewives or Macy's have to do with this? There are plenty of women in US that enjoys fashion, and doesn't see anything special with Emilia Wickstead. There is no need to insult a portion of population just because Emilia Wickstead isn't that well known.
This dress is actually quite reflective of the classic Givenchy and Audrey Hepburn style.
Sour grapes or not there are those who agree with what she said. I commend any designer who doesn't praise Meghan's look out of obligation.If she was you, just a normal every day person spurting opinions sure [emoji38]
But this is a designer, a designer who often dresses members of the BRF, who accused Meghan of wearing a cheap Knock off of her gown. Its sour grapes at best. You didn't hire me so I am going to bad mouth you to the public, and say accuse you of stealing my designs.
Sour grapes or not there are those who agree with what she said. I commend any designer who doesn't praise Meghan's look out of obligation.
I am not comfortable with it, but if someone was trashing my reputation, I'd come out and say so. It's kind of weird that she hasn't yet.
I still haven't seen a source other than the Daily Mail/Sebastian Shakespeare and he doesn't say where this information came from. I want more details--who did she say this to or write this to?
Sour grapes or not there are those who agree with what she said. I commend any designer who doesn't praise Meghan's look out of obligation.
Meghan's dress looked like a hundred other dresses by a hundred other designers. You can walk into a dozen bridal shops and find it; its not groundbreaking that this lady says Meghan's dress looks like one of hers. There are similarities from the waist up and that's all. Emilia was right that the dress should have fit better and if the clothes she makes are usually as nice as I have recently seen then she will still have success as a designer because she is very talented. If you're going to talk crap at least be able to back it up.She's not obligated to praise. However, going out of her way to trash a client that's worn her clothing is unprofessional. And I still haven't heard any commentator that said this is like that Emilia Wickstead gown like she claims there has been. So she's not right on her facts as well.
Meghan's dress looked like a hundred other dresses by a hundred other designers. You can walk into a dozen bridal shops and find it; l
Sour grapes or not there are those who agree with what she said. I commend any designer who doesn't praise Meghan's look out of obligation.
Meghan's dress looked like a hundred other dresses by a hundred other designers. You can walk into a dozen bridal shops and find it; its not groundbreaking that this lady says Meghan's dress looks like one of hers. There are similarities from the waist up and that's all. Emilia was right that the dress should have fit better and if the clothes she makes are usually as nice as I have recently seen then she will still have success as a designer because she is very talented. If you're going to talk crap at least be able to back it up.
Nobody has to like it and just as our opinions vary greatly, so too every designer can critique another's work. Just as we are different, so too are designers and their opinions can be as diverse as possible'. However, there was a very ugly personal tenor to Ms Wicklstead's critique.Sour grapes or not there are those who agree with what she said. I commend any designer who doesn't praise Meghan's look out of obligation.
I didn't think I was talking crap?