If you’re also on the hunt for OldCeline by Phoebe Philo ✨
from her post as creative director at Celine — and that she would be taking her minimal, crisp, and clean approach to design with her. In a panic, the style set began purchasing anything they could get their hands on. According to Nediva Sokoll-Ward, founder of burgeoning vintage fashion hub, the response to Philo’s exit, paired with the excitement around her comeback, means that consumers shopping for “Old Celine” will have to be equal parts savvy and quick to the draw.
Reiterating Sokoll-Ward’s sentiments, editor and fashion historian Martin Lerma adds that part of Philo’s strong appeal comes from her modern take on wardrobe classics. “At any point in time, there are only ever a handful of designers really leading the charge and, whether you care for her designs or not, Philo is certainly among that group,” says Lerma.
Aside from her influence on design as a whole, Philo was known to churn out quality pieces that were meant to transcend seasons and trends. “When I’m sourcing inventory, Celine is one of the few brands that I allow myself to splurge on simply because I know it will sell and won't be sitting on my shelf for long,” Sokoll-Ward divulges on her process.