From Flower Vase to Film Emperor in Hollywood

“Knock, knock.”

In the early morning, the quiet knocking echoed dully in the hotel corridor, as if afraid of disturbing the weary souls sleeping inside. Who was knocking and waiting for a response?

Unexpectedly, after only a short wait, the door slowly opened, revealing Edgar's face, slightly tired but still unable to suppress his excitement.

Seeing the person, Edgar let out a long breath, "Mr. Slimane, I am really, really grateful that you are willing to lend a hand. Jesus Christ, the burning in my stomach can finally subside a little."

Hedi Slimane looked at the face in front of him, as if he had seen the savior, and for a moment, he didn't know where to start complaining.

“Hedi. Just call me Hedi.”

In the end, he swallowed all the other words and picked the most important point to start with.

Edgar smiled, "After yesterday, I think I need to express my respect."

Hedi shifted his gaze uncomfortably.

Edgar immediately understood the message, without explanation or comfort, he didn't say anything more, made way, and invited Hedi into the room.

Dior's fashion show, that was already the day before yesterday.

Then, the whole day yesterday was spent in a frenzy—

Starting from France, media from different countries and regions focused their attention, from Europe to Asia to Oceania, then to North America and South America, and finally back to Europe, covering different time zones, with constant heated discussions.

The initial reports were not professional enough and did not delve into the details for the time being. Detailed analysis and discussion still required patient waiting, waiting for the special reports from authoritative magazines, such as the November issue of "Vogue" magazine.

Nevertheless, first-hand news still spread across the board.

“Hedi Slimane shines at Paris Fashion Week!”

“Men's fashion ushers in a historic breakthrough and change: Dior leads the trend.”

“The third day of Paris Fashion Week welcomes an unprecedented frenzy.”

“When men and fashion collide, Dior finally gives a different answer!”

“Dior Paris Fashion Week show wins a fifteen-minute standing ovation from the entire audience.”

“Genius Hedi Slimane bravely breaks the framework and writes a new history of fashion.”

Abundant and mighty.

In a daze, it seemed that Paris had become the center of the world, and thousands of gazes converged into a spotlight, illuminating the city's streets and alleys.

Paris has always been the fashion capital, and it has a unique position among the four major fashion weeks. From the heat of discussion to the focus of attention to the audience traffic, Paris has long been accustomed to becoming the center of heated discussion in the fashion field every year at this season.

However, this time was different, completely different.

Even the locals in Paris couldn't help but sigh: unprecedented.

Even media outlets that had nothing to do with fashion sensed this trend and gave it their attention. Large and small newspapers in France were filled with relevant information, strongly breaking out of the circle. Everyone could feel that a change had quietly arrived.

In 2001, it was still very common for people to read news through newspapers. Whether they were interested or not, they could all see the relevant news.

Boom! Boom! Boom!

Among them, Hedi rightfully became the center of the storm, but he was not the only one.

“Anson Wood, a leader in fashion.”

“A rebel who dares to break the rules and break the mold: Anson Wood.”

Even, the front-page headlines were Anson's photos!

Appearing strongly in a devastating posture, that face, that figure, that name could be seen in every corner, simply inescapable.

Previously, whether it was "Friends" or "GQ", Anson thought he had already experienced the taste of overnight fame; but now he realized that it was nothing compared to the real frenzy of the current wave.

Imagine, from the Four Seasons Hotel to the café at the end of the street, a short distance of fifty meters, Edgar saw Anson's photo on the front page of five different newspapers. What was that feeling?

Indeed… surrounded.

That sense of immediacy was too strong, too shocking, to the point that his knees couldn't help but feel a little weak.

Twenty-four hours ago, in this city, Anson was a stranger, no one could call out his name; but twenty-four hours later, his face and name could be seen in the streets and alleys.

This great rise and fall experience was more exciting than a roller coaster.

Within just twenty-four hours, the world had changed completely; moreover, this was not the internet age, and only paper media had created such a clamor.

No wonder Edgar couldn't help but sigh when he saw Hedi.

Looking back now, the crowds after the Dior fashion show were just a warm-up.

At that time, Anson became the absolute focus, because Karl Lagerfeld personally sent an invitation to Anson on the spot, inviting Anson to the Chanel fashion show, hoping that Anson could be a VIP in the front row.

This honor was eye-catching.

At the same time, Anna Wintour also said that she was willing to be a guide.

One is the Old Buddha, and the other is the Devil Woman.

The two major mountains in the fashion field both cast their affirmative gazes on Anson, even chasing after him, which also typified Anson's position in the fashion field.

Today is the day when the Chanel fashion show debuts.

Although the Dior fashion show has already detonated this year's Paris, strictly speaking, the real climax is still to come; now, because of Hedi's sudden emergence, the focus of attention has reached a new peak, and the scene is naturally different.

Karl Lagerfeld personally sent someone to deliver the matching clothes to Anson, but considering today's occasion, they still needed to be prepared.

Decisively, Edgar got Anna's help and found a makeup and hair styling team for Anson, but that wasn't enough, Edgar sent a distress signal to Hedi.

Like Anna, Hedi appeared at the Four Seasons Hotel without hesitation.

In fact, Anson was still sleeping at this time. Yesterday was a whole day of social engagements. They didn't even have time to celebrate the successful audition of "Catch Me If You Can". The new breakthrough in the fashion industry had already filled the work schedule.

In order to ensure that he could continue the Chanel fashion show in the best condition in the afternoon, Anson needed sufficient sleep.

Hedi entered the room; after roughly looking around, he had a judgment, and without asking about Anson's condition, his eyes fell on the clothes neatly hanging on the hanger.

“These are the clothes sent by Karl Lagerfeld, which were still ironed last night.”

“However, I'm not sure, can Anson just wear this to attend, or does he need to match it? Or do we need to improve it?”

Edgar also realized his shortcomings. Fashion is indeed not his field, but he didn't mind admitting it. It's good to accept help frankly.

Hedi didn't reply, but looked quietly, his eyes shining slightly:

Amazing, still amazing.

Karl Lagerfeld was able to dominate the fashion field for so many years, it was by no means a false reputation.