Clara Baudouin, at the heart of Haute Couture during the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
SUPMODE alumnus Clara Baudouin, who graduated in 2021 with a Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design & Brand Development, has put her skills to work for one of the world's greatest fashion houses: Christian Dior.
A Blurred Mechanic at Christian Dior's VIP workshop, Clara helps create one-off pieces for the House's most prestigious customers. Described as "discreet, meticulous and endowed with a great capacity for work" by our Technical Referent Mme Morel, Clara was able to contribute her professional expertise during the creation of the dress worn by world-renowned singer Aya Nakamura for the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
Clara's contribution to the creation of the dress worn by Aya Nakamura
Clara first participated in the making of the canvas, a crucial step in the creation of a haute couture piece. This first version is used to check measurements and adjustments before moving on to the final model.
Drawing on her experience and expertise, Clara worked on this masterpiece by embroidered by Maison Lemarié artisans.
This creation, imagined by Maria Grazia Chiuri, has been widely appreciated by audiences around the world.
A source of pride for SUPMODE
SUPMODE students, alumni and future students can look to Clara as an inspiring example of whatcan be achieved with hard work, passion and perseverance.
We wish her all the best for the rest of her career and are convinced of her success in the Haute Couture sector.
Photo credit
Sophie Carre
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