Chandon Careers

Kenzo has been infusing positive energy and contagious freedom for half a century by boldly proclaiming a polychrome, daring and borderless fashion that celebrates nature and cultural diversity. Founded in Paris in 1970 by Kenzo Takada, who opened his first boutique in Galerie Vivienne in Paris, the House continues to cultivate and reinterpret codes that make it unique with dynamic modernity: a mix of prints and harmony of refined colors and an exuberant and sophisticated creativity imbued with optimism and impertinence.

In September 2021 Kenzo embarked on a new chapter in its history with the naming of Nigo as the House’s new Artistic Director.

Bernard Arnault has led the Group since 1989 and is the majority shareholder, pursuing a clearly focused vision: make LVMH the world leader in luxury. An unprecedented portfolio of iconic brands makes LVMH unique in the world, a Group that has continued to grow and thrive since its founding.

LVMH's development initially centered on acquiring brands, bringing them the benefits of the Group's proven expertise, nurturing their growth while respecting their distinctive identities. All LVMH Maisons share a strong belief that the desirability of their products is intimately linked to their sustainability. This is why LVMH has always ensured that product manufacturing complies with the highest ethical, environmental and social standards.

Corporate philanthropy in support of the arts and culture has been a cornerstone of the Group since its creation and a guiding force behind its development. This philanthropy resonates with the values of skilled professionalism, excellence and creativity shared by our Maisons, values that characterize their artistic, cultural and social contributions. Initiated by Bernard Arnault in 2006, the Fondation Louis Vuitton opened to the public in 2014, a breathtaking embodiment of the philanthropy pursued by the Group and its Maisons.

With 75 Maisons in key sectors of the luxury industry—Wines & Spirits, Fashion & Leather Goods, Fragrance & Cosmetics, Watches & Jewelry, Selective retailing and Other activities, including Hospitality and Media—LVMH is now the world leader in luxury. The Group's economic footprint in the regions where it operates—80 countries around the world—extends far beyond simply business performance by creating value at multiple levels thanks to our activities.

The Moncler brand was created in 1952 in Monestier-de-Clermont, a small village in the mountains near Grenoble, aiming at creating padded sleeping bags and tents for the mountain. A few years later, in response to the needs of its employees working at high altitudes, the Company produced the first down jacket for extreme climates. This vocation to protect from the cold has evolved over the years becoming a global phenomenon and a sporting luxury icon.

Guerlain is the Parisian alchemist that pursues an infinite quest for wonder of senses and crafts artistic beauty from Nature, since 1828. As a House of High Perfumery and High Cosmetics, it elevated bespoke to the level of Art. This is what makes it exceptional.

Since 1828, the history of the House of Guerlain has been distinguished by major creations whose contemporary and innovative spirit have marked and traversed the ages. Some of these creations remain references in contemporary beauty to this day.

Pierre-François-Pascal Guerlain made the opening of his first boutique on rue de Rivoli in Paris in 1828 his founding act. It quickly became an elegant meeting place, where the Parisian beau monde and rich English travellers flocked to acquire creams, makeup and fragrances.

Pierre-François-Pascal Guerlain dedicated the Eau de Cologne Impériale to Empress Eugenie, the wife of Napoleon III, thus earning him the title “Official Perfumer to His Majesty”. He entrusted the Pochet du Courval glassworks with the manufacture of a bottle adorned with the Empire's bees, painted in fine gold, and a festoon motif, inspired by the Vendôme column. The Bee Bottle was born.

At 68 Avenue des Champs-Élysées, the Guerlain family built their hôtel particulier in 1914, a magnificent building registered in the Inventaire Supplémentaire des Monuments Historiques (the French Supplementary Historic Monument List). This boutique marked the beginning of the House's expansion, from Paris to, today, the four corners of the world.

Kering Eyewear’s journey started, completely from scratch, at the end of 2014. A very small team with a big vision: to change the world of Frames and Sunglasses by creating the first Luxury company in the Eyewear industry.

In June 2015, Kering Eyewear officially launched its first collection, “Collezione 1”, presenting it to the market in the exclusive setting of Palazzo Grassi in Venice. It was an extraordinary event for an extraordinary company.

Gucci, one of the world’s most desirable fashion houses, joined Kering Eyewear’s portfolio in 2016. Creative teams worked closely to deliver a collection that fully represents the brand and matches perfectly its DNA, supporting Gucci in its mission of reinventing a wholly modern approach to fashion.

In 2017, the Kering Group and Compagnie Financière Richemont signed a Strategic Partnership for the development of Maison Cartier’s Eyewear category. Kering Eyewear celebrated the addition of Maison Cartier, one of the most iconic brands in the whole Luxury industry, to its portfolio with an exclusive event at Petit Palais in Paris.

Balenciaga, the most authentic and innovative brand in the fashion industry, finally joined Kering Eyewear’s portfolio in 2018. The brand’s strong creativity will add substantial value to Kering Eyewear’s already outstanding portfolio of luxury brands. Balenciaga Eyewear collection is available through a highly selective distribution network from January 2019.

Montblanc and Kering Eyewear announced their partnership in 2018. The two partners will work hand-in-hand to further establish Montblanc in the Eyewear segment, with a renewed focus on refined design, performance and the creation of iconic pieces.

In September 2019, Kering Eyewear strengthened its industrial assets with the official opening of the Logistics Center in Vescovana, in the Veneto Region, a few kilometers from Villa Zaguri, the Company Headquarter and historic villa at the gates of Padua.

In June 2020, Kering Eyewear announced the partnership with Chloé for the development of its Eyewear category. With this new addition Kering Eyewear reinforced its leadership in the high-end eyewear segment, teaming up with the Parisian Maison recognized for its natural allure that balances couture savoir-faire with youthful attitude.

Influential, innovative and progressive, Gucci is reinventing a wholly modern approach to fashion. Under the new vision of creative director Alessandro Michele, the House has redefined luxury for the 21st century, further reinforcing its position as one of the world’s most desirable fashion houses. Eclectic, contemporary, romantic—Gucci products represent the pinnacle of Italian craftsmanship and are unsurpassed for their quality and attention to detail. Gucci is part of the Kering Group, a world leader in apparel and accessories that owns a portfolio of powerful luxury and sport and lifestyle brands. For further information about Gucci, visit www.gucci.com

More than sixty years ago, Robert Jean de Vogüé, at the time President of Moët & Chandon, and a handful of other exceptional individuals had the vision, courage and drive to redefine luxury sparkling wine.

They realized that there was a way to make it modern; and that was to take it far, far from home, exporting their centuries old know how, not the bottles. What they created was a thrilling paradox: a heritage brand with dynamism in its DNA. CHANDON.

Now spanning four continents, we have wineries in Argentina, California, Brazil, Australia, China and India, making ours the largest sparkling vineyard worldwide and the only domain on which the sun never sets.

Drawing on a collaborative network of sixteen winemakers of seven different nationalities, we stand for new terroirs, innovative methods and an ever-curious outlook that happily unites our diverse lands and people. CHANDON opens up a world of possibilities.

Founded in Brussels in 1829, Delvaux is the oldest fine leather goods house in the world, crafting and designing without interruption in its workshops since then. Delvaux is the inventor of the modern handbag, having filed the first-ever leather handbag patent in the world, in 1908.

In 1933 Franz Schwennicke takes over the business. Delvaux becomes an exclusive brand and is the first to introduce seasonal collections, mirroring the practices of Haute Couture.

Under his direction and then later that of his wife, Solange, Delvaux produces countless masterpieces. The ateliers of Brussels and France produce handbags that stand out in the history of leather goods, such as the ‘Brillant’, created for the Brussels World Fair in 1958.

Steeped in the spirit of Belgian surrealism, la Maison Delvaux brings a witty approach to all its creations, infusing each design with an unconventional and original touch.

The first luxury leather goods house in the world is unlike any other. In the hands of its highly skilled leather artisans, Delvaux bags become genuine works of art.

Delvaux has a long and rich history. More than 3,000 handbag designs have been created since 1829. To this day, every new creation continues to be described, sketched and catalogued in Delvaux’s Golden Book, the “Livre d’Or”.

The story of Cartier is founded on audacity and passion. For more than 170 years we have embraced a bold, pioneering spirit that continues to inspire our teams across all Métiers from our boutiques to our workshops and corporate offices. Our 8,500+ colleagues of 90 nationalities are united by a shared independent spirit and commitment to excellence, striving to continuously enrich our Maison’s heritage by pushing the boundaries of creativity.

Paul Smith is Britain’s leading independent design company. Paul Smith champions positivity, curiosity and creativity. These qualities underpin every Paul Smith design, whether it’s a shirt, a shop or a special collaboration.

We are a British company with a global outlook. What began in a small, 3 x 3 metre shop in Nottingham, England, has grown to 130 shops and counting around the world, with locations in over 60 countries.

Sir Paul Smith is the designer, master shopkeeper and majority shareholder of Paul Smith, but you can call him Paul. Paul’s saying, that ‘you can find inspiration in everything’, remains the guiding principle of the company. It means that Paul Smith designs are eclectic, with references drawn from art, music, and everyday life. You’ll also find plenty of nods to Paul’s lifelong love of cycling.

Paul Smith products are crafted with fifty years of design knowhow. This experience informs everything we make, from refined yet relaxed tailoring for men and women through to casual trainers, formal shoes and Paul Smith Junior pieces for our youngest customers.