On March 19, Beijing time, Chanel announced that the company had stopped production and would gradually close its production bases in France, Italy and Switzerland for two weeks. It is reported that the above production bases include production lines of Chanel watches, haute couture clothes, ready-made clothes and high-end jewelry.
Although the closure time is tentatively set at 2 weeks, some analysts believe that the follow-up period is likely to be extended according to the current grim situation of the European epidemic.
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Affected by the epidemic, global luxury goods have become the hardest hit areas, and many luxury brands have stopped production.
Related news: Chanel and Hermes announced the temporary closure of factories, and many fashion shows were cancelled:
Hermes decided to close 42 production bases in France until March 30, Gucci has closed six factories and all stores in Italy, and LVMH's perfume factory began to produce hand sanitizer this week.
In addition, Chanel also decided to cancel the holiday series show held in Capri, Italy on May 7 and the replica show of high-end handicraft series held in London, England on June 4. Affected by the epidemic, Gucci, Versace, Max Mara, Hermes and other brands also canceled the 202 1 early spring holiday show.
China Chanel announced that it would stop production for two weeks after Gucci and Hermes.
People's Daily Online-Chanel and Hermes announced that they would temporarily close their factories and cancel many fashion shows.