Today, Chanel announced the acquisition of Charvet — the 188-year-old Place Vendôme shirtmaker, the oldest in France, and the last of its kind still standing (and the ultimate, if you know, you know, brand within the fashion industry).
Photo Credit: Courtesy of Chanel
Founded in 1838, Charvet has operated on Place Vendôme since 1877. It is celebrated worldwide for its bespoke shirts, suits, and accessories — and for the exceptional precision of its craft, produced…

