John Galliano was stripped of his metal of Legion d'Honneur

 

President Francois Hollande has taken away John Galliano metal of Legion d'Honneur, a prestigious award given to the designer for his contributions to Haute Couture. Galliano was convicted of flinging anti-semitic remarks in a drunken tirade and was fined $8,400, which he did not have to pay, and no jail time. The former Dior artistic director was eventually fired from Christian Dior and his own label.  Unfortunately this is another disgraceful blow to the once revered designer. Despite all that has happen. I, for one, still admire Mr. Galliano's talent and creative genius. His work was an inspiration to me and fellow designers alike; and although his actions were wrong and his life topsy turvy, I can still appreciate all the craftsmanship,creativity, and showmanship he has made to the world of fashion, especially Haute Couture. As we approach 2013, I could have never imagined in 2010 and again in 2011 the fashion industry would loose two of the most supreme designers of our time, Lee Alexander McQueen and John Galliano in such different and unfortunate circumstances. I hope as time goes on, Mr. Galliano will find his way back into the spotlight and high fashion. Despite the fame, reverence, and acclamations, no one is invincible and we all hold a key to our destruction.