Chanel bids farewell with a harvest-inspired couture show before Blazy takes over

The collection used wheat, a long-standing symbol of prosperity cherished by the founder herself, as a recurring motif throughout (Tom Nicholson/AP) - (AP)

“Fashion passes; style remains,” said Gabrielle Chanel.

It’s clear that this haute couture collection embodied its founder’s ethos, presenting a subdued collection in pared-back, earthy tones.