Chanel's recent runway show in Sydney attracted a host of Hollywood stars and local elite, but the event was also marked by a number of surprising no-shows, fueling social media speculation. Among the conspicuous absences was influencer Elle Ferguson, who has previously expressed strong affinity for the brand. Earlier this year, Ferguson claimed to be among the first in Paris to acquire Chanel's highly coveted Maxi Flap bag, documenting the purchase online.
Other notable figures from Australia's fashion and society circles who were not present at the ultra-exclusive event included Pip Edwards, long considered a prominent fashion identity, and pilates instructor Bernadette Sukkar. Socialite sisters-in-law Lou O'Neil and Deborah Symond-O'Neil also did not attend.
The guest list also reportedly included former friends Jess Ingham and Laura Hazzouri, whose past relationship has been the subject of considerable gossip. It remains unclear if the two exchanged any words at the show. Hazzouri, the wife of Revelop co-founder and billionaire Charbel Hazzouri, shared photos from inside the event, while Ingham's attendance status was not explicitly detailed.
Conversely, figures like socialite Sarah Lucas, a noted Chanel client, and socialite Stephanie May, along with influencer Jaimee Belle Kennedy, were spotted at the event. Actor Joel Edgerton and Nicole Kidman were also among the attendees. Socialite Lisa Wipfli, wife of radio personality Michael 'Wippa' Wipfli, was not in attendance. The event showcased Chanel's latest collections against a backdrop of high-profile guests and subtle social currents.