Peter Philips Creative Director of Chanel Make Up

Peter Philips is set to replace Dominique Moncourtois and Heidi Morawetz at Chanel Makeup come January 1st 2008.

Peter Philips, a graduate of Antwerp's Royal Academy of Fine Arts was chosen to join Chanel as Creative Director of Chanel Make Up. Peter has been working alongside Dominique Moncourtois and Heidi Morawetz to ensure a smooth transition within the Make Up Studio.

Karl Lagerfeld says: “Peter Philips is not only an excellent make-up artist, he also has the ability to create the perfect complexion. I was fascinated by his art when I worked with him for the first time”.

Maureen Chiquet (CEO Chanel): “We are extremely pleased to welcome Peter Philips as the new Creative Director- Chanel Make Up. Peter will continue the exceptional work done by Dominique Moncourtois and Heidi Morawetz over the past thirty years. Peter Philips has displayed an ability to capture the very essence and spirit of the brand. His exceptional creativity, his sense of perfection and his attention to the smallest detail have all contributed to his worldwide recognition today. His thoroughly modern approach will play a key role in his new position and his focus will be on style.
He will draw his inspiration from the timeless images of Chanel while always looking towards the future.”