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REAL TALK: RACIL

Meet Racil Chalhoub–the buyer-turned-designer behind the brand beloved for bold, sharp tailoring.

Words by Bridget Barnett

RACIL CHEAT SHEET


Founder:
Racil Chalhoub


Founded:
2005


Brand Birthplace:
Paris, France


Current Location:
London, England


Designer Hometown:
Beirut, Lebanon


Notable Achievement:
Vogue Emerging Talent, Vogue Italia

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What is the best and worst thing about living in London?

“The best thing about London is that it is so cosmopolitan, it really makes you feel at home even if you aren’t from here. The worst thing has to be that it is quite fast-paced – I never manage to do all the things I want to do in a day! It is also very polluted.”

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What surprises you about people?


“Honesty.”


What is one thing people don’t know about you?


“I wake up at 6:20am every morning so that I have time for myself before going to work. The first thing I do is text my mother.”


How do you deal with stress?


“I’m still trying to deal with it! I usually go for a walk in the park and try to be pragmatic about things.”


What is your biggest regret?


“Not having started what I do earlier.”

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Proudest brand moment?

“I think it must be the day I launched the brand. A dream come true.”

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