Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago
For many years, Emilie Arnault remained a mystery. The designer behind Côte&Ciel’s sculptural bags was private, off the airwaves. Her work became a bridge between high-fashion artistry and everyday softgoods, and a bastion of good taste among the in-crowd. But Arnault herself? She stayed in the background. Creating. Feeling. In a state of play.
But there’s been a shift in the last few years. Côte&Ciel’s creative powerhouse has conducted a few interviews. Put a face and personality to the bags that fans and designers alike have been in awe of. So, on a recent trip to Paris, we were lucky enough to steal some of her time.
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For many years, Emilie Arnault remained a mystery. The designer behind Côte&Ciel’s sculptural bags was private, off the airwaves. Her work became a bridge between high-fashion artistry and everyday softgoods, and a bastion of good taste among the in-crowd. But Arnault herself? She stayed in the background. Creating. Feeling. In a state of play.
But there’s been a shift in the last few years. Côte&Ciel’s creative powerhouse has conducted a few interviews. Put a face and personality to the bags that fans and designers alike have been in awe of. So, on a recent trip to Paris, we were lucky enough to steal some of her time.
coteetciel.com
