INSIDE THE DREAM: MUGLER, THE NEW DOCUMENTARY

PARIS, Sept. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Mugler announces the release of a documentary directed by Matthieu Menu and produced by Terminal 9 that takes the audience behind-the-scenes of key moments in the lead up to the French house's 50^th anniversary including the making of the Spring/Summer 2024 runway show by Casey Cadwallader.

Since its first apparition on Earth in 1974, Mugler has become synonymous with fashion and fragrance that is fierce, fascinating, and fantastical. Rooted deeply in the entertainment industry and beloved by boundary-pushing performers such as Beyoncé, Lady Gaga, and Dua Lipa for decades, Mugler is more than a house - it's a movement, a true cultural force shaping pop culture with its unwavering commitment to empowerment and inclusivity. Mugler has long embodied the spirit of bold self-expression, continually redefining the art of trailblazing in the world of high fashion and avant-garde fragrance.

This autumn, the French fashion house prepares to enthrall with Inside the Dream: Mugler, an exclusive documentary directed by Matthieu Menu and produced by Terminal 9. 60-minutes that dive deep into the conception and realization of key Mugler events in the lead up to the house's 50th anniversary.

The cinematic journey offers an unparalleled glimpse into the creative synapses and constellations with the Mugler universe, offering an intimate audience with Fashion Creative Director Casey Cadwallader, blending unseen archive footage with runway backstage and behind-the-scenes of the iconic Angel and Alien fragrance campaigns starring Hunter Schafer and Anok Yai, respectively.

The narrative is a celebration of a visionary heritage, exploring half a century of firsts - from Manfred Thierry Mugler's revolutionary impact on fashion and discovering the gourmand olfactive family with the Angel fragrance to Casey Cadwallader's spectacular fashion presentations and cutting-edge innovations. The documentary reveals the making of Zendaya's show-stopping appearance in the chrome robot Maschinenmensch from the Fall/Winter 1995-1996 'Cirque d'hiver' collection for the premier of Dune 2, capturing the electrifying essence of Mugler's impact on the world's red carpets.

"50 years of Mugler is a testament to the power of bold creativity. With Fashion Creative Director Casey Cadwallader, the brand continues to honor Manfred Thierry Mugler's transformative legacy and shape the future of fashion and fragrance together, with its iconic designs and groundbreaking innovations." Danièle Lahana-Aidenbaum, Global Brand President Mugler Fashion & Fragrances.

Featuring iconic fashion figures associated with the house of Mugler such as Pat Cleveland, Iman Bowie, Zendaya, Paris Hilton, Law Roach, as well as key insiders such as Casey Cadwallader – Fashion Creative Director, Cyril Chapuy - L'Oréal Luxe President , Danièle Lahana-Aidenbaum - Global Brand President Mugler Fashion & Fragrances, Olivier Cresp - Master Perfumer DSM-FIRMENICH, just to name a few, and a colorful cast of creatives, the documentary captures the essence of empowerment and fierce spirit that has long defined the brand.

Inside the Dream: Mugler will be available to watch exclusively on Canal+ in France from September 25^th and soon worldwide on selected platforms including Prime Video.

Oanna Lepron - Oanna.LEPRON@loreal.com

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INSIDE THE DREAM: MUGLER, THE NEW DOCUMENTARY

SINGAPORE, Sept. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Markel, the insurance operations within Markel Group Inc. (NYSE: MKL), is pleased to announce the appointment of April Tam as Senior Underwriter, Professional Financial Risk (PFR) & Cyber and Head of Financial Institutions in Asia. This strategic hire is integral to advancing Markel's profile and reinforcing its leadership position in the PFR sector.

In her new role, Tam will be instrumental in strengthening Markel's Financial Institutions proposition in Asia. Working in collaboration with the regional underwriting team across Asia, Tam will focus on driving continued profitable growth of the company's PFR book and ensuring its scalability and diversification. She will also be responsible for forging strong relationships with insurance brokers, clients and partners in the region.

Tam joins Markel from Allianz Commercial, where she was most recently employed as Financial Institutions Practice Leader, Asia. Prior to joining Allianz Commercial in 2018, Tam gained expertise at Zurich Insurance Group. With more than 12 years' experience in Financial Lines underwriting, Tam brings a wealth of expertise, broker relationships and a proven track record to Markel.

Based in Hong Kong, Tam will report to Kevin Leung, Chief Underwriting Officer, Asia Pacific.

Leung commented: "I'm excited to welcome April to our team in Hong Kong. Her extensive experience and deep understanding of Financial Lines underwriting will be of huge importance as we continue to expand and enhance our PFR offerings. I'm confident that April's expertise and strong networks will significantly help to contribute to our strategic objectives and strengthen our position in the Asia market."

About Markel
We are Markel, a leading global specialty insurer with a truly people-first approach. As the insurance operations within Markel Group Inc. (NYSE: MKL), we operate the Markel Specialty, Markel International, and Markel Global Reinsurance divisions, as well as State National, our portfolio protection and program services operations, and Nephila, our insurance-linked securities operations. Our broad array of capabilities and expertise allow us to create intelligent solutions for the most complex risk management needs. However, it is our people – and the deep, valued relationships they develop with colleagues, brokers and clients – that differentiates us worldwide.

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Markel appoints April Tam as Senior Underwriter, PFR & Cyber and Head of Financial Institutions, Asia