Dec 7, 07 12:58 PM

Fashion house Chanel paid homage last night to artisans and craftspeople who make feathers, pearls and silk flower accessories with a fashion show in London.

Since 2002, In addition to Chanel's regular set of fashion shows, designer Karl Lagerfeld has held an annual show to put creations on display that are made by artisans and craftspeople whose businesses have been acquired by Chanel in order to ensure their survival and to pass along their techniques and knowledge.

The show took place in an old post office that is currently being converted to an auction house. Included in the 450 attendees who took in a wide variety of dresses, materials and colors were Claudia Schiffer, Lily Allen, Emma Thompson, Emma Watson, Karl Lagerfeld, Natalie Imbruglia and Sean Lennon.