Lena Mahfouf joined students at the Paris School for an exclusive talk about her personal experience, industry dynamics and business advice 

Lena Mahfouf, one of France’s leading content creators with nearly 5 million engaged followers, was recently invited for an exclusive talk with students and alumni at our Paris campus. Recognized for her collaborations with Louis Vuitton, Dior, and Chanel, she was also the first French influencer invited to the Met Gala, dressed by Dior.

Beyond fashion, Lena is a major cultural voice in France. She is the host of Canapé 6 Places, France’s most-listened podcast, where she has interviewed icons such as Anna Wintour, Jacquemus, Pharrell, and Billie Eilish, topping Spotify’s rankings in 2023. Her book, Toujours Plus became a bestseller with over 500,000 copies sold.

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Lena’s connection with Istituto Marangoni Paris goes back three years. In 2021, she partnered with us to launch a scholarship for students, personally serving on the jury to select the finalists. Franck Bousquet, one of the finalists for the Lena Scholarship, has since been named one of the top 10 student designers of 2024. Lena also attended our Fashion Show last year, witnessing Franck’s collection on the runway.

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Now, three years later, Lena and Franck reunited at Istituto Marangoni Paris, making her return particularly meaningful. Her continued support underscores her long-term collaboration with our school and highlights our ongoing engagement with top industry figures. It reflects Istituto Marangoni's strong connection with leading cultural influencers and the luxury fashion industry.