La Maison Season 1 Episode 3 Recap: Did Vincent Finally Resign from Maison LEDU?

La Maison, the French fashion drama, premiered its third episode of season 1 on Friday, September 27, on Apple TV+. This episode delves into the immediate aftermath of Vincent’s scandal and the family’s decision to vote for Paloma as the new artistic director of Maison LEDU.

In the earlier episodes of La Maison, Vincent believed that the ramifications of his racist scandal would fade away. Meanwhile, Perle and the Ledu family were scheming to persuade Vincent to resign, positioning Zita Hanrot’s character, Paloma, a talented and innovative designer, as his successor. After securing the majority vote from the board members, Perle took Paloma on a tour of the fashion house, where she spotted a painting previously gifted to Vincent by her father, Gino.

In a dramatic confrontation on the steps of Maison LEDU, Paloma tells Vincent that she has assumed her role as the new artistic director and does not want to see him at the Maison. Although Vincent hesitates to relinquish his position at LEDU House, season 1, episode 3 ultimately portrays him following the advice of his inner circle and bidding farewell to Maison LEDU.

Disclaimer: This article contains significant spoilers for La Maison season 1. Reader’s discretion is advised.

Did Vincent finally leave Maison LEDU in La Maison season 1 episode 3?

By the end of La Maison’s season 1 premiere, Perle had firmly established her authority as the new director, insisting that Vincent vacate the studio. While he will always hold a place within the Maison’s history, he must step down from his position as artistic director.

However, the transition to LEDU’s new artistic director is anything but seamless. Although Vincent appears unwilling to depart, he is seen at the studio working on his new collection, as if the scandal never occurred. During a trip abroad with Perle, she urges Vincent, “It’s time for you to move on.”

While he strongly asserts his stake in the Maison, where he has dedicated the last 40 years of his life, episode 3 teases a transition that has been hinted at since the season’s inception. In the final scenes, Vincent addresses all the staff outside Maison LEDU. He recognizes the recent “turbulent and trying”days but expresses confidence that the Maison will “weather the storm.”

In an unexpected twist, Vincent reluctantly announces that he is leaving Maison LEDU. He then thanks his staff and introduces Paloma Castel as the new artistic director of La Maison. This pivotal moment signifies the dawn of a new chapter for the French fashion house as Vincent exits and Paloma steps into his role.

Did Vincent make it into the family photograph?

Following the unanimous board decision to appoint Paloma as LEDU’s new artistic director, Perle had plans to publicly announce her new role. In La Maison season 1 episode 3, Paloma shares her vision for the fashion house’s legacy, proposing to continue the tradition of the Ledu family portrait – but with a significant caveat: she wants every Ledu included except for Vincent.

While Perle and the marketing team resonate with Paloma’s approach, she struggles to break the news to Vincent that he will be omitted from the portrait. When she finally conveys that his absence from the picture would benefit the Maison, Vincent is noticeably hurt.

During the family portrait photoshoot, a maid announces Vincent’s unexpected arrival, which sends shockwaves through Perle and Paloma’s carefully orchestrated plan. However, Paloma quickly devises a last-minute strategy to capture a photo of everyone before Vincent joins them. As the rest of the Ledu family seem less than enthusiastic at the dining table, Paloma beams at the camera, posting the photo on her social media with the caption: “Canceled by his own family.”

As Vincent walks in just as the notifications buzz, he ultimately does not make it into the family photograph.

La Maison season 1 episode 3 complicates Vincent and Paloma’s backstory

The close-knit relationship between Paloma and Vincent became a focal point in the La Maison season 1 premiere. Several characters imply that Paloma is Vincent’s daughter. For instance, Madame Diane Rovel suggested a paternal connection when she chillingly stated after ruining Vincent’s reputation, “Now that I’ve killed the father, I want the daughter. Bring me Paloma Castel.”

Additionally, Robinson referred to Paloma as his “cousin”upon encountering her during the photoshoot. However, a candid dinner between Paloma and Vincent reveals a perplexing truth about their relationship. It turns out that Paloma is not Vincent’s daughter; rather, she is the child of Vincent’s ex-lover, Gino Castel, and an unnamed woman.

Episode 3 reveals that Gino and Vincent worked together at the fashion house for years, and they shared a romantic history. According to Paloma’s recollections, Gino’s infidelity with Paloma’s mother contributed to Vincent’s deep-seated resentment toward her existence.

Nevertheless, Paloma being Gino’s daughter raises questions about why Madame Rovel referred to her as Vincent’s daughter. One potential interpretation is that by “father,”Madame Rovel may have been referencing Gino, but her intent remains ambiguous due to the dramatic implications of her previous statement. Robinson’s comment about Paloma being a “cousin”further complicates this narrative, leaving viewers questioning the true dynamics within this tangled family web.

Overall, La Maison season 1 continues to deliver intense familial drama and tension as it progresses.

Catch the latest episodes of La Maison Season 1, exclusively streaming on Apple TV+ every Friday at midnight ET.

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