Here, the art of living is given pride of place. Artists' portraits, contemporary furnishings, decorative items, beauty products and restaurants meet everypossible desire.
Inspired by joyously optimistic Pop-style energy, this autumn’s ready-to-wear collection from Dior signed by the talented Maria Grazia Chiuri is unveiled in a series of ultra-colourful photos by Brigitte Nedermair and stylist. www.maripol.dior.com
In a limited edition of 50 pieces each, the three models of the new RM 07-01 Céramiques are distinguished by the colour of their cases and their original dial ornaments. Called Pastel Blue, Pastel Pink and Pastel Lavender, they share the automatic in-house CRMA2 movement. From 132.000 €. www.richardmille.com
Motivated by a blend of simplicity and sumptuousness inherited from its founder, Alberto Pinto, the Parisian home decor agency Pinto loves to combine local craftsmanship with collectors’ pieces to compose outstanding interiors. The art of straw marquetry reflects this very fashionable taste for the use of the simplest materials ennobled by the wonderful know-how of expert craftsmen. (Buffet 58,000 €, mirror 8,900 €). www.pintoparis.com
Anchored at the heart of Paris, the huge department store near Le Pont-Neuf has just re-opened its doors with sumptuous decor retaining the finery of its Art Nouveau and Art Deco past while proudly positioning itself in modernity. The multi-disciplinary design studio Yabu Pushelberg based in Toronto and New York is to be credited with the superb achievement of its elegant interior revamp. La Samaritaine, 9 rue de la Monnaie, Paris 1. www.dfs.com
Now available in yellow and orange, and adorned with vibrant settings, these new 36-mm Ocean Biretrograde Automatic models are proposed in limited editions of 20 pieces each. In sporty-chic style, the Harry Winston Ocean collection adopts iridescent mother-of-pearl as a backcloth. Delightfully summery ! www.harrywinston.com
Artistic Director of Yves Saint Laurent, Anthony Vaccarello has set his signature to the design of a new Bang & Olufsen speaker in a limited edition. Both compact and powerful, the wireless Besound Edge combines timeless design with cutting-edge acoustic technology. 5.500 €. www.saintlaurentrivedroite.com
The beautycare brand exemplifying Swiss excellence proposes two exclusive travel kits called Perfection (890 €) and Ultimate (295 €). They contain small versions of the finest care products to protect and repair the skin when exposed to the sun or a lack of hydration from the air when travelling, plus cosmetics fighting signs of ageing by boosting collagen production. www.l-raphael.com
Iris, Almond, Rose, Orange Blossom, Vetiver, Tangerine, Mimosa... These new toilet waters for women evoke fleeting souvenirs and sensations in modern style, offering softness, freshness and elegance as your summertime olfactory signature. 130 €/100 ml. www.prada.com
Signed by designer Margaux Keller of Marseille, currently making her mark, Nacre de Boqa seating has more than one string to its bow ! Comprised of a chair, armchair and bar stool, this line inspired by the shapes of shells with woven backs in three colours is a must for this summer’s outdoor furniture. From 949 €. www.boqa.fr
Each year, Valérie Messika sends a new breeze of novelty through her signature collection, Move. Used to working with gold and diamonds, she has thrown herself into the conquest of a new material : leather. The result is a collection of ultra-colourful unisex bracelets called “My Move”. More than 300 combinations to choose from ! From 1.930 €. www.messika.com
Well-known for its proposals of bathrooms Made in France, Kinedo innovates by presenting its first infinity spa. With lots of suggestions in terms of seating (2 to 6 places), finishes and options, this highly esthetic spa guarantees a lovely mirror effect on your terrace. From 15.500 €. kinedo.com
Embodying Hollywood’s zest for life, the star with the radiant smile has been appointed ambassador for Chopard’s Happy Sport watch collection. Film director Xavier Dolan signed the art direction for images taken by photographer Shayne Laverdière. chopard.fr
Two prestigious brands, Leonard and Cap d’Arsène, have joined forces this season to re-visit timeless Cap d’Arsène models with two iconic prints from the Leonard Paris summer collection 2021. In the spirit of Upcycling, this first summer lifestyle collection is entirely made by hand in the Parisian workshop of Cap d’Arsène. Each piece is unique. The collection is available on their websites and in Leonard Paris boutiques in France. From 75 to 520 €. capdarsene.com - leonardparis.com
For the 70th anniversary of iconic Akari lamps, the Wa Design Gallery is staging the first world exhibition featuring 70 highly poetic models designed by Isamu Noguchi (1904 - 1988). Entitled “Les Chemins de la Lumière”, the exhibition offers a sensitive experience, deep Zen-like immersion, subtlety and minimalist elegance. Until July 23th. Wa Design Gallery. 13, rue de Sévigné. Paris 4e. gallery-wa.com
Artist Alexandre Benjamin Navet has produced blends of delicate colours (grapefruit green, lime green, cherry red, citrus green) for an ephemeral collection of Ruinart Rosé, Blanc de Blanc, R de Ruinart, and Ruinart Millésime 2011. The four pieces comprising the collection come in limited editions of 100 pieces, sold exclusively from June 6th to July 7th at La Grande Épicerie de Paris. Between 68 and 95 €. lagrandeepicerie.com
A real icon in the world of design, the famous Pipistrello lamp now offers an unprecedented look in slate-blue lacquered metal. An unusual, elegant colour, perfectly suited to the three dimensions of this timeless model. From 925 €. keria.com
Inspired by the most powerful celestial body, Piaget offers radiance and optimism in its dazzling summer collection called “Sunlight”. A line of creative gems combining unique designs with the warmth and brilliance of gold. In blue, yellow and pink, each piece of jewellery evokes the sun at dawn, at its zenith or at dusk. piaget.com
Containing an exceptional ingredient, the DNA of sturgeon, the new “Crème Merveilleuse” from Elixir des Glaciers, the ultra-prestigious brand of the Swiss firm Valmont, is a powerful anti-ageing product. It will marketed at 870 € per 50-ml pot from the month of April. A prestige limited edition of 50 pieces will be proposed at 3,915 €. www.lamaisonvalmont.com
A new unisex “eau de parfum” joining the prestigious “Jewel Collection” of Grasse-based M. Micallef, “EdenFalls” is a real love-letter addressed to nature. Fresh and sensual, alternately woody and citrus, its top notes of bergamot and tangerine unfurl around a green and flowery heart on an exquisite base of moss, musk, patchouli and vanilla. Quite simply addictive ! 225 €/ 100 ml. www.parfumsmicallef.com
Armani Casa subscribes to the philosophy of living amidst stylishness and elegance. Offering splendid design, this “Home Office” in a limited and numbered edition is both practical and visually appealing. Pairing exceptional craftsmanship with luxurious materials and close attention to detail, it is accompanied by the “Nema” light fixture made of stone and metal whose geometrical lines are inspired by origami. Limited edition of 20 pieces. www.armani.com
