Here, the art of living is given pride of place. Artists' portraits, contemporary furnishings, decorative items, beauty products and restaurants meet everypossible desire.
For the first time in its history, the legendary perfume bottle designed by Mademoiselle Chanel abandons transparency in favour of an incandescent robe for the duration of a limited edition in tinted red glass. Eight numbered pieces in red Baccarat crystal in outsize format (900 ml) containing perfume extract complete this special collection. Chanel Le Marais, 40 rue des Francs Bourgeois, Paris 3 (01 49 96 46 00).
Until February 28th, Piaget proposes an elegant pop-up store under the enchanting cupola in the Galeries Lafayette Haussmann. "Possession" creations presented exclusively in this space focus on malachite, as green as Christmas trees.Galeries Lafayette Haussmann, 40 boulevard Haussmann, Paris 9 (01 44 63 91 77).
Born in Taiwan, the daughter of a sculptor and businesswoman, Cindy Chao launched her brand of jewellery in 2004. Since then, her remarkable creations, somewhere between sculpture and jewellery, have met with great success among collectors and the most prestigious auction houses. A world worth discovering. www.cindychao.com
This year, the Riviera-based pool builder Diffazur has again won several French and European prizes for the quality and originality of its achievements. This free-form pool built of reinforced concrete and surrounded by a deck of wooden coping has just received the “Coup de Cœur” of the editorial press at the last Intramuros Design Awards. Remarkable ! www.diffazur.fr
A highly distinctive jeweller, De Grisogono has come up with striking, bold creations for the past 25 years, incorporating the most unexpected gems such as the famous black diamonds which contributed to its immediate success. Born of the imagination of Fawaz Gruosi, each creation unfurls spell-binding esthetics, complex architecture. Happy Anniversary to this jeweller all set to surprise and entice us for a long time to come. De Grisogono, 358 bis rue Saint-Honoré, Paris 1 (01 44 55 04 40).
On the first floor of L’Allénothèque, the new restaurant of star-rated chef Yannick Alléno, the Scène Ouverte gallery, founded by Laurence Bonnel, is accessible from the dining-room. Designed as open space in which different worlds of renowned artists and designers such as ceramists Célia Bertrand, William Coggin, and the genius of materials, Jean Grisoni, all rub shoulders, this very elegant and sobre gallery sees itself as a place where passions and artistic discoveries can be shared. www.galerie-sceneouverte.com
An interior decorator since 2015 with a studio in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, Bérengère Leroy specializes in made-to-measure fabric sofas. Producing her own materials in the workshops, she offers designs characterized by an astute dose of Bohemianism and classicism for sofas that last a long time with a highly contemporary twist. Bérengère Leroy, 3 avenue Albert Schweitzer, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence (09 53 69 45 03).
In 2016, Bovet unveiled the spectacular Recital 18 Shooting Star tourbillon. Combining its movement with an asymmetrical case, it revolutionized watch design. Today, the Recital 22 Grand Recital is adorned with an Earth hemisphere, engraved and handpainted, impressively realistic. As for complications, the flying tourbillon comes with a highly innovative perpetual calendar. Kronometry, 60 avenue François 1er, Paris 8 (01 42 25 15 41).
Occupying a superb split-level space of 320 m2 with a glass roof in the centre of Nice's "Golden Square", the Bohemian-chic Caravane, acclaimed for its sofas, mirrors, earthenware and wide array of noble textiles of ethnic inspiration, now offers Riviera residents total immersion in its world. All its offerings, from candles and accessories to imposing pieces of furniture and ecological paint, are on display here in staged settings. Caravane, 18 rue de la Liberté, Nice (04 22 70 00 10).
To throw new light on its collection of perfumes, Mizensir has decided to leave its premises and spend the summer in an ephemeral setting on the ground floor of Printemps Haussmann. Borrowing the codes of the iconic boutique in Geneva, this showcase presents flagship items from the line created by master perfumer Alberto Morillas, including “Musc Eternel”, “L’Envers du Paradis”, the spell-binding “Perfect Oud” and ultra-fresh “Mythique Vetyver”. Until august 27th at Printemps Haussmann, 64 bd Haussmann, Paris 9 (www.mizensir.com).
A new Made-in-France brand of natural treatments for men, Archiman has moved into a warm concept apartment at the heart of Saint-Tropez for the summer. An expert in precious treatments, Ludivine Vitalie welcomes clients by appointment to a discreet ambiance, offering for example, the “Synesthélift Force Intérieure” treatment. By appointment only. Archiman, 10 rue du Petit Sain-Jean, Saint-Tropez (07 86 28 87 19).
From the latest collection by La Chance, a French furniture firm created in 2012, these pieces assert their presence through a subtle combination of materials and elements both refined and massive. Designs such as the “Salute” occasional table, “Tembo” stool and “Magnum” table brilliantly blend inspirations dear to the company’s two founders : Art Deco and the Memphis movement of the 1980’s. Stay tuned : in September, La Chance will inaugurate its new showroom in the 11th arrondissement of Paris. www.lachance.paris
Motivated by her passion for travel and love of colour, designer Elodie Joly has come up with this brand of couture jewellery presented as a collection of precious, personal objects. Made in Paris and entirely embroidered by hand, L’Honorable jewellery is truly exceptional and offers urban elegance in all discretion. www.lhonorable.com
Designed by the well-known architectural firm Humbert & Poyer of Monaco, the new Sabrina Monte-Carlo “art of the table” boutique of 250 m2 and the adjacent Lalique Monte-Carlo boutique sport a monochrome look based on white lacquer with black and white marble. Side by side on the Boulevard des Moulins, they represent excellence in refined tableware, dedicated to the most sophisticated homes. Sabrina Monte-Carlo et Lalique Monaco, 42 boulevard des Moulins, Monaco (00 377 97 97 57 60).
The porcelain company Raynaud Limoges is paying homage to Jean Cocteau, poet, designer, painter and playwright, a dedicated fan of the Côte d’Azur. His drawings representing Orpheus, Eurydice, Proteus and Antinous adorn a delicate collection of ceramics comprised of plates, dishes, bowls, cups and trays. At Maison Andreolis, 8 rue Paradis, Nice (04 93 88 68 68).
Parmigiani Fleurier occupies one of the showcases at the new concept-store “Nous”, a real shopping phenomenon on Rue Cambon. Here, the Swiss watchmaker offers an exclusive presentation of its new model, the Bugatti Type 390. Powered by an extraordinary mechanical movement, this outstanding timepiece is also available as a one-off piece in titanium. Nous, 49 rue Cambon, Paris 1 (www.nous.paris).
The Duncan fashion boutique is the first in France to open a space devoted to American designer John Varvatos. After winning his spurs with Ralph Lauren and Calvin Klein, he proposes a complete line of high-end fashion for men inspired by the world of rock. His capsule collection created with musician and actor Nick Jonas is presented exclusively in France in the boutique of Olivier Deleuse. Duncan, 5 rue Saint-François de Paule, Nice (04 97 00 01 52).
Christian Lacroix Maison pursues its quest for fantasy and demonstrates its unbridled talent by dreaming up the decor for the home of a botanist with a romantic soul, fond of distant travels. A shimmering garden, leafy copse, flights of birds, blossoming spheres, velvety stripes…, it is in this colourful luxuriance in “dream garden” style that Christian Lacroix reinvents contemporary interiors with typical flair. Wave good-bye to minimalism ! Christian Lacroix, 2-4 place Saint-Sulpice, Paris 6 (01 46 33 48 95 - www.christian-lacroix.com).
The designer showroom "Bel Œil" (former “Loft”), partnered by Bulthaup, presents the new "b Solitaire" kitchen. Congenial, in today's taste with a matte black aluminium base and padded leather benches, ideal for open space homes, it can be positioned as you wish in your living area. Bel Œil - Loft, 12 avenue Emmanuel Philibert, Nice (04 93 16 09 09).
Nourah AlFaisal, creator of the Nuun brand of top-notch jewellery, has extended her “Zaher” collection marked by East-West inspiration. A compilation of graphic pieces in geometric shapes, this precious collection includes rings, pendants, ear-rings and bracelets, all illuminated with white opals and diamonds. Boutique Nuun, 71 rue du Faubourg Saint Honoré, Paris 8 (01 45 22 39 90).
