Here, the art of living is given pride of place. Artists' portraits, contemporary furnishings, decorative items, beauty products and restaurants meet everypossible desire.
World-renowned Pinel & Pinel is treating itself to a showcase in the Carlton Hotel until mid-September. In this boutique of 180 m2 you will find a selection of trunks, baggage, leather goods, and fabulous accessories whose manufacturing secrets are known only to this brilliant Parisian designer. 8 boulevard de La Croisette, Cannes.
For its summer season, the Sea Lounge, undoubtedly one of the Côte d’Azur’s most select clubs, proposes a programme of enchanted evenings orchestrated by its new team : Disco Night, Soirée Blanche, Full Moon Party... In late afternoon, enjoy a “Happy Beach” ambiance while watching the sun go down, listening to music and sipping a cocktail. Then it’s the turn of resident DJs Nicolas Saad and Paul Svenson to get clients dancing to the end of the night. Open from 4 p.m. (by reservation). Avenue Princesse Grâce, Monaco (00 377 98 06 54 54).
A benchmark for Japanese gastronomy in Paris, Kinugawa and its chef, Toyofumi Ozuru (formerly of Le Nobu Paris), have chosen the beach at the Majestic Barrière in Cannes as the site of their ephemeral summer terrace. A great opportunity to discover the signature dishes proposed by this contemporary address. Suggestions include sea-bream sashimi marinated in citrus juice, and Black Cod marinated in miso. 10 boulevard de la Croisette, Cannes (04 92 98 77 07).
The fetish brand of fans of the chic Bohemian look has just inaugurated two new showcases in Cannes and Saint-Tropez. Created by Sandrine Barabinot, Rita & Zia proposes jewellery combining wood, turquoise, jade, agate, labradorite and a wealth of other fine stones from all over the world. In a sleek, sunny decor, these cuff-links, rings, necklaces and ear-rings are all little treasures to set off summer outfits to perfection ! 25 rue Henri Seillon, Saint-Tropez et 132-136 rue d’Antibes, Cannes. www.rita-zia.com
For ultra-chic beauty rituals, “Le Bain Hermès” is a new range of vitalizing shampoos, moisturizing balms, foaming gels, soaps and body lotions. Tangerine, blue narcissus, green orange and pink grapefruit..., each fragrance is delightfully refreshing and ultra-refined. Hermès, 8 avenue de Verdun, Nice (04 93 87 75 03).
Parisian jewellery designer Philippe Ferrandis has just inaugurated his first boutique in the provinces. Here in Cannes, this boudoir of 30 m2 offers unique pieces, limited editions and collections of enamelled ceramics and “pâte de verre” from glass craftsmen in Biot, specially coloured in Croisette style. 27 rue d’Antibes, Cannes (09 54 48 18 83).
After its winter season in Megève, Jérôme Foucaud’s restaurant, “Le TIGrr Indochine”, has moved into its summer quarters in the Ermitage Hotel in Saint-Tropez. Inside or on the terrace, this luxurious, confidential address proposes a selection of cocktails, Asian “tapas” (Dim Sum, nems, makis…), and a delightfully exotic menu paying hommage to refined Asiatic cuisine. As for the decor, the highlight - a magnificent portrayal of the beast - hangs on the wall in the dining-room where everything, from cushions to table linen and accessories, bears the stamp of the roaring tiger. Ermitage, 14 avenue Paul Signac, Saint-Tropez (04 94 81 08 10).
Stranos, the king of household linen adored by the jet-set and supplier to the Riviera’s most magnificent yachts, has just presented his new collection of terry towelling for summer 2014. Inspired by Mexican culture, “Happy Skull” represents tattoos colourfully embroidered on bath towels, bathrobes, bed linen and accessories. A luxury line guaranteed 100% Made in France. 2 avenue Paul Roussel, Saint-Tropez (04 94 97 77 68).
It looks just like a simple box of chocolates. But it is unlike any other. For the very first time, five great chocolate-makers on the Côte d'Azur have agreed to work together to produce a unique presentation box : Best of Chocolate Chefs. They have all concocted special chocolates for the occasion. They are Canet, Cappa-Serain, Lac, Mesiano and Jean-Luc Pelé. This original initiative can be credited to the Agence Benedetti whose manager, Laurent Benedetti, explains : "It is a gift set for carefully selected clients, some French but mostly foreign (Russian, English, Italian…). A moment of enjoyment to be shared by our guests who love the Côte d'Azur, or the French Riviera, as they call it. The aim of our family-sized agency specializing in personalized home hunting and the sale of prestige properties is always to do better. This initiative introduces a real dimension of pleasure into the world of real estate. We want to select the very best for our clients and also offer them moments of real enjoyment. laurent@agence-benedetti.com (06.19.95.42.66).
Well-known make-up artist Terry de Gunzburg has created a summer collection called “French Riviera by Terry”. Offering extravagant colours for eyes and lips, this line can claim to be avant-garde thanks to its totally original make-up products. Water-based blushers, foundation and lip colour propose liquid textures brimming with original extracts of fruit and tea. This torrent of effervescent and divinely summery hues is to be discovered exclusively from Tanagra in Nice. Tanagra, 5 bis rue Alphone Karr, Nice. (04 93 87 95 00)
With an address in Nice since 1974, Cartier now boats a showcase enhanced by an architectural transformation carried out by designer Bruno Moinard. This boutique of 180 m2 with custom-made furnishings in light oak provides an effective backcloth for the brand’s jewellery, watches, perfumes and accessories. 4, rue de Verdun, Nice (04 92 14 48 20).
“Force 10” is the name attributed to the new ladies’ watch from Fred. This gem-cum-timepiece writes a new chapter in the tale of the jewellery-designer’s iconic bracelet by attesting to ultra-glamorous allure. As feminine as one could wish, it allows the wearer to change the bracelets proposed in black, grey and three shades of blue as she wishes. Six references available, including a version whose case is entirely paved with diamonds. 21 boulevard de la Croisette, Cannes (04 92 99 60 60).
The L.Raphael spa nestling on the 7th floor of the Martinez Hotel in Cannes has just added a new treatment to its array of offerings : the Power Oxy Lift Caviar Lec-40. This exclusive treatment helps rejuvenate the complexion by giving it a facelift effect thanks to the vitamins A, D, B1, B2 and B6, phosphorous, zinc and amino-acids contained in caviar. Clients of the spa in Cannes can now benefit from this scientific advance, and even continue using the protocol at home with the products in the L.Raphael Geneva line, on sale at the spa. Martinez, 73 boulevard de la Croisette, Cannes (04 92 98 74 90).
Nestling on the top floor of the Hôtel de Paris inaugurated last summer in Saint-Tropez, “The Roof” proposes inventive cuisine signed by the Niçois duo from Les Deux Canailles, Tsumoru Takano and Laurent Inoué. With a delicate Japanese influence, each dish is discovered in a new light. The carpaccio of sea-bass, for example, is mixed with yuzu, the Riviera vegetable salad is seasoned with soya-flavoured sesame oil, and the lobster and fillets of red-mullet are deglazed with saké ! A fusion menu to be savoured in a delightful pop lounge atmosphere. Hôtel de Paris, 1 traverse de la gendarmerie, Saint-Tropez (04 83 09 60 00).
As in every other year, the Artcurial Paris auction house is moving into its summer quarters at the Hermitage Hotel in Monaco. On the programme, two outstanding sales, on July 22nd and 23rd. The first, entirely dedicated to Hermès, consists of many exceptional vintage lots including a number of Birkin and Kelly handbags made of the finest leather. One unique piece is widely-awaited. In blue-jean Epsom calfskin, it is silkscreened with a portrait of Grace Kelly dating back to 1954. The second auction is aimed at fans of prestige watches and jewellery. Under the hammer of Côte d’Azur auctioneer François Tajan, almost 650 lots will go to the highest bidders. Dazzling items are on the bill, including a a cognac diamond of over 20 carats, a Van Cleef & Arpels “semainier”, and many collectors’ watches signed Rolex, Patek Philippe, Cartier… www.artcurial.com
For Unopiù, designer Ferruccio Laviani has come up with an elegant and ingenious system for a bower on wheels. Known as “Shibuya”, this first mobile pergola will shield you from the poolside sun by day, and serve as a cosy setting when the sun goes down for cocktails or barbecues. Very practical ! Palace Center 1, Rond-Point des Tourrades, Mandelieu (04 92 19 57 77).
This summer, the Saint-Tropez “Charlie Joe” brand originally from Marseille proposes a light, Bohemian collection featuring lace, sequins and spangles, adorning cotton fabrics as light as the air. Combos, shorts, tops, flowing pants and tunics set off beautiful brown skin to perfection. A good choice of dresses ideal for cocktail parties on the beach are proposed in soft summery colours. 12 rue Seillon, Saint-Tropez (04 94 97 08 63).
The legendary king of diamonds is this month moving into a salon of 75 m2 on the Croisette, a first address in France outside Paris for the house of Harry Winston, founded in 1932 in New York. An extraordinary selection of gems from the iconic Harry Winston collections will be on display, together with an amazing yellow diamond mounted on a white gold ring. A benchmark for excellence in the field of top-class jewellery, Harry Winston is known worldwide for its acquisition of some of the world's most beautiful precious stones and its creations of stunning matching sets which often sparkle on the necks of great stars on red carpets in Hollywood. In the wake of New York, Beverly Hills, London, Paris, Geneva, Tokyo, Hong Kong and Shanghai, this inauguration in Cannes is quite undisputably an international event. 29 boulevard de La Croisette, Cannes.
Synonymous with luxury in the world of beach and poolside fashion, the Israeli brand Gottex created in 1956 by Léa Gottlieb is offering a very trendy collection for summer 2014. Graphic and floral prints come in the form of bikinis and one-piece costumes, accompanied by matching beachwear outfits. Each design focuses on emphasizing womanly curves with real sophistication. La boîte à maillots, 60 rue Meynadier, Cannes (04 93 99 02 89).
The style of interior designer Lidia Bersani is recognizable at first glance. Silk, Jacquard, velvet and fur make generous contributions to create refined and uncompromising luxury. Lidia Bersani likes to set off her designs with beads or Swarovski crystals. She is currently working on a new collection of furnishings called "Amber Glamour", which will stand out for being adorned with natural amber stones and encrustations of silk… Bersani Design, 30 boulevard d’Italie, Monaco (06 86 28 46 68).
