Here, the art of living is given pride of place. Artists' portraits, contemporary furnishings, decorative items, beauty products and restaurants meet everypossible desire.
Bright colours, humour, freshness, strong esthetics… The new Daguet-Bresson gallery invites you to share the joy of living. Founded by art dealer Florian Daguet- Bresson, this exhibition space amasses a majority of international talents in contemporary ceramics who are increasingly highly rated : Claire Lindner, Timothée Humbert, Elsa Sahal, Anne Verdier, Patricia Camet, Faye Hadfield, Superpoly, Jongjin Park, Saraï Delfendahl, Jin Eui Kim, Andrew Casto. Paris 8e. 16, rue de l’Arcade. daguetbresson.art
Designed in collaboration Spanish tennis champion Carlos Alcaraz (winner at Wimbledon in 2023), this spectacular new "Malle Vestiaire" is the ultimate expression of almost 170 years of trunk-making expertise. It was made in Louis Vuitton's historic workshops, where exeprt craftsmen designed it in meticulously selected wood, then adorned it with the iconic canvas Monogram. The trunk is fitted with brass locks, fasteners and rivets recalling those used by Louis Vuitton since the 1860's. Exclusive illustrations rather like logos inspired by the career of Carlos Alcaraz have been handpainted on the outer surface. (Autour de 150 000 €). www.fr.louisvuitton.com
Launched on March 18th, the Parfum Replica by Maison Margiela, "From the Garden", invites us to re-live a sunny afternoon spent gardening. An afternoon in a flowery garden in Italy. Rediscover the enjoyment of delving your hands in the soil, picking tomatoes, accompanied by the humming of bees in the air. The quintessence of a moment of peacefulness in the midst of luxuriant nature. 100 ml. 140 €. www.maisonmargiela.com
A pioneer in "haute horlogerie" with its halo of precious stones encircling the dial, the new G-Timeless Planetarium offers priceless enlightenment on the ever-changing vision of time. This timepiece also hides remarkable power : the wheel set with precious stones is activated by the simple press of a button and revolves around the dial in a gala of light. (Autour de 365 000 €)
The "Paolo Roversi" exhibition at the Palais Galliera presents 50 years of photographs and reveals how this artist of Italian origin embraced fashion to create a remarkable and highly artistic production. His career is marked by collaboration with top-notch fashion designers such as Yohji Yamamoto, Romeo Gigli, and the ultra-creative Rei Kawakubo for Comme des Garçons. It is the first one-man show dedicated to the photographer in Paris. Until July 14th. Jusqu’au 14 juillet. Palais Galliera, Musée de la mode de Paris. www.Palaisgalliera.paris.fr
Star artist Damien Hirst is taking over the entire domain of Le Château La Coste for an exceptional exhibition entitled "The Light That Shines". For the first time since it was created in 2011, Château La Coste is entrusting its entire domain to a single artist. For the occasion, works by the British artist will be presented all over the 494 acres of the Aixois vineyard and in its emblematic pavilions designed by the greatest architects of the 20th and 21st centuries. Jusqu’au 23 juin. Le Puy-Sainte-Réparade. www.château-la-coste.com
Celebrating inexhaustible ties woven between Dior and Egypt since 1947, the Lotus line, designed by Cordelia de Castellane, is characterized by spellbinding lotus flowers. Revered as sacred in the days of the Pharaohs, these aquatic plants with delicate nuances of blue and green adorn tableware in faïence, a lacquered tray, table linen, handpainted glassware, a carafe, and elegant candlesticks. An ode to refinement for the summer season. www.dior.com
The Yves Saint Laurent Museum Paris presents its exhibition entitled "Yves Saint Laurent : Transparences, le pouvoir des matières", the second chapter of a tale begun last summer in the Cité de la Dentelle et de la Mode in Calais. Once it is worn, transparency is rarely 100% : theoretically, it is incompatible with the very purpose of clothing, supposed to cover the body, conceal or protect it. Drawn by this contradiction and the suggestive appeal of transparency, Yves Saint Laurent opted, as from the 1950's, for materials such as muslin, lace and tulle. Rather like a mantra, transparency made regular comebacks in his 40 years of creation, sometimes accompanied by embroidery or opaque fabrics. Boldly confronting opposition, he enabled women to assert their bodies, not without pride or even insolence. Until August 25th. Jusqu’au 25 août. www.museeyslparis.com
"Art Deco" is one of the lines conjured up by the creative soul of Roberto Coin which has scored the greatest success. Beyond its inspiration from the Art Deco movement of the 1920's and 1930's, this collection also evokes “conversation pieces” typical of the 1950's. The new designs are the result of perfect synergy between craftsmanship and technology, as their twisted gold threads now call on 3D for total precision in both symmetry and solidity. (Autour de 5.290 €, la bague) www.robertocoin.com
With the new LV Nanogram portable speaker, Louis Vuitton and Pharrell Williams, its new Artistic Director for men's lines, continue to add rhythm to fashion. An exceptional connected device, it is specially designed to accompany modern adventurers in their quest for unique stylishness of urban inspiration. (À partir de 1.950 €) www.fr.louisvuitton.com
A fabulous showcase of late 19th-C. art and curiosities, the Ennery Museum will reopen its doors on April 8th under the direction of the Musée National des Arts Asiatiques Guimet. The private mansion this playwright had built from December 1875 on the Avenue Bois de Boulogne (now known as Avenue Foch) was designed to host the Far East collection of his wife, Clémence. Chimera, mythical animals, masks and other strange creatures, porcelain, the art of netsuke... More than 8,000 dazzling treasures waiting to be discovered. Paris 16e. 59, avenue Foch. Gratuit sur réservation à billetterie.guimet.fr.
The skincare firm Valmont is presenting this exhibition of contemporary art in Paris, dedicated to Ivo (its icon, the gorilla) and the Land of the Rising Sun. Part of a centuries-old heritage, just like "shodo" - the art of calligraphy -, contemporary art, design and architecture have undergone spectacular evolution over the past decades in Japan. Influential figures of international renown have left an indelible imprint on its art scene. Names such as Isamu Noguchi, a multidisciplinary artist of universal stature. And it is indeed to this essential cultural reference of the Rising Sun that "Ivo in Japan" pays tribute in its artworks. Jusqu’au 28 avril. Maison Valmont. Le Meurice. 6, rue de Castiglione. Paris 1er. (01 44 58 69 77)
Throughout the year, Montblanc proposes a selection of delicately packaged gifts accompanied by a handwritten message. Best-sellers include gifts inspiring people to write, such as the Meisterstück pen, now become legendary. Regularly proposed in appealing new variations, it is now available in this "Meisterstück around the World in 80 Days" edition. (1.470 €) www.montblanc.com
The Year of the Dragon has certainly provided inspiration for the world of design. One of our favourites is this Be@rbrick Dragon figurine in Baccarat crystal. Widely acclaimed by thousands of collectors of these art toys for 30 and 40 year-olds, one thing's for sure, there won't be enough for everyone ! (Autour de 1.700 €) www.baccarat.com
For the first time, "Dior Grand Soir" has stepped into the world of watches with creative complications with a bespoke automatic mechanism. A fabulous timepiece telling the tale of the birth of Dior. On April 18th, 1946, Christian Dior was trying hard to believe in his destiny. Walking the streets of Paris, he found a star made of paper on the ground, a heaven-sent sign, an iconic lucky star showing him the path he should follow : that of founding his "Maison de Couture" in what would become his flagship boutique at 30 avenue Montaigne in Paris. With its animations, the "Grand Soir Etoile de Monsieur Dior" captures this enchanting destiny. (Autour de 115.000 €) www.dior.com
Designed and developed in partnership with Chef Jean Imbert, the fascinating "Plaza Athénée" book pays tribute to this excellent hotel, a real little town in the big capital. This unique work celebrates the beauty and modernity of this palatial, 21st-century hotel without forgetting to pay touching homage to the 600 employees who work there each day. A must for fans of lifestyle books. (105 €) www.assouline.com
Steeped in warmth and delicate nuances, the Maison Sarah Lavoine has just unveiled its new collection for the spring : Chromatica. It was while strolling through colourful narrow streets in Mexico City that this line, between esthetic admiration and emotion, appeared as self-evident. www.maisonsarahlavoine.com
Reflecting multifaceted feminity, free above all else, the new M. Micallef eau de parfum from the Secrets of Love Collection is intended for women in a modern day and age, captivating, inspiring, while not denying their love of flowery and fruity fragrances. It is composed of orange blossom, neroli, jasmine and roses... An imperial quartet signed by David Chieze. (100 ml - 198 €). www.parfumsmicallef.com
For Valentine's Day, Harry Winston makes a sparkling declaration of love with this new Premier timepiece in rose gold. The dial reproduces a firework display cascading into a shower of hearts made of diamonds, precious stones and mother-of-pearl. This 36-mm Automatic Premier Valentine’s Day edition with a red alligator strap comes in a limited edition of 14 pieces. www.harrywinston.com
For this special occasion, the jeweller Tournaire presents a surprising new creation designed in partnership with pen manufacturer Bic. The famous 4-colour Bic is adorned in white, yellow and pink gold in limited editions of 250 pieces per colour. 350 euros le stylo. www.bic.com
