A wind of change


Here, the art of living is given pride of place. Artists' portraits, contemporary furnishings, decorative items, beauty products and restaurants meet everypossible desire.



Piaget's new High Jewellery collection is an ode to the world of nature. Torrents, fossils, insects, forests... Such are the elements that have inspired this superb collection presented in two chapters : Azureia and Beautanica. www.piaget.com

A new addition to the "Danger" collection, these creations inspired by nature and carnivorous plants confront the femininity of lustrous pearls with the dangerous dazzle of gold thorns. www.tasaki.fr

With an eye to the 2024 Olympic Games, the Museum of Decorative Arts in Paris presents "Fashion and Sport, from one podium to another", an exhibition exploring the fascinating links between the two spheres from the Age of Antiquity to the present day. 450 pieces of clothing and accessories, photographs, sketches, magazines, posters and paintings shed light on the evolution of sportswear and its influence on contemporary fashion. Du 20 septembre au 7 avril. www.madparis.fr

The new Trussardi Casa collection blends art with design to introduce a cosmopolitan approach to home decor. The Italian brand has involved designer Antonio Facco and international artists Jimmy Delatour and Prem Sahib in the creation of hybrid furnishings, ultra-contemporary and irresistibly elegant. www.luxurylivinggroup.com

Sparkling, upbeat and sprightly, this new "Eau Fraîche" is an elegant interpretation of Chanel's "Chance" perfume. Pairing the density of an "eau de parfum" with the radiance of an "eau de toilette", this composition with citrus as its main note offers more intensity without forfeiting its freshness. 100 ml - 157 €. www.chanel.com

Designer Sacha Lakic has dreamt up the Bubble sofa in superb shades of blue. Fully upholstered, with a solid pine structure, it comes in several sizes. www.roche-bobois.com

Omega has revealed an Olympic watch to mark the year before the 2024 Games in Paris. Adorned with touches of gold, this Special "Paris 2024" Edition of the Seamaster Diver 300 M celebrates Omega's role as official timekeeper for the world event that it has fulfilled since 1932. The 42-mm timepiece is solely available from Omega boutiques in Paris. www.omegawatches.com

For the Only Watch 2023 event, Louis Vuitton has dreamt up this spectacular "Tambour Einstein Automata". A one-off model, this timepiece bearing the face of the genius stands out for its artisanal excellence incorporating a micro-sculpture and "grisaille" enamel. www.louisvuitton.com

Reflecting the powerfulness of the ocean, "Tonic Water" is an exquisite mineral and marine fragrance spiked with a touch of vanilla for more sensuality. Signed by master perfume-maker Alberto Morillas, this potion offers the feeling of subtly salted skin after a dip in the ocean. 210 € - 100 ml. www.mizensir.com

Such is the name of the new collection of "Haute Joaillerie" for Him and Her signed Boucheron. Cubes, balls, XXL volumes, Pop colours... Effervescence attains its peak in these extravagant proposals in a design world liberated from morosity and conventions. More, please ! www.boucheron.com

The precursor of slow design, New Zealand designer David Trubridge, creator of the Cappellini "Body-Raft" lounge chair, stands out for his love of nature and his boundless curiosity about forms and structures. This passion relies on solid technical expertise in handcrafted wood, and mastery of 3D modelling technologies acquired during his training as a naval architect. His large collection of lighting made in New Zealand can be discovered at Moaroom Design in Paris. Paris 12e. 7, rue Emilio Castelar. www.moaroom.com

Joining the foremost names in international luxury, Messika has inaugurated a showcase in Cannes. This exceptional boutique playing on contrasts focuses on Valérie Messika's most beautiful jewellery designs, including exclusive items presented in an intimate private salon. Cannes. 54, boulevard de la Croisette. (04 93 39 35 58)

For the fall, the iconic "Saddle" bag appears in a version for men. In diamond canvas and navy-blue calfskin, it is worn on a strap for streetwise chic. 2.900 €. www.dior.com

This year, Harry Winston is celebrating the 25th anniversary of the "Ocean" collection. Designed as its sports collection, the Ocean saga owes its success to an audacious temperament combined with extreme sophistication and an innate sense of glamour. www.harrywinston.com

Designed for indoor and outdoor use, the new sofas signed Kenneth Cobonpue are recognizable at first glance for their generous forms and their characteristic play on air and matter. With its gently rounded design, the "Croissant" sofa made of abaca offers ultra-comfortable seating. À partir de 8.900 €. www.kennethcobonpue.com

The exhibition entitled "Vasarely avant l’Op, une abstraction européenne 1945-1955" highlights abstract artworks by Vasarely in the 1940's, joined by about 20 artists in the same vein such as Geneviève Claisse, Hans Hartung and Alberto Magnelli. Jusqu’au 15 octobre. Aix-en-Provence. Fondation Vasarely. www.fondationvasarely.org

Eye-catching ! 100% electric, the new Fiat 500 Spiaggina, the result of collaboration between the artisanal firm Bonacina and Garage Italia Customs, is simply adorable for its coral pink colour and woven seats, bearing the Bonacina signature. www.garage-italia.com

This summer, the Marmottan Monet Museum in Paris sheds light on the art of engraving in an exhibition composed of 100 masterpieces ranging from Dürer to Picasso via Rembrandt, Goya, Manet, Degas, Bonnard... These works by great masters enter into a dialogue with creations by contemporary artists. Du 5 juillet au 17 septembre. www.marmottan.fr

Designed by the renowned Ross Lovegrove, Mu7 noise-cancelling wireless headphones offer an enjoyable audio experience. Adopting an elegant, sculptured style, this model available in silver grey and anthracite grey ensures a surprising acoustic seal with minimum pressure on the ears. What about sound ? Quite simply, high performance. (399 €) www.fr.kef.com

Hublot's first central flying tourbillon, the Takashi Murakami MP-15 is a highly creative timepiece inspired by the Japanese artist's iconic smiling flower. This unique piece will be up for sale at the Only Watch 2023 charity auction in November. www.hublot.com



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