Here, the art of living is given pride of place. Artists' portraits, contemporary furnishings, decorative items, beauty products and restaurants meet everypossible desire.
Muse Outdoor Battery lanterns by Contardi Lighting embark on the M/Y Polar Star, a superb 65-m superyacht which has just been treated to restyling orchestrated by FM Architettura d’Interni. Designed by Tristan Auer for outdoor use, the lanterns are available with a structure in matt black or white lacquer, in small, medium and large versions. (à partir de 870 € l’unité) www.contardi-italia.com
Created by designer Carlo Colombo for Bentley Home, the Bayton armchair has striking allure. With its wood structure slightly flared utwards, the reference to automobile design is clear. The armchair is part of a collection of seven exceptional pieces of furniture presented at the Milan Design Week 2023. www.luxurylivinggroup.com/bentley-home
The latest addition to the prestigious Jewel Collection by high-end perfumer M. Micallef, GnTonic unfurls a fresh fragrance in a colour evoking a cocktail spiked with lime. Assertively modern, this "eau de parfum" for men and women plunges us into a joyful whirl of citrus fruit. Ideal for summer ! (245 € le flacon 100 ml) www.parfumsmicallef.com
Combining the codes of beachwear with those of Parisian elegance, Chanel's Coco Beach summer collection borrows inspiration from the chic atmosphere of the Hamptons in the USA. This collection of swimwear, beachwear and accessories can be discovered in boutiques, and in particular in the ephemeral Villa Chanel of 340 sqm in Saint-Tropez, open until September. Saint-Tropez. 78, boulevard Louis Blanc. (04 94 49 07 47)
Distinctive for the use of animals, fruit and flowers in its adorable, colourful collections, the jewellery firm founded in 2015 by Mio Harutaka of Japan captures the very essence of nature in poetic creations available in July in a pop-up store at the Ritz in Paris. www.mioharutaka.com
This season, the iconic "Serpent Bohème" collection offers daring new variations combining its codes with the flamboyance of the "Solarité" line. Resulting in creoles and pendants like sparkling rays of sunlight. www.boucheron.com
The point in common between Tyrolean fedoras and a hat signed Chanel ? Between a traditional Romanian blouse and an outfit by Yves Saint Laurent ? Or again, between a front panel embroidered in Brittany and a Jean-Paul Gaultier jacket ? This fascinating exhibition offers a dialogue between traditional costumes and "haute couture". Du 16 juillet au 6 novembre. Marseille. MUCEM. www.mucem.org
The new "Lempicka" set of jewellery by Brazilian designer Cris Porto bears reference to Polish artist Tamara de Lempicka who developed a bold style in her paintings in the 20th century, resuming the ideals of avant-garde Modernism and Art Deco. Comprised of superb, translucid aquamarines surrounded by diamonds, the "Lempicka" set in white 18-carat gold offers luxurious, timeless design. www.crisportojoias.com.br
This summer, the flagship Spa of Monte-Carlo's Société des Bains de Mer has joined up with the Japanese Decorté brand. A great opportunity to discover a major player in the world of very high-end cosmetics and beauty care in Asia, renowned for their rare and precious plantlife ingredients. In the context of this partnership, an exclusive treatment for the face and body is proposed. (305 € le soin signature. 1.100 € la crème AQ) Jusqu’au 10 septembre. Monaco. Thermes Marins de Monte-Carlo. 2, avenue de Monte-Carlo. (+377 98 06 69 00)
Presented on scarves, bags, other accessories and clothing, the map of Paris takes pride of place in Dior's ready-to-wear collection this summer. A real must-have ! www.dior.com
For the 140th anniversary of the artist's first stay on the Riviera, the Grimaldi Forum in Monaco is dedicating its major summer exhibition to Claude Monet. Presenting about 100 works garnered from all over the world in exhibition space of 3,000 m2, this event is one of the largest and most audacious one-man shows devoted to Claude Monet this decade. Du 8 juillet au 3 septembre. Monaco. www.grimaldiforum.com
Audemars Piguet has just revealed its limited edition of the "Spider-Man" Royal Oak Concept Tourbillon in Dubai, in partnership with Marvel. This model limited to 250 pieces offers a dizzying skeleton movement over which the super-hero's silhouette appears in 3D. (Autour de 220.000 €). www.audemarspiguet.com
A new olfactory sensation signed M. Micallef, the GnTonic "eau de parfum" is a wonderful dive into a joyous vortex of citrus fruit and mint. Elegant and invigorating, the fragrance is further enhanced by a base comprised of sensuous pairings of vetiver, amber and white musk. (100 ml - 245 €). www.parfumsmicallef.com
Love at first sight for this stackable "Swing" sun lounger made of teak ! Both ergonomic and pleasing to the eye, it promises long hours of stylish farniente by the side of the pool. 2.616 €. www.unopiu.com
Louis Vuitton proposes a lifestyle collection dedicated to a getaway at the height of the summer season : LV By The Pool. As well as seaside ready-to-wear, this collection celebrates the Louis Vuitton lifestyle. A hammock, folding chair, and a pair of beach rackets adorned with the Monogram print thus advocate chic relaxation ! www.louisvuitton.com
Manouches, Tsiganes, Romanis, Gitans... The Mucem offers a surprising plunge into the heart of the history and traditions of these travelling gypsies. Consisting of 200 works and documents, 15 specially designed for the event, this exhibition is a first in France ! Jusqu’au 4 septembre. www.marseille. mucem.org
On the eve of its 60th anniversary and while embarking upon large-scale extension, the Maeght Foundation in Saint-Paul-de-Vence is installing part of its collections in the Espace Musées at the Charles de Gaulle-Paris Airport this summer, in partnership with Artcurial. Jusqu’au 15 septembre. Aéroport Paris CDG. Terminal E2, Hall M.
Forty-four hours of marquetry are required to create the Louis Cartier Round Watch, "Éclats de Panthère Marqueterie, proposed in a limited edition of 30 pieces. Re-interpreted once again by Cartier's "Métiers d’Art" team, the panther's hypnotizing face is set off here by geometric lines. Plus de 150 000 €. www.cartier.com
Made by Brad Pitt, the Perrin family and Tom Nichol, one of the most eminent Master Distillers, "The Gardener" is a new gin made on the French Riviera. Already presented at the Carlton Cannes in its "Secret Garden" cocktail, this stylish gin, to be consumed in moderation, blends the purity of classic flavours with the freshness of citrus fruit. www.the-gardener.com
This summer, Boucheron invites us to see "la vie en rose" through the new version of its "Serpent" collection. Its iconic design now comes in rose gold, diamonds and pink quartz. Dazzling ! www.boucheron.com
