Here, the art of living is given pride of place. Artists' portraits, contemporary furnishings, decorative items, beauty products and restaurants meet everypossible desire.
The Fashion For Floors boutique in Monaco presents a new showroom dedicated to Pierre Frey upholstery fabrics and furnishings. Here you will discover pieces of architectural design, modern, audacious, and endowed with sensual esthetics. A very special world ! 39, boulevard des Moulins, Monaco. (+377 92 16 12 16)
"Shocking !"… Such is the title of the exhibition dedicated by the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris to the surrealist universe of this Italian fashion designer. Almost 20 years after the retrospective devoted to her, the Museum wanted to re-visit her life work to reveal to the public her innovative fantasy, her taste for theatricality and artistic modernity. Du 6 juillet 2022 au 22 janvier 2023. www.madparis.fr
An exquisite, summery creation to wear every day, the Peekaboo ring in rose gold with an aquamarine tweaks its classical allure by adding nine brilliant-cut diamonds recalling a lucky ladybird ! 1.550 €. www.bucherer.com
Available in Sunset (orange) and Borealis (blue) versions, the Zenith Defy Midnight comes with a stainless steel case and a bezel set with diamonds. Ideal for summer, it is powered by an automatic Manufacture ELITE movement. 11.100 €. www.zenith-watches.com
Evoking the oceanfront, the Diptyque Do Son fragrance whisks you away, sails flying in the wind, with its exquisite marine fragrances captured in this deep blue flacon in a limited edition. 100 ml - 118 €. www.diptyqueparis.com
Designer Margaux Keller of Marseille has just unveiled her new collection called "Bleu Azuré". As summery as one could wish, this line comprised of Parasol glasses is handblown in a family studio in Portugal. Perfect for enriching a contemporary table in the open air. 112 € les 4 grands verres. www.margauxkeller.com
This summer, iconic mocassins with Brera tassels signed Fratelli Rossetti are proposed in an ultra-artsy version. Flaunting a wealth of floral patterns and delicate embroidery, they illustrate the high level of craftsmanship attained by this Italian brand of sheer excellence. It is, of course, vital to wear them without socks ! 680 €. www.fratellirossetti.com
An elegant outdoor sofa designed by David Lopez Quincoces, Kasbah offers a modular system of informal seating both delicate and comfortable. All the components can be mixed and matched to design a sofa corresponding to individual tastes and adapting to different settings. www.livingdivani.it
The Villa Domergue and the Art Centre La Malmaison in Cannes are paying homage to artist Agnès Varda, in turn a film-maker, photographer and artist, in an exhibition entitled "Plages, Cabanes et Coquillages". A world inspired by the sea, beaches and beach huts : recurrent themes in her work as an artist and movie-maker. Du 8 juillet au 20 novembre à la Malmaison. 47, La Croisette, Cannes. Du 8 juillet au 18 septembre à la Villa Domergue. 15, avenue Fiesole, Cannes.
In the month of June, Ruinart is revealing a limited edition of its iconic vintages signed by French artist Claude Viallat. The painter has applied his flagship forms and colours to second-skin casings for the R de Ruinart magnum. Signed and numbered, each case is available in 50 copies. Already exclusively available from the Maison Ruinart in Reims, these limited editions will then be found at La Samaritaine in Paris from September. (De 700 à 900 €). www.ruinart.com
The Château des Baux de Provence is staging an outdoor exhibition dedicated to the Master of monochrome blue : Yves Klein. On the programme, his iconic works along with photographs of the artist. (Until April 9th, 2023). Jusqu’au 9 avril 2023. www.château-baux-provence.com
The charm of Versace sunshades has been brought up to date thanks to new contemporary designs allowing for more audacious femininity. This oversized version worn by top model Emily Ratajkowski bears the iconic Media Biggie medallion on the side. www.versace.com
Marking the centenary of the birth of Simon Hantaï (1922 - 2008), the Louis Vuitton Foundation is presenting an unprecedented retrospective, organized in collaboration with the artist’s family. Comprised of over 130 works, including several large formats never exhibited until now, the selection focuses on the years 1957 to 2000. Influences decisive for Hantaï’s development are highlighted through the presentation of works by Henri Matisse and Jackson Pollock. Another important element : an unprecedented “in situ” intervention by Daniel Buren, entitled “Mur(s) pour Simon, travaux in situ en six mouvements”. A magnificent tribute. Jusqu’au 29 août. Fondationlouisvuitton.fr
Always taking inspiration from the chains at the heart of Pomellato heritage, new additions to the Iconica collection look to the future with these models extending the limits of a simple chain. Offering cutting-edge chic, these pieces of gold jewellery to wear everyday symbolize Milanese refinement. www.pomellato.com
Wonderfully fresh, Kologne by Kilian offers a festive rebirth to a classic in perfumery. Characterized by its vitality, this fragrance blending citrus fruit, rosemary, mint and neroli on a woody base is presented in an elegant, bright blue flacon. This summery olfactory signature equates with high sophistication. 50 ml 205 €. www.Kilian.fr
Proposing a subtle balance between sporty allure and sophisticated elegance, the Ocean remains the most versatile watch collection created by Harry Winston. New models in 18-carat white or rose gold are watertight up to 10 bars. Perfect for fans of watersports ! www.harrywinston.com
“Végétal, L’Ecole de la Beauté” is the title of this exhibition organized by Les Beaux-Arts de Paris in collaboration with Chaumet. Celebrating the beauty of nature by criss-crossing visions, eras and supports, this exhibit invites us to admire plantlife through the universal prism of art and beauty. Du 17 juin au 4 septembre. www.beauxartsparis.fr
A symbol of summer, the sun-lounger signed Etro is an iconic feature of this outdoor collection. With its wooden legs shaped like bamboo, the Menfi lounger is characterized by its seat whose generous curves are an invitation to laze in the sun. Another strong point : outer fabrics in delicate nuances of colour and a summery motif inspired by a tropical forest. www.etrohomeinteriors.onigroup.it
For his “Beachwear Homme” capsule collection, Kim Jones - artistic director for Dior Homme - joined up with the environmental organization Parley For The Oceans to conjure up a collection based on plastic from marine pollution. The resultat ? High-quality fabrics including a jacquard, mesh and ultra-technical canvas. Bravo ! www.dior.com
In a gem-like flacon, the new Soleil Vibrant “eau de parfum” from Lalique is a fruity elixir giving precedence to bergamot, pear and ginger, with a heart of jasmine and vanilla. The result is sensual skin caressed by the rays of the sun. (122 €/ 100 ml). www.lalique.fr
