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