Here, the art of living is given pride of place. Artists' portraits, contemporary furnishings, decorative items, beauty products and restaurants meet everypossible desire.
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
Such is the name of the largest exhibition dedicated to photographer Frank Horvat since he passed away in October, 2020. In 170 prints and 70 archive documents, Le Jeu de Paume has chosen to focus on the first 15 years of his exceptional career. From 1950 to 1965, Horvat in fact stood out for his originality as an author-reporter and fashion photographer. Du 16 juin au 17 septembre. Paris 1er. Jeu de Paume. 1, place de la Concorde. (01 47 03 12 50)
Pursuing its dialogue with Yayoi Kusama, Louis Vuitton proposes its floral "eau de parfum" called "Attrape-rêves", re-interpreted by the Japanese artist. True to her signature theme, she has adorned it with motifs on both the bottle and its logo-bearing travel case. 320 € l’eau de parfum. 670 € le travel case. www.fr.louisvuitton.com
Sharing their passion for perfect images for 100 years, Leica and Disney present the result of their collaboration : a Q2 decorated with a print of Mickey Mouse on the front of this camera of immense precision. 6.200 €. www.store.leica-camera.com
An iconic signature of innovative, contemporary design, Cassina has just raised the curtain on its first collection exclusively devoted to the world of luxury yachts. Called "Yachting Tales", it is comprised of a selection of items intended for all parts of a yacht : cabins, living and dining areas on the decks. Their top-notch designers include Antonio Citterio, Philippe Starck and Patricia Urquiola, the brand's artistic director. www.cassina.com
Launched in 1950, the Eames Shell Chairs were the first chairs in the world to be industrially mass-produced. In collaboration with the Eames Office and Herman Miller, Vitra has now come up with a limited edition of 500 numbered pieces of the Eames Fiberglass Armchair portraying the Steinberg Cat. Fabriquées en Allemagne, elles seront disponibles à partir du 14 juin. Avis aux collectionneurs ! www.vitra.com
Revolving around the concept of "the island", this exhibition imagined by Jean-Marie Gallais explores an essential driver behind creativity : the distancing of reality to reveal inner feelings. Over 80 works by about 50 artists (Anna-Eva Bergman, Roy Lichtenstein, Auguste Rodin, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Alexander Calder...) comprise this exhibition confronting vistors with an imaginary, floating world. Jusqu’au 5 novembre. Villa Carmignac. Île de Porquerolles, Piste de la Courtade, Hyères. (04 65 65 25 50)
Ranked as one of the greatest rock musicians of his time, Lenny Kravitz embodies the contemporary man with multiple talents. Watchmaker Jaeger LeCoultre is particularly honoured to welcome him as its new ambassador. www.Jaeger-lecoultre.com
Illustrating the expertise and know-how of the Louis Vuitton Fabrique du Temps, the two new Flying Tourbillon Tambour Moons bearing the Geneva Hallmark complete the palette of colours in a family of watches offering exceptional transparency. www.fr.louisvuitton.com
