A must-attend event for collectors the world over, the Hermès Vintage sale, organized by French brand Artcurial, was an exceptional one. A Birkin bag and a gold bracelet set two world records. Even Hermès’ biggest fans were blown away by the final figures. This luxurious little sin is more than forgivable when you lean in...
The universe of Frey Wille contrasts with an ambient air, marking a veritable ode to life. Founded in 1951 in Vienna by Michaela Frey, the brand was at first a local artisanal workshop that worked with enamel. In 1970, Frey teamed up with lawyer/ accountant Friedrich Wille. Upon Frey’s death in 1980, Wille took the...
Perrier, the iconic world champion brand of sparkling water, is celebrating 150 years of success in 2013. Perrier has conquered the world and today enjoys global success due to its boldness and inimitable craziness. Its aloof image and taste have stayed intact for a century and a half now, and the brand is now marvelously...
As black as a painter’s blank canvas is white, the Little Black Dress is an endless source of inspiration that will never go out of style. With a brand new eponymous exhibit, the Mona Bismarck American Center in Paris is rendering homage this summer to the most famous of female garments. Wherever she is now,...
This spring, Guerlain is giving its legendary Habit Rouge a new home: a limited edition collectors box that pays homage to the rules of the brand. Almost 50 years after its initial creation, the luxury brand continues to supplement the history of this mythical perfume. From stitched red leather to cavalry vibes and an embossed...
This year, the perfume Paris is celebrating its 30th anniversary. Just for the occasion, top model Anja Rubik has become their new face, using her beauty to celebrate the iron lady that watches over the city that was so dear to Yves Saint-Laurent. The Hedi Slimane era has offered Anja Rubik the chance to incarnate...
From pre-war dresses in workman’s blue to 60s dresses and Goth trends, all the emblematic styles of the past 100 years have been brought together in this one work. It’s a lesson in style using words and photos and taught to us by Cally Blackman, who has already written previous books on the subject. In...
Ottavio Missoni, patriarch of the celebrated Italian family, known for his multicolor knits and unique and original psychedelic motifs, has passed away at the age of 92. Ottavio, founder of the Missoni empire, died in his family villa in Sumirago, in the northeast of Italy, as a result of a heart illness. Born in Croatia...
