The mythic monogram, former logo for the Yves Saint Laurent brand, was designed by Adolphe Mouron aka “Cassandre”, the most renowned graphic artist of her time. Created in 1961 at the behest of Monsieur Saint Laurent, these three interlaced initials were the only proposition made by Cassandre to Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Bergé during...
The “180” moccasin what with its shape that hasn’t changed since its original creation in 1946, still produced in accordance with fabrication processes dating back to 1946 in the original ateliers in Limoges, France, is now and probably will remain for a long time to come one of, or even, the emblematic style for the...
The Hermès Cavale saddle is first and foremost a story of passion. Brought to life through a partnership with Simon Delestre, it was conceived for the practice of high-level obstacle jumping. Between the most famous manufacturer of harnesses and saddles in the world and the 4th best French rider, no compromises had to be made....
A product of long hours of artisanal work, the Shang Xia chair symbolizes the past, present, and future all at the same time. To accomplish this, each of the pieces made of red sandalwood (zitan), a noble wood reputed for its strength, is wisely worked by a master artisan, then assembled according to the artisanal...
Indeed, it was from a meeting between Raymond Massaro and Gabrielle Chanel that a strong work relationship was forged, in turn yielding a veritable icon of the house on the rue Cambon. From this collaboration born in the late 50s comes the renowned two-tone Chanel sandal. Massaro pitched the idea to Mademoiselle Chanel, who he...
Grande Dame, a simple name that fits right in amongst the big wigs of Champagne, is the result of a combination of Veuve Clicquot’s 8 historic “grand crus”. This cuvée, dominated by Pinot Noir and balanced by a touch of Chardonnay, is lauded by all, connoisseurs and Champagne amateurs alike, for its finesse, the abundance...
