Lily Templeton
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The Ritz Paris’ New Gastronomic Chapter With Eugénie Béziat
Encounters with producers and memories of her formative years in Central and Western Africa flavor the menus the 40-year-old chef concocts at the Espadon restaurant. → Read More
Where to Shop, Eat and Pamper in Paris This Fall
Shops, art exhibitions and food to try in Paris in fall 2023. → Read More
De Beers’ Lightbox Stops Lab-grown Diamond Engagement Rings Test-run
De Beers' Lightbox stops lab-grown diamond engagement rings and the company announced an additional $20 million media investment to promote natural stones. → Read More
Buccellati Taps Talita von Furstenberg for New Campaign
British photographer Josh Olins captured the fashion scion in the Italian town of Lecce for the Milanese jeweler. → Read More
EXCLUSIVE: Fred Premieres High Jewelry Set Featuring Blue Lab-grown Diamonds
Using lab-grown stones alongside natural diamonds was “a creative solution for a dream,” said CEO Charles Leung. → Read More
Singapore-based Neso Brands Invests $4 Million in French Eyewear Label
Paris-based Le Petit Lunetier will use the $4 million to solidify its position in France and Europe as well as break into the Asian market. → Read More
EXCLUSIVE: New Book Chronicles Francesca Amfitheatrof’s Louis Vuitton High Jewelry
Due to be published on Sept. 19, the tome explores Amfitheatrof’s first four collections for the French house, with a foreword by Cate Blanchett. → Read More
Swatch Unveils Diving Watch Collaboration With Blancpain
The mechanical watch line inspired by the luxury brand’s dive-watch range and the Earth’s oceans is slated for release on Saturday. → Read More
Zambernardi Said Exiting, Yohji’s New Concept, ABG Closes a Deal
Fabio Zambernardi is said to be leaving Prada, Yohji Yamamoto has opened a new concept store in SoHo, ABG completes the purchase of Boardriders. → Read More
Cravan, a Paris Cocktail Bar With a Music Kiosk on the Roof
This surreal 17th-century townhouse on Boulevard Saint-Germain is the latest project of historian-turned-restaurateur-turned-mixologist Franck Audoux in collaboration with Moët Hennessy. → Read More
The Socialite Family Captures How Modern Families Live — and Has Cushions to Match
The 10-year-old French media-turned-interiors brand is bringing its furniture and home goods to the U.S. and growing its hospitality footprint. → Read More
Ashley Park for Pandora, the Winners of Australia’s National Indigenous Fashion Awards
Plus, a TikTok-fueled riot in London leads to arrests. → Read More
Kering Names Armelle Poulou Chief Financial Officer
Poulou will replace Jean-Marc Duplaix, who has been appointed deputy CEO in a recent executive reshuffle. → Read More
Louis Vuitton Unveils New Tambour Watch, Cuts 80 Percent of Lineup as Part of Upscaling Strategy
The new three-hand sporty chic Tambour line with an integrated bracelet available in September will start at 20,000 euros — four times the current price point. → Read More
Rolex Certified Pre-owned Program Rolled Out to U.S.
Tourneau, Bucherer and Watches of Switzerland will be able to offer certified and guaranteed pre-owned watches that come with a two-year warranty. → Read More
Pandora Sales Rise 1 Percent in Q1, Raises Guidance
The Danish jewelry giant tightened its guidance for 2023 as CEO Alexander Lacik pleased at the brand’s resilience and fourth consecutive quarter of growth. → Read More
Russian Designer Valentin Yudaskhin Dead at 59
He was the first Russian to be admitted to the Chambre Syndicale de la Haute Couture in 1996 before being excluded in 2022 for failing to condemn his country’s attack on Ukraine. → Read More
Portman Plays Godmother, Casta Fronts Calzedonia, Ralph’s Fashion Scholarship
Natalie Portman will be godmother of the Trophée Chopard, Laetitia Casta fronts Calzedonia’s swimwear campaign, Ralph Lauren will fund a Marist College fashion scholarship. → Read More
EXCLUSIVE: Chloé and Erès Team Up for Summer Collection
The 14-piece range — spanning swimwear, ready-to-wear, accessories and shoes — launches Friday. → Read More
EXCLUSIVE: Fred Kicks Off Three-year Roland-Garros Collaboration With Exclusive Capsule, Pop-up Store
The Force 10 capsule and presence at Roland-Garros will help build brand awareness as the jeweler expands in China, Southeast Asia and the Middle East. → Read More