So youngly Guccio Gucci developed competences within the fashion field and came nearer the luxury world working into palaces. In 1921 Gucci’s brand was founded and a first shop opened in Florence offered saddlery products, luggage and riding accessories. This first shop was followed by many others and the brand branched out quickly.
The showcase of Parisian retail, the Avenue des Champs-Élysées is one of the most famous shopping streets in the world. Over nearly two kilometres, it lines up luxury houses, international flagships, accessible fashion labels, perfumeries and gourmet cafés. Whether you come for an exceptional purchase or simply for the pleasure of window-shopping, the avenue is made for… Read more »
In 1984 the collector and business men named Alain-Dominique Perrin created the Cartier Foundation devoted to the contemporary art. After a decade the foundation was moved to Jouy-en-Josas in Yvelines, Raspail boulevard, in the centre of Paris. The foundation aim was supporting the contemporary artistic creation editing books and organising exhibitions with various activities. So… Read more »
Autumn is the busiest season for trade shows in Paris. From September to November, the main exhibition centres run back-to-back B2B events, from fashion to automotive and hospitality. These big shows fill hotels fast, so book early. The Helzear by Esteem group has three hotels in different neighbourhoods, so you can stay close to your… Read more »