 dover street market Paris @lesvisitesdemaud Last week, the newest installment of Dover Street Market unveiled its doors to the public in the historic and fashionable Marais district of Paris. Founded and curated by fashion power couple Rei Kawakubo and Adrian Joffe of Comme des Garçons, this small concept store franchise has redefined the retail landscape.  Dover street market Paris @lesvisitesdemaud Within a 17th century townhouse on the Rue des Francs-Bourgeois, Dover Street Market seeks to transcend the typical aspects of the shopping experience. Instead, a cultural center is coming to life, with spaces for art, installations, and performances. Additionally, the market seeks to nurture new and emerging fashion houses within the community and beyond, with the top floors of their location tailored into showroom spaces for growing brands.  Dover Street Market Paris @lesvisitesdemaud After stepping through the glass doors, you will be mesmerized by a unique fashion macrocosm, where pieces by esteemed houses including Loewe or Maison Margiela are mixed together with lesser known avant-garde brands such as Kiko Kostandinov or Craig Green. Dover Street Market doesn’t fail to pull together an all-encompassing collection that is fit for every fashion admirer.  Dover Street Market Paris @lesvisitesdemaud With a new garment, accessory, or fragrance surprise through each rounded passage, Dover Street Market presents its offerings on sleek white, gray, and aluminum furnishings. Creating an ambiance with serene, space-inspired background music, the interior combines Parisian elegance with a raw, industrial warehouse aesthetic. This distinct style effectively serves as a blank canvas for the real art: the clothes.  Dover Street Market Paris @lesvisitesdemaud As a strong part of the Comme des Garçons universe, you’ll be able to find almost every brand from Kawakubo’s intricate web of diffusion lines. Whether you love the artful runway pieces from the original line, playful ensembles from Comme des Garçons Shirt, or the experimental pieces from student lines like Junya Watanabe or Noir Kei Ninomiya, everything can be found under one roof.  Dover Street Market Paris @lesvisitesdemaud Along with the opening, a special exhibition including the work of Paolo Roversi is on display. Comme des Garçons by and for Paolo Roversi is teased in the courtyard, with the rest of the exposition tucked away in a subterranean gallery. Right off the courtyard, there is also a cafe so you can relax and refuel after a long day of shopping. Rose Bakery has an expertly appointed selection of baked goods and cafe beverages to satisfy every palette.  Dover Street Market Paris @lesvisitesdemaud Whether or not you peruse through to do some window shopping or engage in a bit of retail therapy, the staff won’t hesitate to help you make your fashion dreams come true. Playful pearled shoes by Simone Rocha, expertly woven leather by Bottega Veneta, and heavy distressed denim by Undercover—this location has it all. With cutting edge fashion, art, and culture, Dover Street Market will not fail to ignite your senses and inspire your soul.  Dover Street Market Paris @lesvisitesdemaud To visit the boutique:
DOVER STREET MARKET 35–37 Rue Des Frances-Bourgeois Paris, 75004
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 Brancusi @lesvisitesdemaud In the heart of Paris, step into Brancusi’s universe at the Centre Pompidou. With more than 120 works by the artist, you’ll be able to get a comprehensive view of Constantin Brancusi’s life, work and career. In all directions, you can find matte, wooden sculptures or shimmering, bronze-cast pieces that helped define Brancusi’s unique methods and bring forward a new era of modern sculpture.  Le Baiser @lesvisitesdemaud Originally from Romania, Constantin Brancusi studied art before arriving in Paris in 1904. The artist made the journey to France from Eastern Europe on foot and enrolled in school at the École Beaux Arts. Once established in the city, he set up his studio in Montparnasse on the Impasse Ronsin.  Brancusi @lesvisitesdemaud While going through the exposition, prepare to be mesmerized with a journey through Brancusi’s illustrious career. The first sculpture is one of his iconic roosters, symbolizing new beginnings and rebirth. Afterwards, you will lay eyes on some of Brancusi’s earlier works created under the mentorship of Augustin Rodin, such as the endearing Le Baiser.  Atelier de Brancusi @lesvisitesdemaud In addition to the vast amount of sculptures included in this exposition, immerse yourself in a rich tapestry of film, photos, and sketches from the artist. This gives a multifaceted glimpse into Brancusi’s creative process and how he incorporated various media into his artistic expression. Additionally, it shows his propensity to leave his pieces open to interpretation and contrast distinct binaries in line with the Dada movement.  Le Baiser Brancusi @lesvisitesdemaud Bouncing off of Brancusi’s playful style, you will be led through twisting and turning passages that immerse you in an environment of black and white color that imitates Brancusi’s monochrome style. Further down the path, you will encounter an authentic recreation of the artist’s Parisian Studio which was granted to France after the artist’s death. You have the once in a lifetime opportunity to view his real working set up, his sculpting tools used for direct carving, and videos of Brancusi at work.  Brancusi @lesvisitesdemaud The high floor of the Centre Pompidou serves as an excellent backdrop for Brancusi’s story. As the viewer, you have the chance to forge a connection with Brancusi’s work in a close, intimate setting. As the exhibition continues, you will see his pieces speckled in front of a Parisian landscape set with landmarks such as the Basilique du Sacre-Coeur. Either way, this exposition perfectly highlights Brancusi’s spectacular world in the most breathtaking way.  Brancusi @lesvisitesdemaud To visit the exposition: Place Georges-Pompidou, 75004 Paris, France  jardin japonais @lesvisitesdemaud Le Jardin d’Albert Kahn is hidden on the outskirts of the city of Paris, right in the heart of the suburb of Boulogne-Billancourt. Here, one will find the Musée Departmental d’Albert Kahn as well as a grandiose garden. Albert Kahn made a fortune working within the Parisian banking system. He worked his way up to become a principal associate at one of Europe’s most notable financial institutions. With his newfound wealth, Kahn purchased a large plot of land in Boulogne-Billancourt, where he would eventually create a 4.2 hectare scenic garden.  la serre tropicale @lesvisitesdemaud The garden itself is a place where many parts of the world come together to form an idyllic paradise within the busy city. Composed of Le Jardin Français, Le Village Japonais, Le Forêt Vosgienne, and more, this garden has it all.  At Le Village Japonais, one can find a traditional japanese garden with many winding paths, a trickling stream, and pavilion architectural features. This garden was in line with a subtle movement of the time period, which mixed European garden styles with distinct Japanese elements. In this garden, make sure to find the stone Japanese lanterns and sculptures, cross the red Guzei bridge over a gasp of koi, or climb to the apex of the hill for a stunning view of the entire garden.  Le jardin japonais @lesvisitesdemaud Strolling over to le Forêt Vosgienne, you will find yourself encapsulated in a forest that mimics the southern Vosges Mountains, not too far from where Albert Kahn spent his youth. Take a moment to relax or cool off in the shade under the canopy of trees.  La serre tropicale @lesvisitesdemaud Le Jardin Français showcases a typical 17th century French garden, defined by a geometrical path and surrounded by a carefully appointed assortment of delicate fruit trees. At the edge of the garden, you are able to take a look at the extensive greenhouse that houses a grand staircase under an abundance of natural light.  Le jardin japonais @lesvisitesdemaud In the early 1900s, Albert Kahn began to travel the world and sought to capture the likeness of different places on camera. Soon, his passion for travel led him to embark on another project: to capture all of the world’s places on film. Although the project was stopped before completion, the images are on view at the Musée Departmental. Khan’s project encapsulates many parts of the world and you can experience it here just as he intended.  Le jardin japonais @lesvisitesdemaud To visit the garden :
Les jardins d'Albert Kahn - Musée-Jardin 2, Rue du Port 92100 Boulogne-Billancourt  Paolo Roversi @lesvisitesdemaud Inside the Palais Galliera museum of fashion and history found in the 16th arrondissement, an exhibition on the photographical work of Paolo Roversi is on display. Focusing on the Italian photographer’s work spanning over 50 years, this exhibition demonstrates the way in which Roversi pioneered his own artistic style, worked closely with several fashions designers, and brought his subjects to life.  Paolo Roversi @lesvisitesdemaud Beginning with some of his first photographs and reaching all the way to the present day, you have the opportunity to observe an amazing assemblage of Roversi’s pieces. The carefully curated collection of Roversi’s photographs showcases his own projects, including several series of models as well as the work with notable houses such as Comme des Garçons, Yohji Yamamoto, or Dior. With 140 pieces in this exhibition, you will be able to grasp the lavishbeauty of Roversi’s captivating polaroids and see how his art has evolved over the years of his career.  Paolo Roversi @lesvisitesdemaud Roversi’s work is both dark and severe, while also remaining vivid, saturated, and alive. His unique style shines through in his choice to blend both black and white photography with eye catching, expressive pops of color. Mimicking the contrast and chiaroscuro found in Roversi’s work, the Palais Galliera has set the perfect, dramatic scene for the display of his images. Almost as if you are stepping into one of Roversi’s photographs, you will find the exhibition rooms fashioned in deep shades of crimson with elegant lighting.  Paolo Roversi @lesvisitesdemaud The Palais Galliera has also laid out fashion magazines and lookbooks featuring the artist’s work. You can find Roversi’s photos in action, casually displayed under the glass case. Although the work of Paolo Roversi is of extraordinarily illusion, his photos are incredibly successful in capturing a garment, the wearer, and all associated emotions. Artful, yet practical, these pieces illustrate Roversi’s creative imagination in a true editorial context.  Paolo Roversi @lesvisitesdemaud In addition to the fashion photography that has so far defined Roversi’s career, his portfolio also reveals his passion for portraiture. In this exhibition, you will continue to uncover his portraits and nudes of models that are far more somber than his fashion photographs. Though his portraiture style is severe, his subject’s identities are sharp and striking.  Paolo Roversi @lesvisitesdemaud Roversi sought to truly capture the likeness of his models, which is evident in the portraits on display of many celebrated figures, such as Kate Moss and Naomi Campbell. His portraits reveal much more about his subjects than what is initially visible to the eye, so make sure to spend adequate time decoding each piece. Around every corner, laying eyes on a new portrait–and a new personality–is always inevitable. To visit the museum :
Palais Galliera / Exposition Paolo Roversi (03/16 to 07/14) 10 Av. Pierre 1er de Serbie 75116 Paris |
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