Luxury department store in Paris La Samaritaine shines in new splendor

Status: 23.06.2021 2:09 p.m.

It is one of the most famous shopping addresses in the world: La Samaritaine in Paris. The legendary department store was lavishly renovated for 16 years. Today it opened its doors again.

From Stefanie Markert, ARD studio Paris

“O lala!” – Emmanuel Macron is visibly impressed by the sight: Gustave Eiffel’s gray-blue iron staircase spanning five floors with 16,000 gold leaves has been originally restored. Many of the 1700 employees of the department store stand on the landing and applaud the president. He accepted Bernard Arnault’s invitation. The billionaire and boss of the luxury goods company LVMH owns the Samaritaine. He renovated the building complex for 750 million euros and is now attracting customers: “Perhaps you can also shop on the Internet. But there you can’t touch the products, you can’t see them, and you can’t have lunch in such a wonderful atmosphere.”

A water pump as namesake

In the Samaritaine, this is most spectacularly done in the “Voyage” restaurant under the historic glass dome, surrounded by a 115-meter-long peacock frieze in Art Nouveau style. But actually shopping is hip here, emphasizes Head of Marketing Nathalie Montaldier: “You are on the fourth floor – all women’s shoes, from sneakers to luxury. The special thing: when you try them on you have a fantastic view of the Gothic cathedral Saint-Germain-L’Auxerrois . A unique experience.” In 1870 Ernest Cognacq founded the Samaritaine. Before that he had sold fabrics on the bridge next door – the famous Pont Neuf -, then rented a corner café and expanded his business little by little. At that time the first Parisian water pump stood on the Pont Neuf, and it was called “la Samaritaine” – the Samaritan woman. The pump gave the store its name. Today, historical commercials flicker there on old TVs:

Monsieur wants something?

Yes, nails.

We dont have.

An alligator clip.

Neither clamp nor crocodile.

Haven’t you read the name of our store?

No.

This is not the Samaritaine.

Ah, I see – you can find everything in the Samaritaine.

In the Parisian luxury department store you will find one thing above all: French “savoir vivre”. Image: Stefanie Markert / ARD-Studio Paris

A hymn to Paris

The house no longer lives up to this claim, says manager Eleonore de Boysson, but: “You can find all of Paris in the Samaritaine. Its brands and artists. It’s like a promenade with surprises. A visit should trigger a new Parisian feeling.” And convey the French way of life. The house bakes its own croissants, personalizes champagne bottles and sells cosmetics from collapsible crates that resemble those of the bouquinists in front of the door. Mosaics are reminiscent of the Parisian passages and yellow lanterns of the street lighting in the past. Parisian flair en passant.

The luxury department store is a hymn to the city. It offers the largest beauty department in the European Union – 600 brands and products from three-euro hand gel to perfume in a giant crystal bottle for 150,000 euros. Up to five million customers are expected each year. Parisians, French and of course tourists. On the lower floor, the head of marketing points to a long rolling carpet like at the airport: “There was direct access from the parking lot to the department store. We have redesigned this tunnel. This is where the bus tourists will arrive.”

The complex includes a luxury hotel with a 1000 square meter suite. Even the smallest room there costs 1500 euros per night. But there is also a day nursery and almost 100 social housing. Samaritaine General Director Jean Jacques Guiony explains: “That is the law. When building, around 25 percent of the area has to be reserved for social housing. We were free to move it inside in the Rue de Rivoli building.” The tenants look out over a green, roofed courtyard with the department store’s wellness oasis. The Samaritaine is open 364 days a year. It is only closed on May 1st

Tiffany & Co. (owned by luxury product group LVMH) named its new line after the company’s founder – Charles Lewis Tiffany. Inspired by the strap on the Tiffany Setting, the men’s ring features a brilliant round diamond set on a blade-edged strap. On the other hand, emerald cut diamonds have chamfered edges. This is a modern, bold and structured alternative to the classic engagement ring. Depending on the design, the weight of the diamonds used ranges from 1 to 4.5 carats. Products are available on store shelves from the beginning of May. The American jewelry brand launched the first men’s engagement ring. Photo: Tiffany & Co. In 1886, Tiffany introduced the first solitaire diamond engagement ring for women. In the decades since, many couples have visited jewelry stores in search of engagement rings as well as wedding rings for women. With the new product, the American jeweler is hoping to find a solid source of revenue growth. Last year, the company did more than $4 billion in jewelry sales, with women’s engagement rings accounting for about 26 percent. From the merger of Tiffany & Co, LVMH says its watch and jewelry division has grown rapidly. Photo: Tiffany & Co. How was Paris Hilton’s engagement ring designed? Experts estimate the jewelry to be worth more than $2 million.

According to Antonio Belloni, CEO of blockchain technology LVMH will provide an encrypted certificate to help users feel secure about their transactions. Louis Vuitton will use blockchain to combat counterfeiting. Photo: SCMP. Given the complex structure of the blockchain, these certificates cannot be hacked or modified by outside sources. The counterfeiting situation has caused billions of dollars in losses for the big fashion brands. According to the company Frontier Economics , the total transaction value of counterfeit goods reached 991 billion USD in 2022, double the level in 2013. This includes counterfeits in the luxury goods, consumer goods and medicine sectors. Jewelry brand Cartier tested the technology for its product return policy. Customers only need to capture the status of the product before exchange and upload it to the blockchain system to prove that the product they sent to the company has not been swapped or damaged. “A simple model but helps to strengthen the trust between us and the customer,” said Cyrille Vigneron, CEO of Cartier. He also said that auctions should also use the same technology for items with great value. Blockchain technology is being used by fashion brands. Photo: icontechnic. According to Belloni, the blockchain model should be set as the industry-wide standard. Aura Blockchain, the main platform of the project, has contacted many other luxury brands. Subsidiaries of LVMH such as Louis Vuitton, Bulgari, and Hublot have started experimenting with blockchain technology. The next candidate to be tested is most likely the jewelry brand Tiffany, also a member of the group. “Trust is at the core of this industry, and we will do our best to preserve it,” says Belloni. In addition, customers can also sell used brands more easily and transparently thanks to the benefits of blockchain.

The 33-year-old vocalist incorporates a gold necklace with white-tone pointed high heels. A handbag from the Fendi brand helps to add a nostalgic look to the female singer. The controversial pattern of pants once appeared in a stylish manner on a female singer. Rihanna’s shaping formula helps to impress. Page Six The 33-year-old vocalist has brought the pants to a new level. Rihanna wears stylish outfits when attending her mother’s birthday. Photo: Getty Images. Recently, Rihanna’s fashion sense has attracted attention. She was once caught wearing $ 15,000 pants to buy books. Before that, the female singer wore a hoodie worth $ 885 on the street. LVMH discontinued the vocalist’s Fenty line of couture Diamonds in February. However, the female singer’s business path is not affected with the Savage X Fenty lingerie line, currently valued at $ 1 billion. Hair products are predicted to be the next step in the work of building the beauty empire of the female singer. Fans hope that Rihanna’s hair care line will create success like Fenty Beauty and Fenty Skin.

Rihanna has collaborated with several famous brands such as Dior, Manolo Blahnik, Stance Socks, Puma and River Islan. However, independent projects are what sets her apart in the fashion and beauty fields, according to her WWD . Behind the name Fenty Beauty Rihanna’s first business – Fenty Beauty – has launched an unprecedented 40-tone line of foundation creams, setting a new standard for diversity. Voice Diamonds want women everywhere to be able to use it, regardless of skin color or style. The brand launched in 2017 in partnership with Kendo Beauty division from luxury group LVMH. This “handshake” allows Rihanna to leverage her marketing and product development savvy into the beauty industry. Rihanna’s love for makeup began when she was a child. Photo: V Magazine. One of the benefits of this combination is access to all sales data from Sephora as well as other LVMH beauty brands. The partnership with LVMH gives Fenty Beauty the infrastructure needed to launch the brand globally. After years of playing among the best makeup products in the industry, Rihanna has seen a “void” for products that are suitable for all women of all skin tones. That is the inspiration behind Fenty Beauty. “I always love looking at my mother and all her funny expressions in front of the mirror. The first time I put on makeup was when I was 16 for a school beauty contest. Since then, I can never look back at my skin without foundation, “the businesswoman shared Time. Rihanna’s beauty brand was named one of the magazine’s best inventions of 2017 Time . By 2019, Fenty Beauty launches products with 50 shades. This helps her brand stand out from its competitors. Rihanna’s beauty brand is widely supported. Photo: Getty. Fenty Beauty has produced products of higher quality than its competitors. In 2014, Rihanna registered a trademark for Fenty Beauty. She spent more than 2 years creating the right recipes before the product dropped in price. Entrepreneurs born in 1988 never want the brand to become a project in a hurry. One girl even cried while hitting Rihanna’s foundation because it matched her skin color. The first release products are considered by many to be reasonably priced and accessible to a wide range of customers. After a month of launch, Fenty Beauty has reached a turnover of 72 million USD. Get rich with lingerie brands Following the success of the beauty brand, Rihanna continues to launch lingerie brand Savage x Fenty (established in 2018) in partnership with TechStyle. Savage x Fenty has 90 underwear, pajamas and accessories models in many colors and sizes. Within a month, 90 product styles of the brand were sold out. Since she couldn’t find the right nude lingerie to wear in her see-through dress back in 2014, Rihanna wanted to supply products for all skin tones. This product line carries a positive message about the body. Savage x Fenty is not meant to please men. The brand emphasizes “fearlessness, confidence and inclusion”. Its presence serves as a wake-up call for lingerie retailers around the world. Most companies are constantly striving to create the personality of their buyers, targeting focused to help them segment the market. Song Rihanna ignored that trend. This is the key to her success. Rihanna continues to use the same strategy as Fenty Beauty for the lingerie brand. Photo: The Impression. Fenty Senior Vice President Jennifer Rosales – explains Savage x Fenty for everyone. “Everything she does makes people feel beautiful. They feel empowered, empowered, to be the best version,” Jennifer Rosales said. During the 2019 fashion show, the brand introduced many models, including transsexuals, with disabilities, with different body sizes. According to Jennifer Rosales, Rihanna goes against what is considered the norm. “Technically, Savage x Fenty 2019 is a fashion show. But Rihanna is not remake of the things that existed on the catwalk. She has raised the show concept. If the world turns right, we will. go in the opposite direction, “said senior vice president. Not stopping at female audiences, Rihanna also targets male customers. The businesswoman once again broke the barrier on the show Savage x Fenty Vol.2. An oversized male model performs at her first men’s underwear collection. The brand’s website also features many oversized male models. This decision attracts interest from the online community, encouraging men with large bodies to feel sexy. Rihana’s lingerie show includes an oversized model, older … Photo: Getty, Harper’s Bazaar, Vogue. Besides, actress Demi Moore, Luenell also participated in the show. Rihanna ensures that all sex, body size, and age have the ability to shine. According to the Inc It is the attention to the smallest details that makes a big difference in the minds of customers. “Everything is thought through in detail,” said the voice We Found Love share in documentaries. In mid-February, Forbes said Rihanna’s lingerie brand reached a valuation of $ 1 billion through a fundraising round. Before this round of fundraising, her estimated stake in the company was about $ 80 million. Last year, Rihanna’s lingerie brand saw over 200% revenue growth and increased the number of VIP members by more than 150%. While with Fenty Beauty, Forbes Rihanna’s stake is estimated to be worth $ 375 million. Rihanna has made history as the first woman to create an original brand at LVMH.

The hobby of the world’s richest billionaire Jeff Bezos, the founder of e-commerce empire Amazon, is extremely expensive. He spends his time exploring the ocean looking for NASA rockets that were dropped during space launch. He spent three weeks on an underwater “rocket hunt,” according to Entrepreneur. Photo: David Ryder / The Washington Post. Google cofounder Sergey Brin, who is worth $ 94.8 billion, is passionate about thrilling sports, including skydiving or flying trapeze. He even persuaded some brave Google employees to play with them to form a team, according to Tatler. Photo: Google+. Chinese billionaire Jack Ma, who has a net worth of $ 47.3 billion, is passionate about performing arts on stage. The former Alibaba Group CEO has appeared on the stages of many Chinese music festivals. Jack Ma’s most famous performance was the impersonation of Michael Jackson at his company’s 2017 annual party. Photo: TPG / Getty Images. 25-year-old young man Eric Tse in Hong Kong (China) became a billionaire in just one night. In 2019, Eric Tse’s father decided to “give” his son a 21.45% stake in Sino Biopharmaceutical Pharmaceutical Group, equivalent to $ 3.8 billion. Besides attending parties with singer Rihanna, basketball star Yao Ming, model Bella Hadid and Prince Charlene of Monaco, billionaire Eric is also a lover of outdoor sports including paragliding. , fly over the French Alps and swim with dolphins in the Bahamas. William Belo, a Filipino billionaire with a fortune of $ 1 billion, not only owns a chain of 57 furniture and home improvement stores, but is also known for his unique hobby: raising crocodiles. Photo: Forbes. According to Bloomberg, Mr. Belo has two farms of 23,000 crocodiles raised for commercial use. Their skins are sold to luxury brands such as LVMH, while meat used to make Hungarian sausages and Filipino food called sisig.

Delphine Arnault, the eldest daughter of LVMH Group Chairman and CEO Bernard Arnault and LVMH Group Executive Vice President Delphine Arnault, said that all designer works will be displayed in the online showroom from April 6 to April 11, which is also the first in history. The LVMH Prize will also be open to the public, and everyone will have the opportunity to vote for candidates on the official website of the competition.

This year’s jury is composed of Sidney Toledano, LVMH Fashion Group Chairman and CEO, Bernard Arnault’s consultant Jean-Paul Claverie, LV Executive Vice President Delphine Arnault and Marc Jacobs, Nicolas Ghesquière, Maria Grazia Chiuri, Kris van Assche, Jonathan Anderson, Rihanna In addition to the group executives and creative directors of their brands, such as Stella McCartney and Virgil Abloh, there are supermodel Bella Hadid, actress Léa Seydoux, Bazaar American editor Samira Nasr, Vogue French editor Aleksandra Woroniecka and Margaret Zhang, the new editor-in-chief of the Chinese version of Vogue, also joined the panel of experts for the joint selection.

The LVMH Prize young designer competition was initiated by Delphine Arnault in 2013. As the second in command of the LVMH group, she is also responsible for the group’s key talent discovery.

As the leader of the fashion industry, the LVMH group has naturally attracted many “great gods” to participate. This competition is also known as the most lucrative competition in the fashion industry. The winning “Rookie of the Year” can get 300,000 euros. bonus. In addition, in the next year, we will be able to receive careful guidance from LVMH Group’s internal fashion experts. In addition to design, it also involves intellectual property rights, procurement, production and distribution, brand image and communication, marketing… For designers who want to create their own brands, this is the real “stepping stone” to the fashion circle.

Like the 8 finalists of the 2015 LVMH Prize Young Designers Grand Prix, I believe everyone is familiar with them. The current director of Balenciaga and the co-founder of Vetements Demna Gvasalia , Founder of Jacquemus brand Simon Porte , And Louis Vuitton Menswear Art Director and Off-White founder Virgil Abloh They are all “students” in the same class, although in the end only Simon Porte Won a Karl Lagerfeld special award, but it does not affect the three people in the past two years to stir up the entire fashion circle.

Last year’s LVMH Prize Young Designers Grand Prix cancelled the final event due to the impact of the epidemic, and the 300,000 euro prize was evenly distributed to the remaining 8 contestants.

Today, Sister SO would like to have a good time with you, and have a look at the two Chinese designers who were shortlisted this year-Rui Zhou and Shuting Qiu.

Rui Zhou

Zhou Rui graduated from Tsinghua University, then went to Parsons to study fashion design, and later worked in Alexander Wang.

As a newcomer in the fashion industry, Rui Zhou has actually only been founded for more than a year. The first show in 2019 was at New York Fashion Week and received attention from industry insiders and social media.

Her design is inspired by the female power seen from her mother and sister. The knitted fabric looks thin, fragile and imperfect, but it shows the feminine and strong charm.

This “imperfect”, “half-perfect” and “destroyed” structure and tailoring style make Zhou Rui stand out from the crowd of designers.

From New York to Shanghai, Rui Zhou continued to impact the established fashion aesthetic, especially in the cultural environment where the status of women and body shame have become hot spots.

Although Rui Zhou’s items may be unrealistic for the public, they are very suitable for layering, such as gloves and silk stockings as embellishments, which can instantly add personality to the look.

Some time ago, the sexy little wild cat Hyuna finally returned. In the MV of the new song “i’m not cool”, there is a set of styling that really hits new heights. .

This set of ripped wind tights “hole suit” is from Rui Zhou.

In fact, long before Hyuna, BLACKPINK’s Lisa also took the magazine blockbuster in clothes designed by Rui Zhou.

The improved cheongsam worn by Ouyang Nana in “Tomorrow’s Son” and the ripped stockings were also made by Rui Zhou.

The dark girl plays the cello and really loves it.

In addition to Asian actresses, European and American hot girls also love Rui Zhou. Dua Lipa also took the cover of the magazine wearing her clothes.

Shuting Qiu

She started to learn painting at the age of 9, and after dropping out of Beifu, Qiu Shuting took the exam twice and finally got her wish and was admitted to the Royal Academy of Art.

After graduating with the first professional grade, she was admitted to our school as a graduate student. Under the guidance of her mentor, Walter Van Beirendonck, one of the six gentlemen of Antwerp, her graduation design was a great success, and she was hailed as one of the most promising young designers in the fashion industry. , Won unanimous praise from magazines such as Harper’s Bazaar, Marie Claire and ELLE.

In 2017, she founded her own fashion brand SHUTING QIU with the same name.

“Confident, brave, and courage to express yourself, while being soft and romantic at the same time.” It is the female image conveyed by Qiu Shuting’s branding, and it is also the portrayal of this young designer himself.

Her work conveys an independent, powerful and romantic female image. On the one hand, a large number of asymmetry and silhouette designs show the independent and powerful female side, and on the other hand, the bright color collision and silk textile embroidery craftsmanship. And printing elements show the romantic and gentle side of women’s hearts.

Because of this, many celebrities love Qiu Shuting’s design.

The exquisite red metal “big mouth” in Jolin Tsai’s album “Ugly Beauty” came from her.

Another look is her design from headwear to clothes, rebellious and sexy.

In addition to Jolin Tsai, Zhou Xun also took the cover of a magazine wearing her clothes. It is hard to imagine that such a flowery dress would actually have a gentle and quiet feeling on Zhou Xun.

In Zhou Dongyu’s magazine styling, the big red lips and big back are in sharp contrast with the immature facial features. Under the double effect of Qiu Shuting’s design, it is easy to create the image of retro beauty.

The clothes that Xiao S made in the retro fashion blockbuster were also made by Qiu Shuting. This set of films has a sense of the times and is endlessly memorable.

Rainie Yang and Wang Xinling both wore SHUTING QIU in their collaborative single “Girls”.

Rainie Yang’s clothes collided with Wang Feifei when they were shooting magazines. The same clothes were performed by the two in different styles, each with its own characteristics but with full of femininity.

The 9 captain An Qi also wore SHUTING QIU on the Zhejiang Satellite TV comedy Spring Evening this year. The gorgeous prints are very visually impactful.

In addition to domestic female stars who love SHUTING QIU, foreign female stars can hardly resist her charm.

The British singer Rita Ora’s SHUTING QIU demonstrated to people what it means to “bustle” from the beginning to the toe. These colorful clothes are quite able to hold the place.

The cover of “Fruit Sister” Katy Perry’s new album also chose SHUTING QIU, and the clothes well outlined the powerful image of women.

Seeing this, I believe that everyone has a certain understanding of these two Chinese designers. I don’t know which one do you like better?

I also hope that interested readers can vote for them on the official website of the competition. Sister SO believes that with everyone’s support, the future of Chinese Design will be better.