In 1957 two Parisian opticians introduced a new, specialist lens to the market, designed specifically for skiers, the Skilynx lens was revolutionary. It would filter out the extreme reflection often experienced from snowy terrains whilst providing clarity and shielding the eyes from the elements. Having fitted them to sunglasses, they offered their product to the French ski team and at the 1960 Winter Olympics in Squaw Valley, Jean Vuarnet won the gold medal in Downhill skiing. Wearing the Skilynx glasses, a partnership was born that would define the brand’s pedigree for ever more. Vuarnet agreed to lend his name to the enterprising start-up and the name would come to be synonymous with high-quality, luxury performance sunglasses.
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ZENITH
A true pioneer in the world of watchmaking, Georges Favre-Jacot and the Zenith brand he founded in 1885 was the first of the great marques to produce beautiful of timepieces with movements designed in-house and under his own watchful eye. A perfectionist by nature, Favre-Jacot believed that the greatest wristwatches could only be made if every part of the design process was controlled, thus guaranteeing their quality. It would prove to be the making of one of the world’s greatest and most exclusive horology brands.
DIOR: A PRE-EMINENT COUTURE GRAND MAISON
Christian Dior’s eponymous fashion house has had a profound impact on the world of fashion and luxury goods since its foundation in 1946. The designer label has come to epitomise what is signature French style, both through the long association with high fashion and Couture as well as ready-to-wear and off-the-rack pieces.
LORO PIANA: THE ULTIMATE EXPRESSION OF QUIET LUXURY
Loro Piana is an Italian luxury fashion house founded in 1924 by Pietro Loro Piana. The company is known for its high-quality fabrics, particularly cashmere, vicuña, and other fine wools. Loro Piana’s products include clothing, accessories, and home furnishings.
ACQUA DI PARMA: GROWN-UP FRAGRANCES FOR THOSE WITH DISCERNING TASTES
Acqua di Parma is an Italian luxury perfume house founded in 1916 by Carlo Magnani in the city from which the brand takes its name, Parma. The company is known for its classic, elegant and delicate fragrances that are inspired by the Italian countryside. Their most famous fragrance is Colonia, which is a citrusy fragrance that is perfect for everyday wear and has a loyal and dedicated fanbase. Today the brand is within LVMH’s stable and is a globally recognised marque.
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