France - The Glass Magazine

Glass hotel-hops in Paris and Normandy with MGallery

May 24, 2018

GLASS has been exploring the MGallery family of hotels in central Paris. Each hotel in the MGallery portfolio has a unique story, a history that is treasured and teased out to create a distinctive and memorable...

Celebrities participate in Chanel’s 3.55 Podcast in Cannes

Olga Kuznietsova

May 17, 2018

Fashion, News

ONE step aside from the hustle and bustle of the red carpet, actress and Chanel ambassador, Anna Mouglalis, meets some of the brightest personalities in the world of cinema to talk about creativity, boldness an...

The best looks from the Cannes 2018 Film Festival so far

Sophie Alchamolac

May 10, 2018

Fashion, News

THIS TUESDAY, the elite descended upon the 71st International Cannes Film Festival. This prestigious event brings together swathes of celebrities, actresses, actors and models from around the world, all to cele...

Glass In Motion presents an insight into the savoir-faire behind Chanel SS18 handbags

Grace Calton

April 27, 2018

Fashion, Glass TV

FEBRUARY saw the launch of the Chanel SS18 handbag campaign which featured Kaia Gerber in a series of black and white photographs, taken in the very home of Gabrielle Chanel. Now the French fashio...

Olivier Lapidus departs Lanvin after two collections

Thomas Marrington

March 22, 2018

Fashion, News

THE FRENCH luxury fashion house Lanvin finds itself once again without a creative director, as after debuting only two collections for the brand, Olivier Lapidus has reportedly been ousted by the Chinese conglo...

Glass enjoys a skiing holiday in Sainte Foy – no skis attached

Amanda Bernstein

January 15, 2018

Europe, Feature, Travel

I’M luxuriating in the warmth of the massage suite as my therapist expertly eases my weary muscles. Listening to the meditation music gently playing in the background, I drift in and out of a light sleep, then...

Glass visits the stunning French department of Aveyron

Thomas Marrington

May 26, 2017

Europe, Feature, France, Travel

WHEN it comes to travel bucket-lists, Glass is almost certain that few are likely to feature the Southern France department of Aveyron. And yet, with a combination of warm and sunny climates, landscapes untouch...

Glass visits the majestic Mediterranean resort of La Baraquette

Katrina Mirpuri

May 15, 2017

Feature, Food & Drink, France, Travel

WHEN I first heard about this new development, I wasn’t sure what to expect. It’s no secret that the south of France is an incredibly charming place, and the thought of a luxury resort landing on the peaceful L...

Miramar Beach Hotel and SPA, Théoule-sur-Mer, Cote d'Azur, France, swimming pool and view

Glass discovers the joy of excellence at the Miramar Beach Hotel & Spa and Yaktsa Côte d’Azur

Ben Slater

March 13, 2017

Europe, Feature, France, Travel

YOU have to love airports in the South of France; tiny, unfussy and a sign that you have reached the land of relaxed, simple pleasures. This is the feeling that embraces you as you arrive at Nice airport and ta...

Glass explores the wonders of Château de La Redorte, in Carcassonne, France

Katrina Mirpuri

January 25, 2017

Feature, France, Travel

SITUATED in the scenic village of La Redorte, in the French region of Languedoc-Roussillon, Château de la Redorte stands tall amongst neighbouring views of vineyards and the Canal du Midi. On arrival Glass w...

Keeping time – Glass meets Richard Mille, founder of the eponymous pioneering watch brand

Livia Feltham

January 11, 2017

Fashion, Feature, Jewellery and Watches

Keeping time – Richard Mille, founder of the eponymous pioneering watch brand, talks us through the highs and hardships of pursuing his dream WHEN Frenchman Richard Mille decided to create his own luxury wat...

Front cover. Caviar Sturia's sturgeon farm

Glass journeys to Bordeaux to uncover the mysteries of caviar – and also enjoys a once-in-a-lifetime meal

Becky Zanker

August 25, 2016

Dining, Feature, France

CAVIAR is something one typically takes for granted – it’s there, at the Michelin-starred restaurants and Russian vodka bars, adding an indulgent and delicious flourish to clever dishes and canapés. We know wha...

New Looks – The changing face of Dior’s atelier

Livia Feltham

July 13, 2016

Fashion, Feature

In the beginning Monsieur Dior gave us light. Radiated via the luminous ivory silk of the structured jacket belonging to the iconic monochrome Bar suit that exemplified the French fashion designer’s iconic new ...

Chanel at the forefront at the 2016 Cannes Film Festival

Clara Virieux

May 16, 2016

Fashion, News

ONCE again, all eyes are on the French Riviera as the 69th edition of the legendary Cannes Film Festival takes place, and once again, Chanel is at the forefront of fashion thanks to the brand’s beautiful ambass...

Glass meets Rami Mekdachi of Lola James Harper – the Parisian polymath of perfume

Caroline Simpson

May 16, 2016

Beauty, Feature, Fragrance Picks

Glass meets Rami Mekdachi of Lola James Harper – the Parisian polymath of perfume RAMI Mekdachi is the polymath of perfume. With over 20 years as a perfumer and working with some of the world’s most exclusi...

From the Archive – Glass celebrates … Lanvin

Glass Archive

May 13, 2016

Archive, Fashion, Feature

LEGENDARY fashion house Lanvin bloomed from one mother’s love for her daughter. Since then, the rise and rise of Lanvin has encompassed some of the most celebrated collections and fragrances of the last century...

The Miramar Hotel and Spa hidden behind the local flora

Glass has a special rendezvous at the Tiara Miramar Beach Hotel and Spa on the French Riviera

Regner Ramos

April 4, 2016

Europe, Feature, France, Travel

AT JUST 40 kilometres from Nice and 10 from Cannes, surrounded by the majestic Esterel Mountains, lies the charming town of Theoule-sur-Mer. The town, dedicated to fishing, is home to the Tiara Miramar Beach Ho...

Louis XIII de Rémy Martin celebrates 100 Years: The Movie You Will Never See in London

Livia Feltham

February 4, 2016

Culture, Food & Drink, News

Last night in London’s Soho Louis XIII de Rémy Martin brandy exclusively unveiled 100 Years: The Movie You Will Never See, an innovative new cinematic project starring actor John Malkovich. The time-capsule sa...

Glass reviews The Suggestionists show by Jamie Hewlett

Katrina Mirpuri

January 5, 2016

Art, Feature

The graphic illustrator, Jamie Hewlett, who once heralded the dawn of post-Britpop in super group Gorillaz, returned in spectacular fashion with his first art exhibition at London’s Saatchi Gallery. Jamie Hewle...

Steinway & Sons collaborates with Lalique

Alexia Sakellariou

December 22, 2015

Beauty, Culture, Music, News

French luxury brand Lalique joins forces with innovative fine pianomakers Steinway & Sons for the production of Heliconia piano, following the example of many other talented designers and artists throughout...

Luxury leather brand Jitrois comes back with a revamped identity

Livia Feltham

November 26, 2015

Fashion, Feature, Shopping Guide

The brand behind the original stretch leather, Jitrois, is on the cusp of re-entering international markets in a big way, bringing designer leather to wider audiences across the world. Currently based in Par...

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