Situated in one of the most prestigious shopping destinations in Paris and steeped in history, Luca Faloni is delighted to announce the arrival of its latest store fittingly located at 10 Place de la Madeleine in the city’s 8th Arrondissement. Resplendent in rich, historical architecture so unique to Paris, Place de la Madeleine is perhaps best known today, not only for its shopping but also for its richly diverse and specialist food offering.
Once the home of revered French novelist Marcel Proust, the focus of the area centres around the neo-classical architecture of the stunning Madeleine temple featuring Corinthian Columns, which according to Napoleon served as 'an expression of grandeur and immortal glory’.
Today this location serves as a key link within the city where walking is paramount. Surrounded by history and culture at every turn, a stroll along the River Seine, a visit to the Palace of Versailles, a ballet at the Opera Garnier or even a venture over to the cool hub of the Le Marais district is all achievable and the ideal starting point for a visit to this magical city.
Known to be the oldest patisserie in Paris, Stohrer is the perfect way to start your day in a shop founded by Nicholas Stohrer, who also supplied King Louis XV with pastries. Today the establishment is a historical site with a luxurious décor designed by Opéra Garnier decorator Paul Baudry.
The go-to for everything from sweet to savoury dishes, where everything is prepared in-house, Stohrer offers the very best in French pastries, from rum babas, through to vol-au-vents and suits d’amour, Stohrer sets the tone for an exceptional Parisian experience.
As you would expect, Paris is simply abundant with great places to eat including the historical Le Chardenoux bistro in the 11th featuring a menu of elevated French classics including foie gras, escargots and beef tartare set against the beautiful backdrop of an ornate Belle Époque interior complete with vintage tile floors and etched glass.
The restaurant’s centrepiece painted ceiling, designed by Swedish architect-designer Martin Brudnizki allows visitors to sit and lose themselves in the ambient, cosy atmosphere, while the summer terrace is the place to bathe in the sunshine.
A short distance from Café de Flore is the Galeries Dina Vierny, situated on Rue Jacob. If you are looking to add a bit of cultural sway to the visit, then there are a number of art galleries to give the Parisian experience complete authenticity.
Galerie Dina Vierny was founded more than 75 years ago by Dina Vierney, the muse of painter Aristide Maillol. It features electric modern art, including works from the School of Paris and Russian nonconformity.
Nothing says ‘Paris’ as much as a traditional café. In a city with perhaps the best collective of quick establishments to grab a coffee or a pastry, there can be no better place to stop off when walking the city.
Established in the 1880s Café de Flore is one of the oldest and most iconic cafés in Paris. A favourite spot for artists and intellectuals, the café, situated in the Saint Germain-des-Prés features an Art Deco interior and an elegant setting to enjoy classic French food and drink.
Once an area that served as the iron-clad market of Paris, Les Halles has evolved but maintains its vibrant energy. Alive with international visitors, shops, restaurants and bars, it is an area of Paris where you can add to a great mood and round off the perfect day.
Situated close to Le Centre Pompidou is the Sunset-Sunside Jazz Club on Rue Des Lombards. Split over two levels, the venue is well-known for its vibrant scene and features top-billed musicians and upcoming artists who provide an eclectic mix of styles. The venue has a cosy jazz club feel but encompasses a rich, cool Parisian vibe.
Located in the 16th Arrondissement, the Hotel Brach fuses a timeless style with modern Parisian energy. Featuring spacious rooms and terraced views over Paris, the hotel is renowned for its high-quality amenities. The on-site restaurant offers Mediterranean-inspired dishes and is the perfect destination for those seeking luxury and elegance all packed together in one.
The opening of Luca Faloni’s latest store in Paris signifies the brand’s presence in all four fashion capitals of the world including Milan, London and New York. Occupying an impressive two-storey location on the iconic Place de La Madeleine, the Paris store allows for a perfect presentation of the Luca Faloni Collection.
Offering a personal, elevated shopping experience, the Luca Faloni store offers a fully functioning bar on the first floor serving aperitivos every weekend in the relaxing lounge areas, designed to create that true ‘home-away-from-home’ feeling.
Celebrating the brand’s Italian heritage, every store is meticulously designed in collaboration with architects from Turin, Luca’s home city in Northern Italy. Whilst distinctly Italian in ambience, every Luca Faloni boutique also pays homage to the local area.
The Paris boutique takes inspiration from nearby landmarks the Eglise de la Madeleine and the Palace of Versailles, as white Carrara marble, Azul Calcite and Canaletto walnut feature throughout the interior. Mirrors have also been cleverly used to create unexpected visual effects and a bespoke brushed steel staircase seamlessly connects the two floors whilst also serving as a striking design feature.
