Wednesday, May 21, 2008

{lanvin lives}

Theatrical fixtures light a display window at the Paris boutique of Lanvin, renovated and expanded by Architecture & Associés.

Air from a fan lifts a satin dress from Spring/Summer 2008.

Custom steel-framed vitrines and oak paneling and flooring define ready-to-wear.

The label was founded by Jeanne Lanvin in 1889.

Clothing hangs on custom steel racks across from vitrines filled with accessories.

Mirror multiplies the oak banister staircase.

A limited-edition hand-painted porcelain figurine by Alber Elbaz.

A gilt-framed mirror.

Archival photographs.

A 1933 photograph of a Lanvin model hangs above the custom perfume counter.

Shoes fill a custom steel shelving unit.

The couture salon's desk is constructed from steel and enameled glass.

Source: Interior Design