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and coloured bedlinens – taking inspiration from impressionist artists – which became an instant success. Today the brand is still one of the most successful French linen companies, with stores worldwide, including on Paris’s rue du Boccador. This year sees the introduction of the new Haute Couture Linen collection, which stays true to the founder’s initial influences. Linens feature impressionistinspired floral scenes, art deco patterns, bold graphic motifs and intricate embroidery detail, all made to the impeccable standards for which the brand is known. Frette – founded in Grenoble in 1860 before relocating to Italy five years later – is another leading linen specialist. The brand’s
skilled artisans, based in northern Italy, produce all of its linens from the finest fibres. Discover its latest collection at the Frette boutique on rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré: the Golden Deco range is inspired by the artistic spirit of the first half of the 20th century, the time of the Great Gatsby and the opulence of the art deco era. With textures and embellishments reminiscent of art deco architecture, geometric shapes and abstract graphics, as well as touches of floral motifs and embroidered pearl, the collection recalls the spirit and glamour of the 1920s, bringing the indulgent luxury of the era into the modern bedroom. Paris is home to brands and craftspeople who offer products that can transform even
Above (clockwise from top right): D Porthault Haute Couture Linen collection; Frette cushion and linen from the Golden Deco collection; the brand’s boutique
PHOTOS: (TOP LEFT) ELI.ALAIN@WANADOO.FR ; (TOP RIGHT) DPORTHAULT.FR
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