Dedicated followers of fashion • August 2015
Style on the French Riviera
There’s more to French Riviera fashion than gala dresses and James Bond tuxedos. Kevin Hin, author of the French Riviera Blog, digs deeper to uncover the best that Nice and Monaco have to offer
Albert Arts, Nice
Albert Goldberg, son of local veteran tailor Jean Goldberg [see Façonnable below], is very active in Nice’s fashion scene. At Albert Arts, his boutique for men, you’ll find beautifully tailored clothes for every occasion. Choose from 800 fabrics to create a bespoke suit, or elevate your weekend wear with a cashmere jumper. Albert Arts is also known for jeans with the Union Jack logo – after all, the store is on the Promenade des Anglais.
Façonnable, Nice
International men’s brand Façonnable started life in Jean Goldberg’s workshop on Rue Paradis, Nice in 1950. It quickly became known as an epicentre of chic, with Hollywood stars including Cary Grant and Tony Curtis wearing Goldberg’s designs. The modern store stands in the same location and remains the best place to find a shirt or suit, but you can now also find sunglasses, watches and a women’s line.
Espace Harroch, Nice
The three floors of Espace Harroch are ideal for stylish couples. Men can indulge in bright, modern suits and shirts by Paul Smith and Helmut Lang, while ladies can pick up designs by Balenciaga, Missoni and Golden Goose. There’s also a stylish home furnishings department and a basement café.
K11 Concept Store, Monaco
Looking for quirky yet classy gifts? Hop over to Monte Carlo and discover the K11 Concept Store. It’s a haven for well-made curiosities, including rare hand-woven shawls by Lemlem, Munio Candela scented candles and organic toiletries.
APM Monaco, Monaco and Nice
One of the most exciting young jewellery brands is APM Monaco. It has regular arrivals tied to the latest trends – pick up casual Ete earrings for the beach or a beautiful ‘festival’ bangle for an elegant dinner.
Fashion for Floors, Monaco
If a well-dressed home is important to you, head to Fashion for Floors, the brand that creates luxury carpets for the smartest of living rooms. They grace the palaces of several heads of state, including that of Prince Albert of Monaco.
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