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Tendance XXI

( Season 8 )
French creativity is booming in the fields of fashion, crafts, design, beauty and gastronomy. 'Tendance XXI' showcases a know-how that evolves in tune with the times, sometimes even anticipating them.

Commentary: Viviane Blassel.

Episodes

Episode
24
Azzedine Alaïa/vintage/Solenne Belloir, céramiste/Audrey Demarre, brodeuse
Azzedine Alaïa/vintage/Solenne Belloir, céramiste/Audrey Demarre, brodeuse
The Azzedine Alaïa Foundation invites us behind the scenes of the major couturier and his legend. All about the origins of the word "vintage". Between sculpture and minimalist design, an encounter with ceramic artist Solenne Belloir. Wearing the polo shirt. Audrey Demarre: from publisher to embroiderer, a successful career change.

Commentary by: Viviane Blassel.
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25
Dior croisière/Boutons de manches/Tuffery et Saint James/Sébastien Barbier
Dior croisière/Boutons de manches/Tuffery et Saint James/Sébastien Barbier
Cordovan hats, embroideries, fans, mantillas: Dior unpacks its cruise collection in Seville. The story of Napoleon's sleeve buttons. Atelier Tuffery and Saint James work together to relaunch an industry based on French expertise. How to wear thigh boots. Gilder and ornamentalist Sébastien Barbier gives yesterday's objects their original radiance.

Commentary by: Viviane Blassel.
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