The ToolBox By Marion #30

(Photo: NYC, July 1, 2022)

Champagne Edition

If you want to spend a weekend, 2h drive from Paris for a retreat, go where I grew up : l'Aube.

Parc Naturel Régional de la Forêt d'Orient.

Hotel Domaine de la Forêt d'Orient un refuge.

Sur les traces des Templiers - Aube. For a very nice walk in the woods.

Le Belvédère à Mesnil St Père for a lovely diner by the lake.

Go to Montgueux for a Champagne tasting with Emmanuel, Jacques Lassaigne is my fav (now I really shared everything with you all...).

Aux crieurs de vin For an authentic diner in Troyes.

Parisian Bonus

Baca'v à Boulogne pour un délicieux diner entre gourmands.

Sgabetti in the 16e when you miss Italy.

For a Parisian breakfast with my Italian friends, Carette Place des Vosges

Un bon caviste dans son jus Rive Gauche comme on les aime : La dernière goutte

When you never have enough wine glasses at home as my partner Alex and you want to buy more : Lehmann Reims just opened a first boutique in Paris.

Japanese cantine for comfort food Rue Ste Anne Naniwa Ya.

Luxury & Fashion

Défilé Métiers d'Art Chanel 24/25 in Hangzhou.

Emilie Viargues, CEO de Christofle, Comment diriger une maison de luxe emblématique avec audace et modernité - The BoldWay Podcast. Emilie is an EMBA mate with who I had the chance to travel to China, lifelong learner, hard worker and risk taker - keep on inspiring us my friend !

Pierre Frey, la déco intérieure fa?on haute couture, Les échos.

Business

Quiet Quitting Is About Bad Bosses, Not Bad Employees, HBR "The most important factor is trust".

2024 Voice of Consumers China Report: How retailers and brands should reinvent their growth pathways amid unprecedented changes by PWC

Rencontre avec Sabrina Herlory, The Lily Barbery Podcast. On ne se lasse pas de suivre ses aventures professionnelles et philanthropiques, et en particulier le développement du business case Aroma-Zone

Leadership with Anna Wintour, Masterclass. Brillant. "Choose a boss, not a job. Learn, watch, work hard. Get off your phone and be inspired by the world. Be daring and take risks. Build a network of mentors. Be thoughtful when you ask for help."

Daigou : Not a new topic but I am always surprised to meet folks in the luxury industry not being familiar with this key dimension of the Chinese market. Hainan about to lose its duty-free sheen? By Jing Daily "China’s crackdown on ‘daigou’ activity and luxury brands’ strategic adjustments in Hainan’s duty-free market are reshaping cross-border shopping."

Case Study: Why MUJI has struggled in China, China Skinny

?Il n’y a personne pour nous protéger??: la génération sacrifiée des managers de 30-40 ans prise en tenaille entre les seniors et les vingtenaires, Madame Figaro. A good example of Leadership based on status vs. Leadership based on exemplarity.

Art

Notre Dame Résurrection, France Télévision - You know how I am obsessed with the preservation of the savoir-faire. Must seen, following all the experts and artists during 5 years, beautiful and moving.

Le Cercle de l’Art a pour vocation d’inciter les artistes plasticiennes e?mergentes francophones a? de?velopper leur carrie?re de manie?re autonome avec l'appui du collectif gra?ce a? un programme annuel d’accompagnement.

Travel

Alhambra, le trésor du dernier sultanat d'Espagne, Arte : Granada is always a good idea. (My Andalusian roots talking).

Good question: Traveling Light: How to Pack a Carry-On?, the NYT

Books

La Fille et le Dragon de Kubra Khademi et Nicole Lapierre : "Un témoignage graphique et littéraire unique sur l’invincibilité de l’art, une ode aux femmes, à la vie, à la liberté."

Les Femmes ne meurent pas par hasard, Anne Bouillon (BD) "Je ne défends plus les hommes. Leur violence, je n'en peux plus. Mais je veux vous raconter les femmes, celles qui viennent me trouver dans mon cabinet, celles qui veulent échapper à leurs oppresseurs, celles qui demandent justice. Je plaide pour elles."

Shiki, 4 saisons au Japon, by Rosalie Stroesser (BD) ? Comment raconter en quelques phrases cette année si dense ? Comment expliquer cette relation particulière, toute en contradictions, que j’ai développée avec le Japon ? Ce mélange incohérent d’attirance et de rejet ? ? I could have used the same words about my experience in Italy.

The 10 best books of 2024, The NYT

Gift ideas

Equisland, le bomboléo familial 2 jeux en 1, La Maison du Billard - Games to spend time together during the holiday season.

The ultimate gift guide by Cabana.

Claudio's Beauty product of the week

Moroccanoil Treatment Original: "A true pioneer in hair care, this iconic oil quickly became a cult favorite and continues to be a must-have for many people. Versatile and effective, it suits all hair types, but its rich, thick texture is especially beneficial for those with dry or damaged hair. Enriched with nourishing argan oil, it delivers a radiant shine, softens strands, and helps tame frizz. While it’s not a targeted treatment for specific concerns, it’s an excellent starting point for anyone new to hair care or seeking a reliable staple to elevate their routine."

Movie

La meglio gioventù, diretto da Marco Tullio Giordana. After 2 years in Rome, I am watching Italian movies with fresh eyes. Thanks again to all my roman friends who help me decode what was not visible but makes the Italian culture so unique .... and Italian movies so real.

Give Back

World vision. My friend Charlotte has been appointed to the board of the French chapter and put this NGO in my radar. "Building relationships. Listening. Planning and working alongside local leaders. Together, finding solutions that will change the future for children."

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"Heureux celui qui sait prendre son temps pour aller plus vite"