Showing posts with label France. Show all posts
Showing posts with label France. Show all posts

Anne Fontaine Foundation - Mata Atlantica

June 1, 2018



It is common knowledge that the preservation of forests is fundamental and essential for maintaining the climate on our planet. Scientists have proven
that global warming is a real threat as it becomes more intense. Reforestation is an essential way to aid in the regulation of rainfall and temperatures on Earth.


Brazilian fashion designer Anne Fontaine is doing her part to reforest and protect the Brazilian Atlantic Rainforest through her nonprofit foundation. She was born in Rio de Janeiro where she lived until she was twenty. She has always had deep concern and appreciation for the environment. At age seventeen the designer had the unique experience of living with the Canela tribe in the Amazon rainforest. As a result she came to realize the strong and vital interdependence between humanity and the forest.

In 2011, she created the Anne Fontaine Foundation. This organization "aims towards raising awareness about environmental issues through eco-friendly art  and fashion, having as a primary goal  the reforestation and protection of the Brazilian Atlantic Rainforest." The forest  is a narrow 'green' corridor extending from the northern coast of Brazil to Uruguay. Threatened by constant deforestation, it is now one of the most endangered forests in the world. In Brazil only about 15% of its original cover remains. It is  one of the most important biodiverse  places on Earth, hosting about 20,000 species of plants and 2300 animals species.

The Anne Fortaine Foundation has implemented several initiatives to save the forest.  In partnership with Instituto Terra, APNE, Instituto Floresta Viva,and New York Botanical Garden and Trees in Focus -2016, it replaces trees and organizes workshops to raise the awareness of local populations about forest preservation. The organization's goal is that by the year 2022, one hundred thousand trees will be planted throughout the rainforest. 

Every year during April the foundation celebrates Forest Day during which 50% of the sales from Anne Fontaine fashion stores is used to plant new trees.
This year the designer at the Boston store for the special day and she spoke about her foundation and its future projects.


Anne Fontaine Foundation


 Anne Fontaine SS2018 Collection 
 Anne Fontaine SS2018 Collection 
Anne Fontaine SS2018 Collection 
"I wish children could learn at school that forests are living Earth ecosystems belonging to the same system. This system serves as an environment regulator to maintain the balance of our planet and conditions conducive to life. I do not want to see these tropical trees uprooted. Future generations should be able to benefit from this wonder of nature. "Anne Fontaine

 Anne Fontaine 

Fahion and Luxury - Paris famous Galeries Lafayette

July 1, 2016




Celebrate Fourth of July in Paris at the Galeries Lafayette Haussmann department store
This magnificent flagship store first opened its doors in 1912 and has remained a family business for five generations. It has transcended time, war, and financial crisis to prove its unrivaled capacity for innovation. It is the second largest tourist attraction after the Eiffel Tower.
The Galeries Lafayette includes there buildings. The main building, Lafayette Coupole, houses designer collections, fashions for young people and children's clothing, cosmetics, jewelry and accessories, books, music, and electronics. Additionally, located in the Coupole are the Lafayette Marriage Boutique and a terrace on the top floor which provides stunning views of Paris and its monuments. Lafayette Homme connects to the Coupole through a covered passageway and features men's fashion and accessories. The third main building is Lafayette Maison which features the latest home furnishings and a gourmet food shop, Lafayette Gourmet.
The store offers many amenities including personalized English-speaking concierge service, private wifi access, and taxi reservations. There are a variety of cafes and restaurants located around the store.
Another point of interest is the Galeries des Galeries art gallery. Galeries des Galeries is a cultural space located on the first floor. The art gallery’s goal is to introduce Galeries Lafayette visitors to the emerging talents of both today and tomorrow. With four exhibitions a year, each showcasing both French and international design, the exhibition program aims to highlight the cross-over between fashion, fine art and design. These disciplines have always inspired Galeries Lafayette.

As part of the 4th of July celebration the store is offering a unique gift to its American customers. This gift includes two Seine River cruise tickets with a minimum in-store purchase, so if you are in Paris on July 4th, be sure to stop by the #galerieslafayette for a truly unique shopping experience.

Check it out the store website how to get your two tickets to this amazing cruise experience!

Seine River







Galeria Fotográfica - Foto do Dia - Evian - France

November 1, 2010

Photo Gallery - Photo of the Day





Lugar/Place: Wood Sculputure in front of Hotel Savoy - Evian
Cidade/Pais/City/Country: Evian (France)
Foto/Photo: Helena Martin