Happy Birthday Lanvin! (Paris, France)


Some might already know that Lanvin recently celebrated its 120th birthday. Late last year a special invite-only event marked the occasion, with Alber Elbaz unveiling some of the first pieces he designed as a tribute to Jeanne Lanvin, who back in 1889 moved into the 22 rue Saint Faubourg-Honore location (where the women's flagship still remains today) and opened her business as a milliner. The commemorative items include everything from canvas totes, t-shirts, special edition Lanvin dolls and other cute pieces such as pens, fans or umbrellas - all illustrated by Elbaz of course. But nothing would be complete without special windows in the flagship where it all started.

As usual Elbaz has gone all out and these windows not only show the usual whimsical side of fashion he's so fond of, but are a bit more eye-catching than usual thanks to the neon lights which either spell out words or take the shape of certain accessories. Aside from that, I adored the extra bling given to the mannequins' faces, so this post will be a little more image-heavy than usual, as I tried to capture all the details. If you missed any of the previous Lanvin windows, go here. As usual, any images can be enlarged by clicking on them.

Lanvin Homme

lanvin paris boutique windowlanvin paris store windowlanvin paris 120 anniversarylanvin paris boutique windowThe two main windows of Lanvin Homme and some details of their faces which are embellished with crystals.

lanvin paris boutique windowlanvin paris boutique windowlanvin paris boutique windowThe side windows with more partying mannequins.

lanvin paris boutique windowStill life in a window...

Lanvin Femme

lanvin paris boutique windowlanvin paris boutique windowMain window: mannequins celebrating in style.

lanvin paris boutique windowThe lady in the heart, looking equally chic.

lanvin paris boutique windowlanvin paris boutique windowlanvin paris boutique windowThe 'Happy 120' window had a mannequin with the prettiest make-up and a lot of the special edition gifts, including Lanvin dolls, notebooks, cards, totes and snow globes.

lanvin paris boutique windowlanvin paris boutique windowStrike a pose... with a neon and a Lanvin shoe.

lanvin paris boutique windowlanvin paris boutique windowGotta love those fake lashes...

lanvin paris boutique windowlanvin paris boutique windowA lady holding her (illuminated) Lanvin gifts...

lanvin paris boutique windowlanvin paris boutique windowThe necklace was supposed to be illuminated by a neon version as well, but both times I went the lights were out.

lanvin 120 anniversaryA selection of the 'Happy 120' Lanvin items ranging from dolls to pencils to bags. Available from all Lanvin stockists or online via retailers such as Matches, Browns or Colette.

67 comments:

  1. lanvin window displays are THE BEST! elbaz knocked this one OUT OF THE PARK! rad!!!

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  2. wow so beautiful!! How're you?? hope everything is great, I'm having by blog bday check the new giveaway :))

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  3. Maybe it's sad, but I would be happy just to get even an empty Lanvin box. Such a pretty shade of blue, they looks pretty in those window displays with all the different ribbon colors.

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  4. Oh what a funny coincidence!
    When I was for a short trip in Paris I also took a few photos of these wonderful Lanvin windows ;)
    To see everything especially in the dark with all the lights is so nice to see!
    Love especially all the eyecatching "Make Up"!!!

    Unfortunately I was not able to get inside as the store was already closed, same on sunday ... ;( Aaahh ;)

    Good Night & Sweet Dreams!
    Bonnuit!

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  5. What stunning windows! Lanvin is my favourite! I recently got a Happy 120 Lanvin umbrella. I love it so much! Great blog!

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  6. I'm so in love with this display - it might be one of my favorites ever. The neon lights are such a great contrast to the soft Lanvin pieces. I especially love the bowtie in lights!

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  7. What a wonderful tribute. Happy, Happy Birthday Lanvin! These window displays are just fabulous!! :)

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  8. Woohoo, I can finally comment!
    Sheesh...darn Blogger bugging out.

    I love Lanvin windows as is. Add some bling and whoa, love even more. I especially love the lady in blue/violet with the amazing lashes. I'd have so much fun in that window. Reminds me of when I worked retail back in High School, at the mall. People walking by actually thought I was a mannequin...14 years later and I still not sure how I should take that, LOL.
    xo
    p.s. Thanks for answering my Q :) Yeah, it's tough going to restos, some in Toronto can get quite snooty when they find out we don't drink. Ah well, c'est la vie.

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  9. The faces on those mannequins are so perfectly Lanvin. Love it.

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  10. love it!
    awesome photos, fantastic inspiration
    happy birthday to lanvin!
    thanks for sharing as always
    and thanks for your sweet comment, i really do appreciate it!

    -cma
    COSMICaroline.blogspot.com

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  11. Great post! Lanvin windows are always so fun and whimsical.

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  12. The window displays are just so creative and unique, which I love. The details on the faces are amazing! Hope you are having a great week!

    xo
    Rachel

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  13. Ah, so much fun! Personally, I love the Rue Saint Faubourg-Honore, even if Parisiens sometimes sniff at it.

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  14. wow, i'm amazed by these window displays!

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  15. I found Prague extremely unique and completely different from Florence. (I have never been to Paris) Since Prague was under the Communist rule until fairly recently, it was kept virtually untouched by the modern world for many years and so to me it felt like stepping back in time.

    I can see your point however, when one travels throughout Europe there are definitely similarites. The bridges and the cobblestones are generally everywhere it seems! :)

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  16. I so adore lanvin and these pictures have just cemented my love even more!
    Great post!

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  17. Love the window displays and the Happy 120 items are soo cute!

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  18. Happy Birthday indeed!Thank you for sharing the pictures of new window displays at Lanvin. I have to say that I am absolutely in love with his new Collection and treated myself to a new Lanvin doll (the one that is jumping out of the cake :-)) Just wish I could be back in London or Paris to stop by Lanvin store.Wishing you the very fabulous Tuesday. :-)

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  19. Happy tuesday to you!
    Had to smile about your comment... see us already in the night in the Lanvin store, do you think we could do a post about it ?;)
    We could write a letter to Monsieur Elbaz and put it in the little "cash desk room" ;)

    The temperatures here are unbelievable!! The street here is once frozen surface and so are most of the other streets, too. The city has not enough salt ... and the temperatures are going more down over the night...

    Have a relaxing evening in Paris!!!

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  20. He does such an amazing job with those windows! They are over the top and that is why they are so fun to look at. It would be cool to sit and watch him actually set it up:)

    Hope all is well in Paris!

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  21. Happy Bday Lanvin!

    I need the Lanvin doll or anything! NOW! Hihi! :-)

    P.S.: ♥Please don't forget to join the Gypsy Warrior Brand's giveaway!♥

    Good luck!


    X♥X♥

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  22. The bday is only the cherry on the top of the cake, I love every store!

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  23. yay for lanvin, i love the chaotic nature of these displays. i would especially love one of the figurines.

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  24. 100% of the images from Lanvin Femme had me swooning. Chaos & madness, I would be in there in a flash.

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  25. omg those lights are such a creative addition to the display! They are definitely eye catching. I love the one where the guy is falling down to a pile of boxes hehe

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  26. Oh how wonderful ~ thank you.
    I loved seeing the 120 Happy Birthday for Lanvin.
    The window displays are fabulous and fun.
    Love the clothes, mannequins and all the beautiful wares.

    I hope that you are having a wonderful week
    Hugs
    Carolyn

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  27. It looks like a masterpiece of art!! Amazing display!! I love Lanvin!! xoxoxo

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  28. c'est drole quand même ces vitrines....
    mais j'arrive pas à savoir si j'aime ou si j'aime pas....

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  29. This is an absolutely fabulous post!! I love all your pictures. All the pieces in Lanvin to me are pure magically and gorgeous. Thanks for sharing!

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  30. I want to party with those manniquins!

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  31. Would love to own any of the 120 commemorative items but I think I could only afford the stamps, haha. Are the Lanvin stamps already available, do you know? I'm asking a friend to buy me a set!

    Nice post, as always. You're our eyes & ears to anything Parisienne chic!

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  32. aw, those birthday items are super cute and happy! i want the tee and tote. perfect perk-me-ups.

    love the girliness and spirit of the femme displays - only a girl (like the one in the green dress) could tilt back and kick her leg so high like that.

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  33. They really do a good job with their windows!

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  34. Sweet sweet windows! Can't stop loving this brand!
    In response to your question: yes it is her in the picture!

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  35. i absolutely love the visual merchandising!

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  36. wow, the window display is so fun and youthful! I love it.

    xx,
    betz
    http://herarmoire.blogspot.com

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  37. Best windows by far...
    They always tell a story*°*°
    Luv it*°*° great post

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  38. Wow! I didn't know that Lanvin had been around for 120 years ~ incredible!
    Gorgeous pics, darling!

    xoxox,
    CC

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  39. I do love Lanvin, so femenine! One of my fav!


    xoxo

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  40. So festive chic the collection, Lanvin is so chic..always!
    I love the 'panama hat', it is at my wish list for years!

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  41. Great post and Happy Birthday to Lanvin!! Those window displays are so stylish, chic and whimsical, very inventive and inspirational!! Have a great week ahead!

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  42. love those window displays!

    I've recently started a fashion blog and would love it if you dropped by/exchanged links with me.

    <3

    http://diyainherstilettos.blogspot.com/

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  43. i always love their displays, so much energy and fun:) this one is no different, i love all the lights!

    xx raez

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  44. Lanvin...be still my heart. Amazed, as usual.

    DUDE what are you emailing me?! :)

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  45. Ooooh! What would we do without Lanvin!

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  46. Gorgeous displays. Lanvin has always been a favorite of mine to watch; on the runway and on the red carpet, his dressess are so elegant and modern.
    -Marz

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  47. wow that window display is having a grand ol' time celebrating lanvin's birthday. wish i was invited to the party ;)

    great photos lady, per usual. and happy birthday lanvin!

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  48. Elegant and whimsical - so it can be done! Great post, really enjoyed all the candid photos of the mannequins!
    XOXOX
    Libby
    http://fashionconfectionairy.weebly.com

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  49. I guess nothing can beat a quirky combination of fashion and sense-of-humor. And Lanvin displays what the two can achieve together. The bling details on the mannequins are superb. Love the details... they make you look twice and smile.

    Loved the post. Thanks for sharing.

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  50. Thanks for your comment! =)
    I love Jeanne Lanvin's designs,and Alber Elbaz does it really great too.
    xx

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  51. wuau, what a nice Lavin windows. Thanks for the comments in my blog. You are so nice. Kiss. Stella

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  52. happy birthday lanvin!!! such pretty displays!

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  53. This window display is intense is the most fabulous ways!

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  54. Oh wow, those shop windows are absolutely stunning. I so love when they tell a story. I think I am a little shop window addict :)
    *Nathalie

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  55. The windows of lanvin are really cool. Happy birthday to the brand! Amazing post.

    -The Trendy Fashionista
    http://thetrendyfashionista.blogspot.com

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  56. oh wow! this is great!
    the window display is uber cool!
    xoxo

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  57. oh I love Lanvin! unfortunately, I don't own anything from them... I almost won a pair of gorgeous platform sandals once on e-bay- does that count? :)))
    I always love their shop windows, but these are incredibly gorgeous!
    have a sweet day, darling!
    xoxo

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  58. Happy Birthday Lanvin =) The windows are all so gorgeous!!

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  59. omgg you're right Kesha does remind me of Courtenay Love! They both look like messes!!

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  60. this is beatiful-happy bday! I think she would love Alber xx

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  61. Lanvin is fabulous! Great, great photos! And I want those bags so badly :-)

    Happy Birthday Lanvin!

    Hope you having a great week, cheers: Evi

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  62. What a creative window display! Inspiring and fun!

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  63. Like!!!
    So adorable and creative:)

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  64. i love the window displays!!! so much color and festivity! too bad more stores don't put that much creativity into their displays.
    xoxo alison

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