Makers Paris

About this book

Meet the extraordinary community of artisans and creative entrepreneurs making their mark on Paris today. This inspirational guide introduces you to the locals behind thirty-five of Pariss unique shops studios and more. Through beautifully illustrated spreads immerse yourself in the daily practices of diverse creatives including fashion designer Isabel Marant; baker Apollonia Poilne whose sourdough loaves are the toast of the city; fourth-generation art supplier Sophie Sennelier; Palais-Royal shoe designer Pierre Hardy; jet-setting street artist and hotelier Andr Saraiva; bookseller Sylvia Whitman who continues her fathers literary heritage with flair; French cocktail expert Franck Audoux; the duo behind ecological sneaker brand Vja; the inventor of the bistronomy movement Yves Camdeborde; plus a host of chocolatiers florists cheesemakers patissiers stationers and more. Each maker links to the next with a personal introduction that adds insight to how these interconnected communities thrive and grow together. Youll get to know each maker--their tools practices passions histories inspirations and work environments. Makers Paris takes you inside their businesses to show you how they invent craft and sell their wares and demonstrates in the process how each makers own passions and talents splendidly intersect with their citys hunger for quality style and substance. Whether youre planning a trip to Paris looking for inspiration or just wondering whats hot in the City of Lights this thrilling tour will leave you inspired satisfied...and hungry for more.