Combining shopping time with artistic experience

  Famed manufacturer of luxury goods: Hèrmes of Paris opened an exhibition in Grand Palais museum on 8th of November. Leïla Menchari is the creator of eight window displays which show high-end products against incredible backgrounds. Her works of art are not for sale and the whole exhibition is free. Each window presents a different story, environment or culture. Also, a very original perspective that is encouraging us to think out of the box. As we delight in the imaginary world of arts, our mind is no longer focused on the price of the product but certainly on its look and the way it makes us feel, which might be crucial especially when it comes to Hèrmes's price point. 

 For me, it's a wonderful combination! I actually do enjoy shopping (unlike my mum, sister or even friends) and of course, I love art. In addition, these masterpieces can't be purchased what makes them even more special, I think. However, lower quality products from brands for example owned by Inditex, shouldn't participate in this idea. Art is a high-level sphere where polyester and stolen ideas from authentic designers don't belong. It's only my opinion but we shall not forget that the Hèrmes exhibition is free and we don't have to spend thousands of euros to see it. 

Here are some pictures: 

And the link:
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/11/10/style/hermes-windows-grand-palais-leila-menchari.html?rref=collection%2Fsectioncollection%2Fdesign&action=click&contentCollection=design&region=stream&module=stream_unit&version=latest&contentPlacement=6&pgtype=sectionfront