LANCEL: Objects of Desire for 150 Years

Join LANCEL and Rizzoli Bookstore for an evening celebrating 150 years of LANCEL and the anniversary book Objects of Desire, for 150 years.

Discover the Maison’s journey from its Parisian beginnings in 1876 to today through a conversation with Bénédicte Burguet, contributor to the book, and a journalist, and Dan Rubinstein exploring its iconic creations, archives and enduring creative spirit.

The evening will be followed by a 15-minute audience Q&A, a cocktail reception and book sales.

PLEASE NOTE: RSVPs are encouraged but not required. Seating is limited and will be first come, first served. Doors open at 5:30 pm.

About LANCEL

French Luxury for Every Moment in Life

Founded in 1876, LANCEL is an iconic French heritage Maison that combines heritage with modernity. Celebrating its 150th anniversary this year, the Maison continues to reinvent itself with boldness and elegance.

More than a leather goods brand, LANCEL is a lifestyle brand, a companion to everyday life and life’s special moments: birthdays, milestones, business, travel, and gifting.

Intergenerational and designed for both women and men, LANCEL embodies a refined yet accessible French Joie de Vivre.

Designed in Paris and crafted in Italy in exceptional ateliers, each piece reflects expert craftsmanship and lasting quality.

Rooted in French culture and open to the world, LANCEL is a living, evolving Maison, both local and international.

Bénédicte Burguet

A French journalist, author and consultant specialising in fashion, beauty and fine jewellery. After eleven years at Condé Nast, notably at Vanity Fair France, she now advises luxury houses on editorial strategy, image and storytelling.

Rubinstein is a journalist, author, and consultant based in New York specializing in design, art, travel, and culture.

“The Grand Tourist with Dan Rubinstein” podcast explores the greatest tastemakers in the world of luxury today, from world-class chefs to experimental architects.

In the show, Rubinstein uses his unique design lens to explore the worlds of fashion, art, interior design, travel, food, and culture. The program is available for download on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen.

Prior to the show, he was the Home & Design Director at Departures magazine, and was previously the Editor-in-Chief of the design magazine Surface. With more than 20 years of experience in media, he has contributed to publications such as The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Air Mail, Architectural Digest, and L’Officiel.