From Page to Parfum: Assouline’s Library Gets Scented and Styled

Let’s be honest—Assouline has never been just about books. They’ve been about book moments. Those oversized tomes, immaculately printed and spine-tinglingly tactile, were always meant to do more than inform—they were meant to inhabit. Your coffee table. Your private jet. Your impossibly chic Parisian study. Now, Assouline is doubling down on that fantasy, launching The … Read more

Books, Beats, and Bites: Luxury Publisher’s Luxe Riyadh Debut

Cultural Chic: Maison Assouline Opens Doors in Saudi Arabia. In November 2024, Assouline, the esteemed French luxury publisher, unveiled its first Middle Eastern flagship store in Riyadh’s Bujairi Terrace. This two-story boutique is more than a bookstore; it’s a cultural haven featuring a restaurant, a piano bar, and a curated selection of Assouline’s renowned publications, … Read more

Luxury Always Lands on Its Feet: How the Industry Reinvents Itself with Style and Grace

Luxury’s Latest Moves: A Roundup of Glitz, Innovation, and Influence. From Assouline’s literary foray in Saudi Arabia to Baccarat’s fiery elemental designs, the luxury industry is a masterclass in adaptability. With sustainability, cultural collaborations, and digital transformation at the forefront, these developments not only reflect changing consumer values but also shape the future of luxury … Read more

2020 Christmas Book: What luxury gifting means in a year unlike any other

  It’s that magical time of year when luxury retailers unveil the world’s most imaginative & exclusive gifts. The 94th edition of the iconic Neiman Marcus Christmas Book: 400 extraordinary holiday gifts for everyone on the wish list. Neiman Marcus unveiled the 2020 Christmas Book, a curated selection of over 400 extraordinary holiday gifts for … Read more

60 years of Inspiration: The number one fashion doll in the world celebrates a milestone birthday

      Established March 9, 1959, Barbie arrived on the scene and took the world by storm. A new Assouline coffee table book celebrates Barbie’s key moments from the past six decades. For 60 years, Barbie has been inspiring girls to be anything. From princess to president, astronaut to zoologist, there isn’t a plastic … Read more

Alaïa Collector’s Book – an in-depth view of the secret alchemy that goes into a fashion show

A faithful mirror, Alaïa Collector’s Book reflects the intense and magnificent work of artist Azzedine Alaïa. Limited edition of only 50 copies in luxury black leather case. Sold exclusively at Assouline Boutiques. For over 35 years, Prosper Assouline, the founder of luxury publisher Assouline Publishing, and late fashion designer Azzedine Alaia (26 February 1935 – 18 … Read more