Louis Vuitton's Vivienne Collection Gets a Fresh Update
Safe Word is a new series highlighting the latest trends in the jewelry market, keeping you up-to-date on all things that sparkle and shine.A new month brings fresh jewelry news. June marks the official start of summer—ushering in vacation-ready pieces and beachside glamour. First up, Louis Vuitton expands its iconic Vivienne collection with three new pieces and Van Cleef & Arpels takes us on a space expedition at the American Museum of Natural History. For the rest of the month, we've got you covered on all the jewelry-related happenings worth knowing about.
Louis Vuitton has unveiled new additions to its Vivienne collection, perfectly timed for a whimsical summer escape. In case you're not familiar, Vivienne, the beloved mascot of the house, embodies its signature blend of playful charm, expert craftsmanship, and timeless elegance.
As part of its ongoing partnership with the American Museum of Natural History (AMNH), Van Cleef & Arpels is sponsoring a space show at the Hayden Planetarium: 'Encounters in the Milky Way,' narrated by none other than Pedro Pascal. Premiering on June 9, this immersive experience celebrates the 25th anniversary of the museum's Rose Center for Earth and Space, and draws on groundbreaking astronomical discoveries from the past century with academic contributions from more than 20 leading institutions.
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