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Since its founding in 1764, Baccarat’s master craftsmen have been churning out timeless crystal-encrusted luxury goods for the blue blood set. A posh new flagship location in the upscale 16th arrondissement taps into that aristocratic heritage: housed in the former palace of society dame Marie-Laure de Noailles and revamped by the king of tongue-in-cheek avant-garde stylings, Philippe Starck, this elegant property showcases Baccarat’s sparkly designs in a regal, museum-like setting.

USE A PURCHASE FROM HERE FOR

Special occasion bling; a wedding gift; an heirloom investment piece

WHY WE LIKE IT

We are mega fans of the elegant cut glassware and interesting jewelry designs–they’re pleasingly classic yet contemporary, especially the funky cocktail rings.

GOOD TO KNOW

This new Baccarat property also houses a museum (Galerie-Musée Baccarat, which showcases some of Baccarat’s most breathtaking creations) and a swanky restaurant (Cristal Room Baccarat, which entertains the Paris elite with Michelin-rated fare). Baccarat’s lines are carried by top department stores around the world.

OTHER LOCATIONS

2nd Arr. (Paris); 8th Arr. (Paris); 17th Arr. - Hôtel Concorde (Paris); Moscow; other major cities worldwide

CLOSEST COMPS

Tiffany and Co. (New York); Asprey (London)

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