Lifestyle & Fashion
Some people rock our world what rocks theirs?
This series goes beyond fame to reveal the passions of celebrities on a mission to change the world.
In their own words, leading entertainers and artists tell us what inspires them.
LOVE IN THE CITY [4x52’]
Capital romancing
Our cities are made of stones, shaped by wars, emperors, or presidents, and designed for business, politics, or faith. But there might be another way to tell the story of our streets, buildings, and monuments.
Nowadays, lovers travel the world to share their love and thus create a new romantic topography of cities.
Our journeys show how love shapes the environment and what lovers need to know to prepare for the perfect romantic holiday in Paris, Mexico City, Rio, and New York.
# FRENCH VERSION [170x26’]
The French art-de-vivre
Fashion, design, gastronomy, the art of living...
In each episode, a guest and reports shine a light on France and its young creators as well as on swanky and trendy places.
BATA: A COBBLER CONQUERS THE WORLD 52’
Beyond shoemaking
The Bata corporation needs no introduction, this popular footwear brand can be found all around the world.
Shot in France, Brazil, India, Kenya, Zlín and Bratislava, this film tells the story of Tomáš Baťa, how he upended this industry and built an empire.
Beyond the shoe company, he used his fame and fortune to build towns and villages in many countries.
BEAUTY AND THE BEACH [20x52’]
Life changing cosmetic surgery in world-class accommodations
In Thailand, leading surgeons perform plastic surgery operations in world-class hospitals, and patients are pampered in luxurious five-star hotels.
In this series, we follow people determined to change their lives, taking all sorts of options.
These operations, long out of reach for the global masses, are now no longer the preserve of the rich and famous.
BECOMING CHANEL 52’
The story of a myth
Chanel's first outlet, established in 1910, was a hat shop. Indeed, Coco Chanel was forbidden to sell clothes there because a seamstress had her business at that same address.
Today, Chanel is one of the world's most famous luxury brands. It symbolizes high-end French fashion, and its international appeal has not wavered for over a century.
How did this woman, born at the end of the 19th century into an impoverished family, become this mythical figure?
BEHIND THE SCENES OF A PALACE: THE BRISTOL 45’
An unparalleled service
Standing tall amongst the very few palaces in Paris is the Bristol.
It has 200 rooms and suites and a 3-star restaurant headed by chef Eric Fréchon. Its 600 employees offer an unparalleled service for customers willing to pay up to 24,000 euros per night.
CHAMPS ELYSEES, THE AVENUE OF A THOUSAND SECRETS [7x52’]
Backstage and unknown places
Do you know everything about the Champs Elysées, the ultimate symbol of Paris?
Think again.
This series unveils the backstage and unknown places of the world's most famous avenue, showing the Champs Elysées as never seen before.
CHRISTIAN DIOR: THE REFINEMENT OF A LOST PARADISE 52’
The creator of the New Look
In 1947, an unknown becomes famous overnight in the fashion world.
Christian Dior has just invented the "New Look", a clothing line that gives a new shape to women. Within a decade, the designer will not only revolutionize fashion but also defines it up to today: the globalization of brands, supermodels...
For Christian Dior, everything is linked to his childhood in Granville, France. A lost paradise found in the garden and the house of his parents’ villa.
CRILLON (THE) 52’
The most mythical of Paris' palaces
Among the twelve palaces of Paris, the Crillon is one of the most legendary, with its windows overlooking the famous Place de la Concorde.
CRILLON, THE REVIVAL OF A PARISIAN PALACE 48’
A complete overhaul to offer the ultimate in luxury
On the Place de la Concorde in Paris, the Crillon is one of the most luxurious hotels in the world. The palace celebrates French civility and welcomes superstars such as Madonna or Mick Jagger.
Closed for 4 years for a complete overhaul, the establishment had lost ground to other Parisian palaces.
To return to the forefront, the Crillon 400 employees are working hard to make it a home away from home for its very demanding customers.
Also available as a 93'
DIOR, SECRETS OF A SHOW 40’
French luxury
One of the most glamorous events on the planet is probably the Dior show during Fashion Week in Paris.
But before the D-DAY (Dior Day), hundreds of people work their hardest for 2 months to prepare the event.
Models, dressmakers, technicians, all have a hand in perpetuating the tradition of French luxury.
FASHION WEEK UNDER THE EIFFEL TOWER 42’
A celebration of women
Every year, L'Oréal Paris organizes a fashion show on the forecourt of the Eiffel Tower, open to all, to celebrate women's emancipation, inclusiveness, and sisterhood.
HOMES OF BRAZIL [10x26’]
Welcome into my world
In Brazil, every city has its own atmosphere, style, and charm. You can visit all the landmarks you want but how often are you allowed to enter private homes? Who wouldn’t want to push open some of these closed doors to peek inside and discover firsthand what’s behind the façades?
HOMES OF BRAZIL is your key to these places. This beautifully shot series is a memorable encounter with passionate owners, talented architects, and creative craftsmen.
From modernist houses to colonial mansions, from the favelas to luxurious beach houses, from futurist Rio and Sao Paulo to laidback sea resort Paraty and the legendary Gold Route, this series is a unique mix of travel and architecture.
I LOVE MY BAG 52’
An iconic object
Dangling on women’s arms, ubiquitous in magazines and on catwalks, the handbag has come to define elegance. It also reflects the personality of its owner through what it holds and hides.
Through encounters with anonymous people or celebrities, this film attempts to pierce the souls of all those who loudly proclaim, "I love my bag".
It also tells how, over the centuries, the handbag has become this iconic object arousing an unreasonable, even irresistible, desire.
KAWAII ASIA [30x25’]
The cult of cute
This fashion & entertainment show, hosted by popular models, including Kumiko Funayama (a cover model for fashion magazines such as Popteen and With), brings you the latest news on Japan's "kawaii" culture.
LA MAMOUNIA THE GEM OF MARRAKESH 40’
The sweet life in Morocco
Morocco is synonymous with a gentle life.
Nothing epitomizes it more vividly than the Mamounia, a mythical hotel and a century-old institution in Marrakech facing the Atlas Mountains.
LUXURY REAL ESTATE 28’
Looking to upgrade
Luxury real estate is breaking all records in France. With the pandemic and the lockdowns, the place of residence has become more important than ever, and wealthy buyers are ready to invest to upgrade.
This trend is as true in the capital as it is in seaside resorts or in the countryside, as these destinations are also benefiting from the widespread adoption of remote working.
The battle is raging all the more as supply is falling while demand is rising.
MIGAKU HITO 47’
Polishing as an art
Unbeknownst to many, polishing is an art in Japan and is called Migaku.
Masters of this traditional craft share a sense of beauty and take pride in the happiness they bring to Migaku-related items.
Indeed, what emerges after polishing are things that shine, sparkle, and smiles, characteristics we witness through several encounters and testimonies.
OLIVIER ROUSTEING, THE YOUNG PRINCE OF BALMAIN 40’
A highly creative designer
During Paris Fashion Week, the Balmain show is the one not to be missed under any circumstances.
For the past 6 years, it has been orchestrated and designed by the young prodigy Olivier Rousteing. This highly talented and sensitive designer has succeeded in rejuvenating the old French fashion house.
For the first time, Olivier Rousteing allowed cameras to film his life at its most dramatic moment.
ORIENTAL EXPRESS: THE ULTIMATE TRAIN EXPERIENCE 48’
From Bangkok to Singapore in ultimate luxury
It is one of the most beautiful trains in the world.
The restored interior is decorated with superb teak marquetry and woodwork. The cabins, rather suites, compare favorably to those of the most luxurious palaces. The staff is ready to satisfy every need. A steward is at the disposal of a high-end clientele, 24 hours a day, throughout the duration of the trip. The refined menu is the work of a French chef.
An exceptional journey from Bangkok to Singapore into a world of luxury and comfort through breathtaking landscapes.
PACO RABANNE, A LIFE OF EXTRAVAGANCE 52’
A metallurgist for some and a visionary for others
A metallurgist to some, and a visionary to others, Paco Rabanne never left anyone indifferent. He retired from fashion in 1999 after more than thirty years of creativity and international fame.
Between extravagance and heritage, this film tells the incredible story of its creator.
PANAME [215x26’]
Unearthing the districts of Paris
This series explores a street or a micro-neighborhood of Paris by telling anecdotes, revealing secrets, and trading valuable tips.
One host meets the people who embody the soul of that neighborhood, unearthing amazing addresses and sneaking into places that are inaccessible to the public, while another tells the place's great and small history.
PARIS FASHION WEEK, THE NEW STARS 40’
The power of social networks
This year, the stars are not necessarily those you would expect. Indeed, today a new generation is gaining more influence in the fashion industry.
Celebrities are now bloggers who owe their fame to social networks.
PLEASURES [12x13’]
The matters of luxury
This series is a sensual tribute to these noble materials which, once worked and shaped by craftsmen of genius, give birth to unique objects that define luxury.
A journey to the heart of the matter and its sumptuous metamorphoses from materials as diverse as leather, silk, crystal, chocolate, flowers or precious stones.
ROSEWOOD, INSIDE THE WORLD'S CRAZIEST HOTEL 40’
Cidade Matarazzo, the future ideal city
In Brazil, a city like no other is being built. Connected, green, sustainable, responsible, and self-sufficient, Cidade Matarazzo could well become the ideal city.
The project was born out of Alexandre Allard's love affair with a former maternity hospital abandoned since 1933 and is part of São Paulo's historical heritage. He imagined a 5-hectare Eldorado that would unite several spaces: the first 6-star hotel in South America, a tower with ultra-luxury flats, a market, more than thirty restaurants, and a space dedicated to creativity and Brazilian art.
The buildings are taking shape thanks to internationally renowned architects Jean Nouvel and Rudy Ricciotti and star designer Philippe Starck.
SPA SEEKERS [10x26’]
Relax in style
With its exquisite taste and dedication to service, Asia has made spas an art form.
So when model and actress Jaymee Ong and her sister Lindsay start a quest to find the best spas in Asia, you know they’re in for a quite a challenge.
This series go to great length, from Indonesia to Maldives and from Thailand to Taiwan, with only one goal in mind: to find and present you the best spas in Asia.
THE N°5 WAR 52’
The whiff of a deadly duel
The story of the most famous perfume in the world is worthy of the best novels.
Since its truly revolutionary introduction, back in 1921, it has been wildly coveted. The financial battle it prompted took a whole new turn in 1940 when Coco Chanel, with the help of the Nazis occupying France, went to great lengths to get rid of her Jewish associates, the Wertheimer brothers.
The war they lead against each other started in the Roaring Twenties and went on during the German occupation. It involved the Parisian elite, Nazi spies, unscrupulous businessmen, double agents and brilliant perfume designers.
UNIQUE SPA [12x22’]
Access restricted
Japan is the land of hot springs and this series focuses on spas that are definitely not ordinary, like no changing rooms, or you have to clear the shrub, even having to build your own tub.
With these spas, access might be difficult but then the greater the joy of the soak where all aches and pains are washed away.
UP! ON THE GREEN ROOFS OF PARIS 52’
The secrets high above
This film is an exceptional journey to discover an unknown Paris where Mother Nature reigns; an expedition on the rooftops of the city which harbors amazing hanging gardens.
Strawberries grow on top of the Galeries Lafayette; vines on City Hall; vegetables on school roofs tended by students; hops on the BHV department store, and the Opéra Bastille will soon be offering beer to its visitors.
The rooftops of Paris have not revealed all their secrets yet.
VUITTON, BEHIND THE SCENES OF LUXURY’S MASTERMIND 62’
V.I.P. access
For the first time, the most popular French luxury brand gave access to its workshops, where its famous handbags are laser-cut, its flagship store on the Champs-Elysées (a historical monument dedicated to conspicuous consumption), the repair department (a kind of leather clinic) and the ultra-chic store in Tokyo.
This dazzling film offers a rare peek inside an institution in the luxury industry.
WORKSHOPS’ SECRETS 52’
Creativity, excellence and know-how
In art workshops' secret world, creativity combines excellence and know-how while respecting traditions.
Master craftsmen working for the most famous French luxury companies, such as Louis Vuitton, Chaumet in the Place Vendôme, or the Manufacture de Sèvres, use wood, glass, leather, or other exceptional materials.
They share with us their passion and the secrets of their art.