Galeries Lafayette brings the Matter and Shape design fair to the public

What: The Matter and Shape design fair has joined Galeries Lafayette, showcasing contemporary designers until January 6, 2025.

Why it is important: This collaboration between Galeries Lafayette and the Matter and Shape fair marks a unique opportunity for the public to experience high-end contemporary design, traditionally reserved for industry professionals, in one of Paris' most iconic retail spaces.

Galeries Lafayette is hosting the Matter and Shape design fair, organised by WSN Développement, from now until January 6, 2025. This event, previously exclusive to professionals during Paris Fashion Week, is now open to the general public. Located on the second floor of the department store, alongside renowned fashion brands like Rabanne and Jacquemus, the fair features a curated selection of 15 contemporary designers. These include BD Barcelona, Bocci, and sacai x Astier De Villatte, offering a diverse range of products such as silver cutlery from Copenhagen, marble trays from Italy, and blown glass vases from Canada. This initiative highlights a growing trend of blending business-to-business (B2B) and business-to-consumer (B2C) experiences in the retail space.