L'Artisan Parfumeur at Milan Design Week​

For Milan Design Week, L’Artisan Parfumeur transported the pétanque boules from the dappled village squares of the South of France to the vibrant heart of Milan. A cherished emblem of French art de vivre, the game captures the spirit of conviviality and the simple joy of shared moments. ​

Beneath the spring sunshine, guests gathered for a game of pétanque in a setting steeped in softness and refinement. Laughter and the gentle clink of boules floated through the air, mingling with delicate fragrance and the caress of a light breeze. ​

With L’Art du Jeu, L’Artisan Parfumeur invites us to slow down, to savour the beauty of the moment and the simple pleasure of play. A suspended interlude amid Milan’s lively rhythm, where elegance unfolds with effortless grace. ​

A moment for a game of pétanque​

At the heart of the event, pétanque offers a nod to tradition — a sun-drenched, beloved pastime woven into the collective memory. Yet far from cliché, it is reimagined here in a freer, more modern version of the game. ​

An approach that echoes that of L’Artisan Parfumeur: drawing on heritage to offer a contemporary perspective. From the captivating depth of Abyssae to the art of interior fragrance with the La Maison collection, each creation explores new ways to honour memory, materials, and sensation.

Milan Design Week 2025: Where the French art of living becomes a playground of style and sensibility​

This Milan edition celebrates creativity in all its forms, with a special focus on decoration and design — an ideal setting for L’Artisan Parfumeur to unveil the richness of its savoir-faire and its art of elevating interiors through refinement and scent. With the La Maison collection, the home becomes a space for subtle gestures, where sensory rituals and fragrance intertwine. ​

Among the pieces on display, La Boule d’Ambre perfectly embodies this vision. Inspired by decorative craftsmanship, this finely hand-pierced terracotta sphere diffuses its warm, enveloping scent in a continuous whisper. A contemplative object, poised between design and perfumery. ​