The Philippine Star

Lalique marks 130th anniversar­y with swallow-themed collection

- Lalique is available at Rustan’s Makati, Rustan’s ShangriLa, and Rustan’s Cebu. c‘est cebu honeY jARqUe loop

Lalique is often associated with crystal and glass, an honored tradition passed down with passion by French artists and craftsmen.

Founded in 1888 by French glass designer René Lalique, the lifestyle brand continues to thrive, pushing the limits of French flair and enduring as the ultimate symbol of French luxury.

To celebrate Lalique’s 130th anniversar­y, Rustan’s Cebu recently held a selling event featuring some of the pieces from the brand’s “Hirondelle­s” collection.

Through his work, René Lalique explored the decorative possibilit­ies of flora, fauna, and the female form. Among fauna, the swallow particular­ly inspired him, which he then made the centerpiec­e of many jewels and decorative objects.

With admiration and respect for this great artist, the brand reinterpre­ts the figure of the swallow which represents the beginning of spring and symbolizes happiness and freedom. Fashioned in satin-finished and re-polished crystal (emblematic of Lalique), the swallows are put together in a graphic play on repetition.

The precision of the design echoes the purity of crystal, fashioned by the hand of the best artisans from the crystal factory. Lalique exhibits its exceptiona­l skill in each creation. The halls of its ateliers resonate with a passion for craftsmans­hip, the love of beauty, and a devotion to excellence.

Flying in for the occasion was Lalique regional director for Southeast Asia and Oceania Daniel Ong. He was joined by Rustan’s Home division manager

Cecil Hermoso, Home events manager Malu Liu, and Rustan’s Cebu store manager Pepet Macachor. * * *

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Rustan’s Home division manager Cecil Hermoso; Lalique regional director for Southeast Asia and Oceania Daniel Ong, and Rustan’s Cebu store manager Pepet Macachor
 ??  ?? Rustan VP for store developmen­t and expansion Michael Huang at the Rustan's Makati launch
Rustan VP for store developmen­t and expansion Michael Huang at the Rustan's Makati launch
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Lalique marks its 130th anniversar­y with a swallowthe­med Hirondelle­s collection, including these wall sculptures in sapphire blue or clear crystal
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