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At a private reception at Christie’s in New York on December 5th, Martine Assouline was awarded a Chevalier de la Légion D’Honneur. As the president of the American Society of the French Legion of Honor, Guy Wildenstein noted in his speech “It is often said that true leaders do not simply adapt to the times, they shape them.”    The prestigious medal awarded to Assouline’s Co-Founder and Editor-in-Chief, first created in 1802 by Napoleon Bonaparte, is the highest French order for military and civil merit.    Read more about the prestigious ceremony here https://lnkd.in/dwHamg8M Grande chancellerie de la Légion d'honneur

A tribute as timeless and impactful as Mr. Carter’s legendary career. ‘The Book Of HOV: A Tribute to JAY-Z’ details the pillars of Shawn Carter’s influence, from his artistry and craft to his entrepreneurship and activism. Spanning eight lyric-inspired chapters and featuring over 700 stunning images, the book is presented in the Ultimate Collection, an oversized tome, handcrafted and leather bound, encased in a debossed hardcover slipcase. The book is also rendered in a smaller Classic Edition, crafted with a hardcover adorned in white lettering and gilded blue pages. Available now at assouline.com and Assouline boutiques. Roc Nation

‘The Book of HOV: A Tribute to JAY-Z’ celebrates Shawn “JAY-Z” Carter’s status as a visionary and cultural icon. This new book honors his groundbreaking career and the first-of-its-kind immersive exhibit, ‘The Book Of HOV: A Tribute’, held at the Brooklyn Public Library in 2023. Rendered in the custom “JAY-Z blue” the book showcases the thousands of archived objects from every facet of JAY-Z’s professional life. Created in two sizes, the book is available for pre-order on assouline.com and Assouline boutiques ahead of its release on December 4th. Roc Nation https://lnkd.in/eDGPZYHg

‘The Book of HOV: A Tribute to JAY-Z’ celebrates Shawn “JAY-Z” Carter’s status as a visionary and cultural icon. This new book honors his groundbreaking career and the first-of-its-kind immersive exhibit, ‘The Book Of HOV: A Tribute’, held at the Brooklyn Public Library in 2023. Rendered in the custom “JAY-Z blue” the book showcases the thousands of archived objects from every facet of JAY-Z’s professional life. Created in two sizes, the book is available for pre-order on assouline.com and Assouline boutiques ahead of its release on December 4th. Roc Nation https://lnkd.in/eDGPZYHg

Unveiling Loro Piana: Master of Fibres, a story of inimitable craft. Master of Fibres is a book recounting the making of an iconic Maison – how it started as a wool-trading company and evolved into the destination for sophistication, excellence, and textile artisanship. Part of our Ultimate Collection, the handcrafted volume is released on the occasion of Loro Piana’s 100 years of heritage and stands as a signifier of luxury and sophistication, with words by Nicholas Foulkes. https://lnkd.in/dFsMhupg

Apple Music: 100 Best Albums celebrates Apple Music's inaugural list of the greatest records ever made. Spanning over 65 years and multiple genres, this book includes in-depth liner notes capturing each album's impact on music culture. Limited to 1,500 copies, this collector’s tome is housed in a sleek, translucent slipcase, hand-numbered, and features gold-edged pages. https://lnkd.in/evYQ4Juc

It is with great joy we announce the book ‘Last Heroes: 100 Moments of Olympics Legend’ won the Sport Book Prize Renaud de Larborderie at the prestigious SPORTEL Awards, awarded to Assouline and the authors Olivier Margot and Étienne Bonamy. Held in Monaco under the Honorary Presidency of H.S.H Prince Albert II, these awards are an international competition that recognize the most outstanding sports media of the year. https://lnkd.in/gVU6AKRv

Three new scented Travel Series candles have joined the Travel From Home Candle Collection. Indulge in Miami’s vibrant coastline, bask in the peaceful sunshine of St. Tropez, or envelope yourself in the rolling hills of Tuscany. Which destination will you explore first? https://lnkd.in/dTpYcETY

Assouline’s Corporate Gifting offering can be as bespoke and diverse as our collection of tomes and lifestyle products. This year, we're delighted to enhance our Corporate Gifting offering to include customizable options, such as custom jackets or foil stamping, allowing you to create bespoke gifts. From luxury coffee-table books, home fragrance or stylish library accessories, explore our selection by contacting corporategifting@assouline.com or visit https://lnkd.in/err9G-AA

As Assouline celebrates the 30 year mark, Prosper, Martine, and Alex Assouline sat down with The New York Times reporter Ruth La Ferla to discuss how the brand transformed the publishing industry, and its evolution into a lifestyle brand that meets culture and luxury. https://lnkd.in/eCT3MV39