Clément Delépine has left his role as director of Art Basel Paris for Lafayette Anticipations.
Clément Delépine has stepped down as director of Art Basel Paris to take the helm at Lafayette Anticipations, succeeding Rebecca Lamarche-Vadel. He assumes his new role on November 17, shortly after this year’s fair opens. Delépine brings experience from Paris Internationale, Bortolami Gallery, and the Swiss Institute, and will oversee Lafayette Anticipations’ high-profile exhibition program in its renovated Marais space. Art Basel has begun its search for a new director as Delépine prepares to guide the foundation into its next chapter.
Fukushima will soon house Japan’s first circular timber stadium.
Fukushima United FC has unveiled plans with Japanese architecture firm VUILD to build the country’s first circular timber stadium. Designed for 5,000 seats, the structure will use locally sourced wood and a modular framework that can be disassembled and reused. Inspired by the Shikinen Sengu ritual of renewal, the project emphasizes cycles of resources, community, and craftsmanship, with residents directly involved in construction and education programs. Climate-responsive design features, including rainwater collection and snow storage for summer cooling, position the stadium as both a hub for football and a model of sustainable regional recovery.
Yinka Ilori is the latest designer to reimagine Bloomingdale’s carousel.
Yinka Ilori has reimagined Bloomingdale’s 59th Street flagship with a floral-themed takeover for fall 2025, transforming the windows, façade, and interior spaces with his vibrant, playful aesthetic. Central to the installation is the “Cherish Your Magic” carousel pop-up, featuring sculptures and exclusive product collaborations, including Byredo perfumes, Augustinus Bader skincare, colorful knitwear, and a PlayStation capsule collection. Drawing on his Nigerian heritage and inspired by a Central Park flower garden, the project is infused with a sense of imagination and joy..
For wealthy travelers, tariffs are heightening the appeal of luxury goods smuggling.
Rising tariffs are making luxury goods smuggling increasingly appealing for wealthy U.S. travelers. High duties on items like French gowns, Swiss watches, and Italian leather create strong financial incentives to shop abroad and bypass customs. Historically, affluent Americans have used creative methods to evade tariffs, from hiding jewelry in clothing to layering garments, and experts say the risk-reward calculus favors such behavior today. While U.S. authorities are ramping up enforcement resources, most attention remains on corporate violations and illegal imports, leaving high-end personal goods a gray area for those willing to skirt the rules.
“Optimism”—and sales—characterize this year’s Armory Show.
The 2025 Armory Show kicked off with early sales and a positive mood among dealers. Galleries reported strong transactions across a mix of blue-chip and emerging artists, including new sectors highlighting design and Southern creators. Curated presentations drew attention to both established and up-and-coming voices, generating energy on the floor. Overall, the fair exuded optimism and renewed engagement from collectors.
Today’s attractive distractions:
Did you see U-Hauls in New York City this weekend? It could have been this art fair.
The White Louts will head to France next season.
In a tribute to men’s tennis GOAT Djokovic, Lacoste has reimagined its mascot.
Could you get past the door of these New York City hotspots?
