Through the Lens of Anne & Valentin with Hugo House

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Hugo House, 1634 11th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122

Join us for a chic evening of French poetry, art, and worldclass artisanship with Parisian eyewear brand Anne & Valentin, in partnership with local literary arts nonprofit Hugo House!

Let yourself be swept up in the jazzy verses of Boris Vian, read in both French and English by our Executive Director Otilia Baraboi, and discover the visual arts and contemporary architecture that inspire Anne & Valentin's striking eyewear designs. From haute couture to eyewear, French design has long captivated the world with its blend of boldness, elegance, and savoir-faire — and you don't need to travel to have a taste of it all in the heart of Seattle!

Stay after the presentation for a lively reception, try on the frames, and immersed yourself in the art of living behind these exquisite French design makers.

Details:

Where: Hugo House, 1634 11th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122
When: Wednesday, August 26 from 6-8pm
Open to the public
Bilingual, primarily in English

This event is free. Register now, limited spaces available.


Program

  • 6:00pm Welcome & Event Begins
  • 6:10pm Bilingual readings of Boris Vian's works by Otilia Baraboi, executive director of the Alliance
  • 6:15pm Introduction to Anne & Valentin's brand muses
  • 6:30pm Reception & Frame Experience
    • Try on and explore frames inspired by French art, literature, architecture, and design
    • Meet Anne & Valentin experts and discover the stories behind the collections
  • 8:00pm Event Concludes

Discover the Brand Muses

Camille Walala

French multi-disciplinary designer Camille Walala is known for her direct, colorful graphic language. The limited edition WALALAND line, in collaboration with Anne & Valentin, reflects this expressive, singular style.

Boris Vian

French-born polymath Boris Vian is best known for his novels combining fine mastery, offbeat wit and accessibility.

Centre Pompidou

The Centre Pompidou in Paris is a unique cultural institution, a center for contemporary art and a national museum of modern art. The unique architecture is the inspiration behind the Mecanix Concept line.

Sonia Delaunay

Ukrainian-born French artist Sonia Delaunay pioneered Orphism, an art movement focusing on bright colors to create new shapes.



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