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Brigitte Macron wears earrings from the Quebec brand Scaro

France’s first lady, Brigitte Macron, wore Quebec brand Scaro earrings on Wednesday at the launch of the magazine conference at the Élysée palace. She from around the world where 45 countries were represented. ” It is fabulous ! It is a gift offered to him by Isabelle Brais [la femme de François Legault] during the Biennale des Métiers d’Art in Paris where Quebec was honored from June 7 to 11″, explains in an interview Caroline Arbour, jeweler and founder of Scaro, who designs and manufactures all her jewelry in her workshop in Amos, in Abitibi.

“I met Isabelle Brais at the Montreal Crafts Fair last winter thanks to my friend Lolitta Dandoy, fashion spokesperson for the crafts fair. Then, a few weeks ago, I was contacted since Isabelle Brais chose to offer the Regard earrings in sterling silver made with real beetle elytra, which makes the color unique,” ​​explains Caroline Arbor. . It turns out that Brigitte Macron had offered a bracelet (Hermès) to Isabelle Brais during her last visit and the latter wanted to offer her a Quebec creation.

“I never thought Brigitte Macron would wear the earrings to a fashion event. And it was she who mentioned to the team the Elle Quebec present on site that her earrings came from Quebec! It’s crazy ! Me who lives in Abitibi,” exclaims Caroline Arbour.

Sophie Banford, magazine editor Elle Quebec And She Canada, was on site at the Élysée. She says that it was when she introduced herself that Brigitte Macron, very spontaneously, said: “I am wearing Quebec earrings offered by Isabelle Brais! “She looked very proud to wear them,” says Sophie Banford, who took a photo of the first lady for an Instagram post.

Jeweler Caroline Arbor thinks Brigitte Macron must have appreciated the symbolism of the beetle, her favorite insect, at the heart of all her creations. “The beetle has been a lucky charm for 20 years. It symbolizes inner strength. Its shell serves as protection and gives courage, which Brigitte Macron needs in politics! »

To do like Barbie

What if we wore Barbie-style shoes? Waiting for the movie to come out Barbie, on July 21, Aldo launches Barbie x Aldo, a limited edition collection of shoes, handbags and accessories in collaboration with Mattel. In this collection made up of 19 pieces, we recognize Barbie’s style well: it’s playful, it’s pink, and it shines! Some pumps have towering heels, but there are sandals and mules with sparkly hearts and even a pair of white sneakers with rhinestones, because Barbie needs comfort too! Handbags with gold charms are fun, as are those adorned with rhinestones. On the jewelry side, there are the heart-shaped earrings with the Barbie logo that sparkle just like the chain with the pendant. One thing is certain, with this style, you will not go unnoticed!

In store and online

Olivia Levy, The Press

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The season to rediscover Yves Rocher

Yves Rocher is one of those brands that we no longer see. Or that we look down, it depends. Those who do not give into luxury and do not follow fashions. They have always been there – the house was founded in 1960, in France. And seems frozen in time…

And yet, he was avant-garde, this good Mr. Rocher, when he decided to work with plants for his products, refusing to add synthetic products and betting on an affordable line. It would be a bit crazy to look up to this today – unless you make your own products!

Here are two to put in your travel bag for the summer: the rinsing vinegar (frankly, bought out of curiosity…) made with raspberry vinegar and which is good for the hair after the day at the beach – or simply at the sun ! The invigorating effect is immediate!

Rose oil is also perfect after the sunny day, especially since it is not greasy and leaves the skin hydrated with this glow perfect for 5 to 7. A little spritz with that?

Vinegar rinse, shine, 150 ml, $19.95

Oil Oléo, rose infusion, 30 ml, $37.50

In Yves Rocher stores and online

Stephanie Berube, The Press

For a subtle almond scent

This delicious new almond mist from L’Occitane en Provence is a real discovery. We tell ourselves that we don’t really need this light moisturizing mist, but we can’t live without it! At any time of the day, it is sprayed on the body, which leaves a subtle smell of almonds from Provence, which is very pleasant. This mist is made from responsibly grown almond oil in Provence, and is available online and in L’Occitane en Provence stores.

Delicious Provence Almond Mist, 100ml, $43

Olivia Levy, The Press