The Quintessence of French Living: A Showcase of Automotive Grace at Chantilly’s Château
Beneath the azure skies, against the grandeur of classical architecture, lies the Château de Chantilly, a serene expanse just an hour’s journey from the heart of Paris. On an extraordinary day, this tranquility is replaced by the vibrant thrum of nearly a thousand vehicles, each a testament to the grand epochs of automotive design, now pulsating with life amidst the admiration of 28,000 spectators. The 7th Edition of the RICHARD MILLE ‘Arts & Elegance’ Classic Car Show, a grandiose and precious ceremony, unfolded in the shadow of this majestic castle, celebrating the comprehensive paradigm of French lifestyle, encompassing fashion and architecture.
A Canvas of French Artistry and Nobility
The reason this event captivates is not solely the legendary classic cars that gather but also the multifaceted display of the art of French living. By the château’s reflective canals, guests strolled leisurely, enjoying the ‘Elegance Parade,’ a segment that harks back to the 1920s tradition of showcasing custom cars with contemporary fashion. Today, this tradition is reborn at the ‘Arts & Elegance’ show, where aesthetics, fashion, history, and architecture merge to sculpt what is known as French living, a consistently alluring ideal.
Concept Cars and Couture: A Fusion of French Flair
This year’s Elegance Parade featured ten concept cars, each flanked by elegant ladies donned in the latest creations from France’s top designers. The event, judged by a panel of fifty esteemed individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds, crowned the Lancia Pu+Ra HPE as the champion of elegance. The Bugatti Tourbillon captivated hearts to win the People’s Choice Award, while the Bugatti T35C, with its extraordinary charm, won the Pre-War category, and the Talbot-Lago T26 GS Coupé took home the Post-War category accolade.
A Celebration of French Sophistication
The 7th Edition of the RICHARD MILLE ‘Arts & Elegance’ Classic Car Show not only drew car enthusiasts of all ages but also painted a portrait of refined French living, from cultural spirit to artistic expression. It was a showcase that transcended mere exhibition, becoming a narrative of elegance and a lifestyle aspiration.
