Champs-Elysees (Paris)

How the Olympics Mascot, Phryge, Went From Bizarre to Beloved

Merchandise featuring the cheery red figure, which is based on a symbol of the French Revolution, has become a best seller at boutiques around Paris.

By Liz Alderman

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Watch Brands Are Part of a ‘Renaissance’ on the Champs-Élysées

As the Paris Olympics near, the famed avenue is getting a makeover, with Panerai, Montblanc and others unveiling new and renovated spaces.

By Dmitry Kostyukov for The New York Times

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Like a Tattoo, but in Gold

When “permanent” jewelry debuted a few years ago, “I didn’t foresee the trend would become a staple of a jewelry wardrobe in 2023, but it has,” one expert said.

By Dmitry Kostyukov for The New York Times

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