FLAGSHIP BOUTIQUE
When François Nars launched his initial collection of 12 lipsticks in 1994, he had dreams of opening a namesake boutique. After years of searching for the quintessential spot, he found the perfect location in the historically landmarked neighborhood of Manhattan’s West Village.

The interior features clean, sharp lines reminiscent of classic French architecture complemented by Louis XVI-style crown moldings. The black and white color scheme echoes NARS’ signature packaging, while distresses hardwood floors add warmth.

A high-gloss lacquer block the color of Jungle Red Lipstick – one of NARS’ original 12 – adds a pop of color to the space and doubles as a striking sales counter.

François’ personality is everywhere in the boutique. A bookshelf above the marble fireplace houses an assortment of his favorite things including vintage books, films, and personal objects.

The boutique was designed in collaboration with Fabien Baron, François’ longtime friend and founder and creative director of the highly regarded creative agency Baron & Baron. Fabien is an integral part of the brand’s aesthetic and when designing the boutique, he drew on their twenty-year relationship to ensure the space reflected François’ personality. The two solidified the design concept within their first meeting.