The La Vie Pariseinne collection originates from old Parisian workshops established over 200 years ago. Not a reproduction but a continuation of history, Catherine and her design team combine these actual, historical parts creating a timeless collection rooted in history.
Their journey began in Catherine’s LA garage in 1979. She then added her dream workshop in the beautiful French countryside. From their humble beginnings they moved to our current home of the last 3 decades in Santa Monica by the sea.
La Vie Parisienne combines classic European findings and a selection of historical American pieces, each carefully rendered from the original molds and stampings. All handmade and hand set with European crystals.
Their pieces are made of either 14K gold plating or “old silver”, a unique French process of laying sterling silver or 14K gold over a copper or brass base. Following traditional French artisan techniques allows each classic piece to best exhibit the delicate details of these historic designs. Sourced in Europe, truly handmade in USA.