French innovation is a work of art
It may be news to most Brits, but France is home to generations of inventive pioneers, as Agnès C. Poirier reports
Vive La France
France has been the world’s most visited country for 20 years, yet surprisingly little is known about modern France beyond the stereotypes. The French are associated with haute couture, first-class gastronomy and a rich culture but what gives them that ‘je ne sais quoi’? This report explores how the world’s 5th largest economy are leading in luxury, innovative design, fashion and world-class bistros.
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British fascination with French paradox
Britain and France are forever comparing one against the other, writes Agnès C. Poirier, who takes an Anglophile’s view of her native country
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French fragrance is king
According to Coco Chanel: “A woman without perfume is a woman without a future.” Farah Nayeri reports on style and beauty – the French way
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French cuisine is back on the menu
French dining has come in for some curdling criticism of late but, as Fiachra Gibbons reports, good French food is making its comeback
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The timeless sex appeal of Paris
Author and long-time resident of Paris Stephen Clarke offers his take on a much-loved city for lovers
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French cinema is more than just entertainment
The French love affair with the silver screen has produced some memorable and thought-provoking movies, as Jonathan Romney reports
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Paris: the world’s fashion trendsetter
French fashion has evolved from exclusive haute couture for the very rich to affordable high-street style, writes Agnès C. Poirier
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Sustainable Business 2021
What are the pros and cons of Bill Gates’ green premiums? Our Sustainable Business report examines how collaboration is saving communities, the increasing interest in B Corp status, embracing sustainability reporting, and more
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Business Transformation 2021
Does your business need a chief transformation officer? Our Business Transformation report explores the factors companies should consider when hiring a transformation officer, the psychosocial risk of transforming, reputational risk, and more
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Future of Insurance 2021
Is standardisation the key to building customer loyalty in insurance? Our Future of Insurance report looks at topics from combating fraudsters to the rise of instant insurance, it examines how blockchain improve insurance and how travel insurance is focused to bounce back
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The Future CIO 2021
Are the CIO and CHRO the new power couple? Our Future CIO report explores how crucial the CIO has been over the last year, roles of humans in automation, ‘clean rooms’ for businesses, and more