Marianne's Three Favorite Things: November 2019

As winter nears and we approach the holidays our lives often become more reflective as we have opportunities to appreciate the brilliant gifts of our cultural icons. This month I invite you to celebrate the birthday of a creative genius, the passion of man who created a global fashion empire and the essence of an Italian villa garden design.

Art: Leonardo Da Vinci

The Louvre Paris is presenting an assembly of Leonardo da Vinci’s work to celebrate his 500th birthday. It is the most comprehensive exhibition mounted and provides an intimate look at the breadth of his gifts. Click here to read more about this exhibition.

Botany: Villa Lante

The Villa Lante is considered one of the ten most revered gardens in the world. It is a Renaissance botanical masterpiece that has matured quietly for almost 500 years and is a miracle
of visionary design. Discover more about the Villa Lante.

Design: Ermenegildo Zegna

Designer Ermenegildo Zegna had one dream: to create the world’s most beautiful fabrics. His ambition is now instilled in over 500 shops worldwide, and dubbed as a leader in luxury menswear internationally. Learn more about the designer’s story here.