{"id":196977,"date":"2026-05-25T07:00:32","date_gmt":"2026-05-25T05:00:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/luxus-plus.com\/?p=196977"},"modified":"2026-05-26T12:32:37","modified_gmt":"2026-05-26T10:32:37","slug":"lifestyle-interview-at-faure-le-page-augustin-de-buffevent-reimagines-an-elegance-that-dates-back-to-1717","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/luxus-plus.com\/en\/lifestyle-interview-at-faure-le-page-augustin-de-buffevent-reimagines-an-elegance-that-dates-back-to-1717\/","title":{"rendered":"[LIFESTYLE] INTERVIEW – At Faur\u00e9 Le Page, Augustin de Buff\u00e9vent reimagines an elegance that dates back to 1717"},"content":{"rendered":"

These bags with their instantly recognisable scale pattern \u2013 a palette of blues and greys, always with a splash of yellow \u2013 are the work of Faur\u00e9 Le Page<\/strong>. A brand that many discover as a revelation, although its origins date back to the 18th century. Before meeting Augustin de Buff\u00e9vent<\/strong>, the brand\u2019s creative director, we wanted to understand what makes this French label so unique. How has Faur\u00e9 Le Page, having evolved from a manufacturer of exceptional weapons into a leather goods house, managed to establish itself in the contemporary luxury sector without ever succumbing to the allure of flashy marketing ?<\/p>\n

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A story that begins with gunpowder and fire<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The first House Faur\u00e9 Le Page was founded in 1717<\/strong>, during the Regency, in a Paris where duelling was still the norm. Louis Pigny, a master arquebusier, set up a workshop on Rue de Richelieu. He crafted exceptional weapons for the aristocracy, pistols chiselled like jewels. European monarchs placed orders. The great rival Houses – Lepage, Boutet<\/strong> – vied to win over princes and generals.<\/p>\n

The story could have ended there, in the dusty display cases of a military museum. But Faur\u00e9 Le Page has weathered revolutions, empires and two world wars. When weapons ceased to be a gentleman\u2019s attribute, the House reinvented itself. It applied its expertise \u2013 leatherwork for holsters, scabbards and cases \u2013 to a new everyday object: leather goods.<\/p>\n

The real turning point came in the 2000s. The House, taken over by new owners, decided to revive a dormant heritage. There was no question of imitating the big names in French luxury. Faur\u00e9 Le Page chose a different path: that of assertive discretion, of luxury that does not flaunt itself but is instantly recognisable.<\/p>\n

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Tortoiseshell, the hallmark of a style that goes against the grain<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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The savoir-faire \u00a9 Faur\u00e9 Le Page<\/p>\n

The Houses iconic motif \u2013 those interlocking scales also known as \u2018peacock feathers\u2019 or \u2018dragon scales\u2019 depending on the mood \u2013 dates back to the 19th century. At the time, it adorned rifle butts and presentation boxes. Today, it adorns the coated canvas of bags, clutches and accessories.<\/p>\n

What strikes you first is the colour palette. Whilst other Houses rely on monumental logos or garish colours, Faur\u00e9 Le Page favours muted, almost military shades: Paris midnight blue, steel grey, empire green, velvet red. The brand\u2019s signature ocher yellow appears in subtle touches \u2013 a lining, a trim \u2013 as a nod rather than a statement.<\/p>\n

This aesthetic appeals to a clientele seeking beauty, durability and French craftsmanship, but not ostentation. An elegance that speaks volumes without shouting.<\/p>\n

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A luxury to be experienced<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Stepping into the boutique on Rue Cambon<\/strong> is to leave behind the hustle and bustle of globalised luxury. No queues, no security guards in suits, no neon lights. Just a timber-panelled setting, a few pieces displayed as in a cabinet of curiosities, and sales assistants who take their time.<\/p>\n

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Daily Battle @ Faur\u00e9 Le Page<\/p>\n

The House produces very little, by design. Its workshops, located in France and in Europe, work with slowly tanned leathers and fabrics woven using traditional methods. A Daily Battle<\/strong> \u2013 the iconic tote bag \u2013 takes time to make. There are no \u2018capsule\u2019 collections every six weeks, no collaborations with the star of the moment, no official influencers.<\/p>\n

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This deliberate scarcity creates an unexpected effect: loyalty. Customers return, year after year. They give a wallet to their son for his thirtieth birthday, a clutch bag to their partner for an anniversary. The bags age well, develop a patina, and tell a story.<\/p>\n

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An artistic director\u2019s vision for the next chapter<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Rue Cambon, Paris store \u00a9 Faur\u00e9 Le Page<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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At the helm of the creative direction since 2009, Augustin de Buff\u00e9vent<\/strong> embodies a certain vision of French luxury: cultured, discreet, obsessed with detail. Trained in decorative arts and driven by a passion for military history and heraldry, he has imbued Faur\u00e9 Le Page with a rare visual coherence.<\/p>\n

Under his leadership, the House has developed new formats \u2013 travel bags, briefcases, more assertive women\u2019s lines \u2013 without ever betraying its original DNA. Each creation engages with the arquebusier heritage: the clasps recall breech mechanisms, the handles evoke rifle straps, the colours reference the uniforms of yesteryear.<\/p>\n

But beyond form, Augustin de Buff\u00e9vent<\/strong> champions a genuine philosophy: that of luxury built to last, nourished by the time we devote to objects to imbue them with meaning. It is based on the collective work of artisans \u2013 leatherworkers, weavers, screen printers \u2013 who design durable pieces, such as the Daily Battle<\/strong> tote bag or the \u00c9cailles canvas<\/strong>, crafted using traditional techniques that combine suppleness and durability. An approach faithful to the House\u2019s heritage, whilst remaining firmly rooted in the present.<\/p>\n

A conversation with Augustin de Buff\u00e9vent<\/strong>, during which we discussed his vision, his inspirations and his plans for the House, as well as how to bring a three-century-old heritage to life without freezing it in a museum-like approach.<\/p>\n

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LUXUS PLUS: Founded in 1717 as a royal arquebusier, the House of Faur\u00e9 Le Page became a leather goods maker. How do you transform this historical heritage into a contemporary creative language?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

AUGUSTIN de BUFF\u00c9VENT:<\/strong> The original Maison Faur\u00e9 Le Page made its name in the manufacture of ceremonial weapons that brought together a multitude of artistic crafts: cabinetmakers, engravers, jewellers\u2026<\/p>\n

Today, our craft is leather goods, and we like to point out that we have silenced the weapons. In turn, we bring together the most exclusive skills, but in a different realm: that of bags and accessories that accompany today\u2019s heroines and heroes. All those who have a thousand lives within their lives, a thousand days within their days. Does that ring a bell?<\/p>\n

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LUXUS PLUS: You relaunched the House in 2009. What was the greatest challenge in reviving this \u2018sleeping beauty\u2019 and making it relevant to a 21st-century audience?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Daily Battle @ Faur\u00e9 Le Page<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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AUGUSTIN de BUFF\u00c9VENT:<\/strong> To stand the test of time, all brands must constantly reinvent themselves. It\u2019s a balancing act: just as in a family home, we foster dialogue between generations; we cherish our heritage whilst renewing ourselves, so as to be neither uprooted nor turned into a museum piece. History is one of our sources of inspiration, just as much as art or the spirit of the times, in this projection towards the future.<\/p>\n

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LUXUS PLUS: The House\u2019s motto is \u2018Armed to seduce\u2019. How does this idea translate into your collections in practical terms?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Faurever bag \u00a9 Faur\u00e9 Le Page<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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AUGUSTIN de BUFF\u00c9VENT:<\/strong> I\u2019d say it\u2019s about the element of surprise, which is very important to us! Our creations are brimming with details, often hidden: the asymmetry of the handles on the Daily Battle, a helmet or barrel clasp for the Faurever<\/strong> and Ladies First<\/strong> bags, a calibre mirror nestled within a Dream Vanity. Being unpredictable is also a way of reinventing oneself, to tie in with your previous question.<\/p>\n

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LUXUS PLUS: What objects or worlds – military, literary or artistic – fuel your creative imagination?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

AUGUSTIN de BUFF\u00c9VENT:<\/strong> Everything, absolutely everything! Art, history, the spirit of the times, travel, encounters. I often say that imagination is a muscle that needs to be exercised. So, I exercise it with ceaseless curiosity and find inspiration in the diversity of my memories and discoveries. It\u2019s endless!<\/p>\n

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LUXUS PLUS: Your creations are teeming with playful and unconventional details (pistol-shaped pouches, quivers, etc.). How important are humour and irony in luxury today?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

AUGUSTIN de BUFF\u00c9VENT:<\/strong> Humour and playfulness are an integral part of the brand\u2019s mode of expression, as are subversion and the juxtaposition of opposites. We love to surprise with details, hidden touches, and to appear where we are least expected. We like to subvert the imagery of armoury (a barrel clasp, a cartridge belt to hold medals), and combine opposites (embroidered leather with Cuir Armure). We love fine craftsmanship and take our work very seriously\u2026 but without taking ourselves too seriously. A creative has every right, except the right to be boring. And, in my view, they also have a duty to bring beauty and optimism.<\/p>\n

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LUXUS PLUS: Faur\u00e9 Le Page is highly regarded internationally, particularly in Asia and the Middle East. How do French culture and the history of Paris continue to influence your global reach?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Store in Philippines \u00a9 Faur\u00e9 Le Page<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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AUGUSTIN de BUFF\u00c9VENT:<\/strong> Like many others in the industry, we are ambassadors and \u2018ambassadors\u2019 of the French art de vivre. We help to promote the creative process and pass on traditional crafts. This is deeply rooted in French culture, and this \u2018French exception\u2019 \u2013 of which Paris is the epicentre \u2013 is highly valued worldwide. It dates back to Colbert: the promotion of the arts, the founding of the manufactories and the export of craftsmanship. Every time I delve into the 18th- or 19th-century archives of the original House, I am blown away by the beauty of the creations, the nobility of the materials and the virtuosity of the artisans of the time.<\/p>\n

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LUXUS PLUS: How do you see the House evolving in the coming years: new categories, collaborations, in-store experiences?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

AUGUSTIN de BUFF\u00c9VENT:<\/strong> Seduction is all about the art of surprise! I\u2019m not going to reveal everything to you today. We will soon have an important milestone to reveal regarding the House\u2019s future. I can tell you that we are working on this with Jean de Gastines, the architect with whom we design all our boutiques worldwide, whether in Paris, Asia or the Middle East. And this will also be an opportunity to expand our brand\u2019s scope to include more lifestyle items.<\/p>\n

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LUXUS PLUS: If you had to choose a single piece from the 2026 collection to define the future of the House, which one would it be and why?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Ladies First @ Faur\u00e9 Le Page<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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AUGUSTIN de BUFF\u00c9VENT:<\/strong> It\u2019s a real dilemma! I can\u2019t choose between the future editions of the Daily Battle and the Ladies First, both of which embody the brand so well. The first, an essential tote bag, so functional and sturdy; the second, a Haute Couture bag in embroidered leather, more sophisticated yet suitable for your entire day, from morning until night.<\/p>\n

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Featured photo<\/strong>: Angustin de Buff\u00e9vent \u00a9 Faur\u00e9 Le Page<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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