Elephant Armchair by Jérôme Faillant-Dumas

Stories Editor's Pick Elephant Armchair by Jérôme Faillant-Dumas

Jérôme Faillant-Dumas learnt a thing or two about sheer elegance when working alongside Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Bergé. Now at the helm of L.O.V.E. Editions, the French designer puts into practice his unmistakable talent for creating luxurious atmospheres, and covetable designs. 

The Elephant armchair is arguably Faillant-Dumas’ most known and desirable creation. This gorgeous design is a fabulous reinterpretation of the classic wingchair, – a traditional piece of furniture whose purpose was to shield the occupant from drafts, usually placed near the fireplace to trap the heat from it.  

Faillant-Dumas drew from the familiar structure of the classic wingchair – a straight back with little “wings” attached to it –, and subverted its proportions. The oversize effect is as stunning as it is alluring:  Finally, we are more than happy to talk about the Elephant in the room, and curl up in it! 

A true conversation piece, the Elephant armchair is utterly comfortable and extremely chic; its unmistakable style wonderfully integrates any décor, adding an elegant accent to any room. Bespoke fabrics in vibrant colours – including plush velvet and gorgeous bouclé – are available upon request. 

Jérôme Faillant-Dumas

After a 15-year-career as Art Director for Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Bergé, Jérôme Faillant-Dumas founded Love Editions. His agency creates furniture and interior design projects for private clients, as well as for stores and restaurants. Jérôme is also a brand consultant, and specializes in packaging design for major luxury houses. The time he spent working close to Jacques Helleu at Chanel, thought him the importance of aesthetic coherence. The perfect balance between classicism and modernity: his timeless pieces bear the mark of classic perfection, whilst remaining tantalizingly daring. Straw marquetry and alabaster alongside plaster and Plexiglas are among his favorite materials. His work is imbued with a strong, gentle and thoroughly Parisian modernity.

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