Van Cleef & Arpels celebrates the coming of spring!
The Maison is partnering with Charlotte Gastaut for a unique event, taking place from September 3rd to 13th, 2026. Together, they will transform Martin Place, located in the heart of Sydney, into an immersive space filled with vibrantly blooming flowers where nature's vitality and artistic grace intertwine.
The upcoming events
A rich array of engaging activities thoughtfully curated for adults and young enthusiasts (aged 4 and above) will take place throughout the event, from 10:00am to 6:00pm on weekdays and from 10:00am to 4:00pm on weekends. Van Cleef & Arpels invites participants to delve into the art of pinwheel crafting or immerse themselves in gardening workshops to plant verdant treasures in hand-decorated flowerpots. The creation of charm making also promises a moment of refined artistry. As a further gesture, guests gracing the event will receive precious seed cards alongside bookmarks, colouring books and whimsical tattoo stickers, each designed to capture and convey spring's joyous spirit.
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*Workshop reservations open from 9:00am on August 28th
Each workshop is limited to 12 spots, so early registration is encouraged. All participants under the age of 13 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Please be aware that the program may be changed or cancelled with prior notice due to severe weather or unforeseen circumstances.
Van Cleef & Arpels and Charlotte Gastaut
Born in Marseille in 1974, Charlotte Gastaut moved to Paris at 18 to study at ESAG (École Supérieure des Arts Graphiques - Penninghen). She specializes in illustrating children's books and has produced more than 80 books published by Flammarion, Actes Sud, Albin Michel or Gallimard. Passionate about decorative arts, materials and prints, she created her brand of silk scarves in 2015. In 2021, her latest exhibition "The Arabian Nights" illustrates five famous tales including Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves. Surrounded by her illustrations, children experience a fun and immersive experience that awakens their senses. In 2023, her work has been exposed at The Metropolitan Museum during the exhibition « KARL LAGERFELD, a line of Beauty ».
The Maison first collaborated with Charlotte Gastaut in 2018 to create the visuals accompanying the Quatre contes de Grimm High Jewelry collection. Eight years later, Charlotte Gastaut has envisioned a captivating décor that transforms Martin Place into an immersive, blooming landscape.
