| Chow Yun-Fat join other celebs at Louis Vuitton celebration in Paris |
October 9 2005 Louis Vuitton gala is attended by Chow Yun-Fat and Jasmine PARIS/PR Newswire-FirstCall/ -- Last night,
Louis Vuitton returned to the Champs-Elysees in grand style, marking the reopening of its historic house on the most
famous avenue in the world with a glittering celebration for more than 1,000 guests.
Louis Vuitton returned to the Champs-Elysees in grand style, marking the reopening of its historic house on the most
famous avenue in the world with a glittering celebration for more than 1,000 guests.
The evening began with an exclusive cocktail reception in the new Champs-Elysees house, which was officially
inaugurated at 6:30 pm by Bernard Arnault, President of LVMH Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton, and Yves Carcelle, President
of Louis Vuitton Malletier. The Champs-Elysees house, jointly designed by architects Eric Carlson and Peter Marino,
represents a groundbreaking architectural achievement, conceived as a promenade of terraces in homage to the historical
and cultural importance of the Champs-Elysees as the world's most stylish promenade. Equally unprecedented is the
integration of art and architecture, with works by three leading contemporary artists displayed as landmarks of the house
promenade. Exclusively for the Champs-Elysees, the American artist James Turrell created an impressive "Wide Glass"
modular light sculpture, while fellow American Tim White-Sobieski contributed a cutting-edge video installation alongside
the house's spectacular 20-meter long "traveling staircase." Meanwhile, the Danish conceptual artist Olafur Eliasson
transformed an elevator linking up directly with the top floor of the Champs-Elysees building, which will open in January
2006 as a permanent space of artistic and cultural expression, into a "chamber of sensual entropy" isolated from its
surroundings. Joining the architects and artists at the cocktail reception were a host of international celebrities,
including Uma Thurman, Sharon Stone, Winona Ryder, Salma Hayek, Catherine Deneuve, Bob Geldof, Takashi
Murakami, Yun-Fat Chow, Tomoaki Nagao (Nigo), Diane Kruger, Ludivine Sagnier, Emmanuelle Seigner, Rossy de
Palma, Ryoko Yonekura, Guillaume Canet, Eva Green, Gillian Anderson, Samantha Morton, Jade Jagger,
Nadja Auermann and Eva Herzigova. Guests then moved on to a party at the Petit Palais, one of Paris' most flamboyant
landmarks, newly reopened after renovation and taken over for the occasion by Louis Vuitton. One of its galleries was
devoted to an exhibit of Louis Vuitton trunks dating from 1900, the year of the World Exhibition for which the Petit Palais was
constructed, alongside a video by Tim White-Sobieski featuring outtakes of his artwork for the Champs-Elysees house.
Other highlights included, in a separate room, a live performance by the artist Vanessa Beecroft, and exclusive routines by
Dita Von Teese and Pharell Williams. Guests danced the night away to music provided by star DJs Mark Ronson, Asia
Argento, Jonathan Wooster and Richard Battye.
About Louis Vuitton
The world leader in luxury, Louis Vuitton has been synonymous with the art of stylish travel since 1854. Since 1997, with the
arrival of the designer Marc Jacobs, it has extended its expertise to women's and men's ready-to-wear, shoes, watches and
jewelry, combining traditional craftsmanship with flair and innovation to create a complete lifestyle experience. Since 1987,
it has been part of LVMH Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton, the world's largest and most prestigious luxury goods group,
founded by Bernard Arnault.
inaugurated at 6:30 pm by Bernard Arnault, President of LVMH Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton, and Yves Carcelle, President
of Louis Vuitton Malletier. The Champs-Elysees house, jointly designed by architects Eric Carlson and Peter Marino,
represents a groundbreaking architectural achievement, conceived as a promenade of terraces in homage to the historical
and cultural importance of the Champs-Elysees as the world's most stylish promenade. Equally unprecedented is the
integration of art and architecture, with works by three leading contemporary artists displayed as landmarks of the house
promenade. Exclusively for the Champs-Elysees, the American artist James Turrell created an impressive "Wide Glass"
modular light sculpture, while fellow American Tim White-Sobieski contributed a cutting-edge video installation alongside
the house's spectacular 20-meter long "traveling staircase." Meanwhile, the Danish conceptual artist Olafur Eliasson
transformed an elevator linking up directly with the top floor of the Champs-Elysees building, which will open in January
2006 as a permanent space of artistic and cultural expression, into a "chamber of sensual entropy" isolated from its
surroundings. Joining the architects and artists at the cocktail reception were a host of international celebrities,
including Uma Thurman, Sharon Stone, Winona Ryder, Salma Hayek, Catherine Deneuve, Bob Geldof, Takashi
Murakami, Yun-Fat Chow, Tomoaki Nagao (Nigo), Diane Kruger, Ludivine Sagnier, Emmanuelle Seigner, Rossy de
Palma, Ryoko Yonekura, Guillaume Canet, Eva Green, Gillian Anderson, Samantha Morton, Jade Jagger,
Nadja Auermann and Eva Herzigova. Guests then moved on to a party at the Petit Palais, one of Paris' most flamboyant
landmarks, newly reopened after renovation and taken over for the occasion by Louis Vuitton. One of its galleries was
devoted to an exhibit of Louis Vuitton trunks dating from 1900, the year of the World Exhibition for which the Petit Palais was
constructed, alongside a video by Tim White-Sobieski featuring outtakes of his artwork for the Champs-Elysees house.
Other highlights included, in a separate room, a live performance by the artist Vanessa Beecroft, and exclusive routines by
Dita Von Teese and Pharell Williams. Guests danced the night away to music provided by star DJs Mark Ronson, Asia
Argento, Jonathan Wooster and Richard Battye.
About Louis Vuitton
The world leader in luxury, Louis Vuitton has been synonymous with the art of stylish travel since 1854. Since 1997, with the
arrival of the designer Marc Jacobs, it has extended its expertise to women's and men's ready-to-wear, shoes, watches and
jewelry, combining traditional craftsmanship with flair and innovation to create a complete lifestyle experience. Since 1987,
it has been part of LVMH Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton, the world's largest and most prestigious luxury goods group,
founded by Bernard Arnault.
Article: October 10, 2005
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Chow Yun Fat attended the Louis Vuitton Petit Palais 06 fashion show.
He was sitting in the first row with Lee Young Ae from Korea, and his wife, Shu Qi from Taiwan and Yonekura Ryoko from
Japan. During the show, Lee Young Ae chatted with him often and apart from the initial hello, Shu Qi was quite left out.
Asked what he had so much to talk about with Lee Young Ae, Chow said that Lee is very gentle and kind looking and
outstanding Asian actress and , "I like to watch her Dae Jang Geun (Jewel in the Palace) TV series very much. I enjoy her
very much. Just saying hello takes 15 mins. (Why do you have so much to talk about?) I told her, 'Your acting skills are very
good.' and she said, " Since a very young age, I already watched your movies already." This time was the first time Chow
Yun Fat watched a fashion show and he praised that it was a good show. He said, "I am totally overwhelmed. The models
are all so youthful!"
After the show, his wife was escorted away first while the press surrounded them for interviews and photos. They were all
very cooperative.
Lee Young Ae was very friendly. When her assistant tried to stop the press from taking photos, she signaled them to go
ahead. She also did not forget to say a few words. "I have been to Paris many times but this is the first time that I watched a
show. I don't like too complicated a design. Simple clothes could reflect the personality better."
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Chow Yun Fat attended the Louis Vuitton Petit Palais 06 fashion show.
He was sitting in the first row with Lee Young Ae from Korea, and his wife, Shu Qi from Taiwan and Yonekura Ryoko from
Japan. During the show, Lee Young Ae chatted with him often and apart from the initial hello, Shu Qi was quite left out.
Asked what he had so much to talk about with Lee Young Ae, Chow said that Lee is very gentle and kind looking and
outstanding Asian actress and , "I like to watch her Dae Jang Geun (Jewel in the Palace) TV series very much. I enjoy her
very much. Just saying hello takes 15 mins. (Why do you have so much to talk about?) I told her, 'Your acting skills are very
good.' and she said, " Since a very young age, I already watched your movies already." This time was the first time Chow
Yun Fat watched a fashion show and he praised that it was a good show. He said, "I am totally overwhelmed. The models
are all so youthful!"
After the show, his wife was escorted away first while the press surrounded them for interviews and photos. They were all
very cooperative.
Lee Young Ae was very friendly. When her assistant tried to stop the press from taking photos, she signaled them to go
ahead. She also did not forget to say a few words. "I have been to Paris many times but this is the first time that I watched a
show. I don't like too complicated a design. Simple clothes could reflect the personality better."
Permission to repost this article is granted only if this article is accompanied with this message, the text is not altered, and
credit is given to this site as follows:
Credit: http://s2.invisionfree.com/la_creme_d_asie (Thanks to kimurafan)
On May 24 2005 xinhuanet.com reported this story about Lee Young-ae:
Over 200 Hong Kong fans went to the Hong Kong International Airport Friday evening to
welcome South Korean star Lee Young-ae, one of the most popular South Korean stars in
Hong Kong. Lee played the leading role of Jang Geum in Hong Kong's record-breaking
South Korean TV series Jewel in the Palace (Lee's next film is Sympathy for Lady
Vengeance), arrived at the Hong Kong International Airport on Friday evening, escorted
by over 50 security guards. Hong Kong newspapers reported on Saturday that Lee is on a
four-day visit to thank the Hong Kong audience for their support for the drama, which, with
the last episode aired on TVB on May 1st, attracted a record of 3 million viewers. In
Louis Vuitton casual wear, Lee was greeted by screaming of fans. A bouquet of flowers was presented to Lee by two
Hong Kong children. With charming smiles, Lee thanked her fans for their hours waiting at the airport. Lee was also
welcomed by about 100 media reporters and fans at the Grand Hyatt Hotel where she is staying. A welcome dinner was
held at the Grand Hyatt, and names of the dishes are related to the drama. A senior manager had gone to South
Korea to arrange Lee's visit at the beginning of this month. Lee will meet with press and attend a gathering to thank
her audience on Saturday and Sunday apart from attending other promotional activities. Apart from attracting millions
of views, the TV series has also brought about South Korean tourism and food fever in Hong Kong. During the four-day
Easter Holiday at the end of March, the number of people visiting South Korea via Hong Kong travel agencies rose from
15 percent to 30 percent. South Korean food also became more popular in Hong Kong.
Over 200 Hong Kong fans went to the Hong Kong International Airport Friday evening to
welcome South Korean star Lee Young-ae, one of the most popular South Korean stars in
Hong Kong. Lee played the leading role of Jang Geum in Hong Kong's record-breaking
South Korean TV series Jewel in the Palace (Lee's next film is Sympathy for Lady
Vengeance), arrived at the Hong Kong International Airport on Friday evening, escorted
by over 50 security guards. Hong Kong newspapers reported on Saturday that Lee is on a
four-day visit to thank the Hong Kong audience for their support for the drama, which, with
the last episode aired on TVB on May 1st, attracted a record of 3 million viewers. In
Louis Vuitton casual wear, Lee was greeted by screaming of fans. A bouquet of flowers was presented to Lee by two
Hong Kong children. With charming smiles, Lee thanked her fans for their hours waiting at the airport. Lee was also
welcomed by about 100 media reporters and fans at the Grand Hyatt Hotel where she is staying. A welcome dinner was
held at the Grand Hyatt, and names of the dishes are related to the drama. A senior manager had gone to South
Korea to arrange Lee's visit at the beginning of this month. Lee will meet with press and attend a gathering to thank
her audience on Saturday and Sunday apart from attending other promotional activities. Apart from attracting millions
of views, the TV series has also brought about South Korean tourism and food fever in Hong Kong. During the four-day
Easter Holiday at the end of March, the number of people visiting South Korea via Hong Kong travel agencies rose from
15 percent to 30 percent. South Korean food also became more popular in Hong Kong.
