Baccarat is introducing the Heartbreak Crystal, a limited-edition version of its Coeur Amor piece, in collaboration with the television series, Emily in Paris. This partnership highlights the French luxury brand's commitment to merging high-end craftsmanship with popular culture.
The Coeur Amor 'Heartbreak' design features a distinctive ruptured and uneven red line running through the center of the crystal, reflecting significant plot developments from the fourth season of the Netflix series and visually representing a broken heart. "It’s our hope that the limited-edition Baccarat for ‘Emily in Paris,’ ‘Heartbreak,’ brings as much joy to a new generation of Baccarat fans around the world as this celebrated series does," commented Adam Banfield, president and chief executive officer of Baccarat North America. Overall, this collaboration exemplifies Baccarat's dedication to integrating luxury with contemporary cultural influences.
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Baccarat Unveils the Heartbreak Crystal Inspired by Emily in Paris
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