Matter and Shape, a design salon held concurrently with Paris Fashion Week, returns for its third edition from March 6–9 at the Jardin des Tuileries. Curated by artistic director Dan Thawley and founder Matthieu Pinet, the fair transforms two pavilions into a temporary city of objects, featuring collectible design, practical luxury, and emerging studios. This year's theme, “scale,” prompts visitors to consider both micro craft gestures and macro production systems, with a focus on ethical and sustainable practices. Exhibitors include Lindsey Adelman Studio, a reading room with Villa Hegra, a collaboration with Byredo, and the return of the Zara Home x Dreamin’ Man café, alongside a new restaurant concept from Balbosté.
The fair matters because it positions itself as a design-literate counterpoint to the fashion week frenzy, offering a curated space where objects—from chairs to light fixtures—take center stage. By mixing established names like Ann Demeulemeester’s Serax homeware and Bocci’s 22 System with emerging studios, Matter and Shape reflects contemporary living patterns and highlights the growing importance of ethical production in design. Its alignment with Paris Fashion Week underscores the increasing crossover between fashion, design, and lifestyle, making it a key event for collectors, designers, and cultural observers.