A luxury publisher known for its distinctive, visually rich coffee table books on culture, fashion, and travel.
ORIGIN
France
PRICE TIER
luxury
Founded in Paris in 1994 by Prosper and Martine Assouline, the eponymous publishing house is recognized as the first luxury brand dedicated to culture. The company originated from the couple’s desire to create a new, contemporary style of book, one that treated visually compelling narratives as objets d'art. Initially working from their apartment, the founders—he with a background in creative direction and she in public relations—established a signature where the book as a physical object is as important as its content. Assouline's expansive catalog includes over 1,700 titles, celebrated for their vibrant, oversized formats and meticulous craftsmanship.