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French businessman, investor, and art collector Bernard Arnault is the chairman and chief executive of the world's largest luxury goods company, LVMH Moët Hennessy – Louis Vuitton. He is currently the third richest person in the world and the richest person in Europe. The French fashion tycoon is one the world's ultimate taste-makers and his ownership of the super yacht Symphony is a proof that he likes the combination of class and beauty which comes with a price. With the billions of wealth he has accumulated over the years, it is not at all surprising that he bought a luxury yacht.

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Bernard Arnault is the proud owner of the largest Feadship to be ever made according to the Yacht Habor. The CEO of the French multinational luxury goods conglomerate, LVMH, owns the luxury mega yacht which is worth $150 million. It is not surprising that Bernard Arnault would spend so much for a luxury yacht since he has a stunning net worth of $93.5 billion and currently among the top ten billionaires in the world and recognized as the richest man in France.

Arnault first ventured into the yacht industry back in 2008 when he led the acquisition of the British yacht manufacturer called Princess Yachts. Since then LVMH has been working closely with the world leading brand of custom-built luxury mega-yachts, Feadship. It was in 2015 when Arnault decided to buy Symphony for $150 million. The super yacht has about estimated running costs of $10 to 15 million per year and currently not available for charter.

The Superyacht Symphony comes with eight huge staterooms that can fit about sixteen guests and a comfortable berthing that can accommodate about 27 crew members on board the yacht. It also has a private deck for the owner. It is created to accommodate about thirty six passengers. The exteriors of the yacht were designed by the world class renowned company Tim Heywood Design. The interiors on the other hand were aesthetically designed with the décor of the yacht being done by the one and only Zuretti Interior Design. The Symphony has been constructed by the Feadship at the Royal Van Lent Shipyard as a simple Project 808.

The luxury yacht is currently among the most sought-after private vessels . Bernard Arnault’s luxury vehicle at the sea is far more than par excellence. It is powered by a 2,415 hp Wärtsilä engine which comes with a powerful battery bank and about three generator sets. It also houses the string of amenities of the yacht such as the appointed entertainment areas, the al fresco bar area for parties and events and the state-of-the-art kitchen that is serving stunning decadent French delights. It is also a 101-meter luxury yacht that was built at the Royal Van Lent Shipyard. Symphony has a steel hull that has an aluminum superstructure. The yacht has complied with the amended Passenger Yacht Code (PYC).

The luxury yacht is said to be an eco-friendly yacht which uses a hybrid propulsion technology and powered by a 4x MTU 16V4000M73 engine. Due to the advance hybrid propulsion technology, the yacht can store energy in its battery bank that can work together with its diesel engines. The main engine on the other hand works hand in hand with the generators and modern battery bank that were attached to the yacht. It uses about 30% less than the energy that a normal yacht uses. The maximum speed of the yacht is about 21 knots and the cruising speed is about 10 knots. The Symphony was ranked 50 th out of the top 100 superyacht around the world with a 101.5 meter six deck. The structure of the yacht was made by the De Voogt Naval Architects. The floors and ceilings of the yacht are encased in a light wood panel which was complemented by the w ooden furniture with accents of gold and natural tones .

The Symphony contains luxury features such as the 6 meter glass-bottom swimming pool located on the main deck, an outdoor cinema that was aesthetically placed on the bridge deck and a stunning Jacuzzi on the yacht’s sundeck. The owner’s deck is also equipped with two bathrooms, sauna, forward terrace that has a Jacuzzi as well, a private office space, a spacious lounge and dressing rooms. Since the wife of Arnault, Helene Mercier, is a concert pianist, there is also a piano on board. The owner’s deck also has deck area perfect for lounging with a dining table that can accommodate about 20 people. It also has two elevators for passengers to use and one elevator even features a 15-metre interactive video screen which can play video footages upon the request of the guests.

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SYMPHONY Yacht – Luxuriant $150 Million Superyacht

SYMPHONY yacht is a 101-metre (333 ft) luxury yacht built by the Dutch shipyard Feadship and delivered to the owner in 2015.

She is currently the largest yacht ever built by Feadship and ranks in 51st place on the list of biggest yachts in the world.

Symphony
101 metres (333ft)
20 in 8 cabins
38 in 16 cabins
Feadship
Tim Heywood
Zuretti Interior Design
2015
21 knots
MTU
3,000 ton
US $150 million
US $10 – 15 million

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SYMPHONY yacht interior

The interior of SYMPHONY was developed by Zuretti Interior Design , a French studio specializing in luxury superyachts.

She can accommodate twenty guests in eight cabins as well as a crew of 38 in below-deck cabins.

The large owner’s suite has a private deck with exceptional sea views and even a separate sauna.

The interior of SYMPHONY is somewhat unusual and unlike other luxury yachts. Most of the floors and ceilings are encased in light wood paneling complemented by wooden furniture and elements of gold as well as natural tones.

The yacht has a grand piano, a swimming pool with a waterfall and jets that simulate currents, a cinema, a gym, and a wellness center. There is an onboard steam room and several saunas.

SYMPHONY has two elevators, one of which features a 15-meter interactive video screen that can play video footage at the request of the guests. 

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Specifications

The SYMPHONY yacht has a volume of 3,463 tons and a total length of 101 meters (333 ft). Her beam measures 14.1 meters (46.3 ft) and her draft 4.1 meters (13.5 ft).

She has a steel hull and a large aluminum superstructure.

SYMPHONY yacht is powered by four MTU engines, however, she uses 30% less energy than traditional vessels her size.

Due to advanced hybrid propulsion technology, she is able to store energy in a battery bank that works together with her diesel engines.

The yacht reaches maximum speeds of 21 knots and cruises comfortably at 10 knots.

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The exterior of SYMPHONY was designed by Tim Heywood , a well-respected name in the industry.

SYMPHONY is a white yacht with dark blue elements close to the waterline, lending her a streamlined appearance.

She is known for carrying a wide variety of water toys, including inflatables, a slide, jet skis, and sea bobs.

Her aft deck includes a pool, and her bow has a large helipad perfect for allowing her owner to arrive and depart comfortably.

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SYMPHONY was acquired by Arnault in 2015 for a price of US$150 million. She has annual running costs of US$10 to 15 million and is not currently available for charter.

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Symphony At Sea: A Glimpse Into LVMH CEO’s $150 Million Superyacht

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Bernard Arnault, rumored to have been the third richest man in the world, owns one of the grandest yachts at sea. The impressive superyacht boasts a vast interior and eye-catching aesthetic that make it notable on any list. Mr. Arnault is the CEO of the French luxury goods company LVMH (Louis Vuitton, Moet, Hennessy ) and has caught the attention of yachting enthusiasts with his exceptional seabound treasure.

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In 2015, the high-end yacht builder, Feadship, built the $150 million superyacht. Mr. Arnault purchased it, and named it Symphony , a musical metaphor for the billionaire’s undisturbed ocean getaway. It ranks in the top 50 of biggest yachts in the world measuring roughly 333 feet with a max speed of 21 knots, so it’s no wonder that it continues to catch stares wherever it’s docked.

On top of that, the elaborate interior makes this sizable structure stand out from the rest. Zuretti Interior Design, a French studio specializing in luxury superyachts, took on the task of perfecting it. The artisan space was inspired by residences in Bali and Thailand. The walls and floors were covered in light wash wood panels that suggest a hint of ‘upscale tropicale’ . Meanwhile, neutral furniture with gold decor tells a luxe story. On the outside, she has a clean navy blue trim close to sea level that draws the eye to her bright white finish.

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This stunning yacht can house nearly 20 guests and has space below deck for a crew of 38. The glamorous owner’s suite includes a private deck with access to an intimate sauna experience and even better views.

This mega yacht has no shortage of amusements. The aft deck has an incredible glass-bottom pool while the bow is taken over by a sleek helipad. A fully-equipped gym also resides here along with a pop-up golf tee. Toys in tow include inflatables, a slide, jet skis, and sea bobs.

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Last we heard, the billionaire’s not chartering his vessel, but his own personal guests will take interest in some of the unique features. Those curious about the mechanics behind the craft can have a museum-like experience on board with access to a massive display that tracks speed, rpm, and even allows a glimpse at the underwater camera.

Mr. Arnault has connections in the industry, but he remains quite private amidst it all. Not only is he a shareholder in Dior, but he owns the yacht shipyard Royal Van Lent where his yacht was built. His wallflower behavior spurred his desire to trade in his private jet , but thankfully, Symphony encompasses the calm that he continually seeks. It’s doubtful he’ll part ways with her anytime soon.

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LVMH CEO Bernard Arnault’s $150 million superyacht was denied docking and banned entry into an Italian port – The centibillionaire’s 333-feet long yacht is too big for the Naples port, and it alone would occupy four spots and hinder the movement of other vessels.

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The 105 metre luxury superyacht ‘Symphony’ is the first Feadship to cross 100m and it is now owned by the richest man in France, LVMH CEO Arnault

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Ranked 50 out of the world’s top 100 superyachts, the 101.5 metre six deck “Symphony” luxury super yacht with its “bones” by De Voogt Naval Architects and designed by Tim Heywood Design is the largest Feadship ever built in 2015 (a record since been broken by the 110 metre Feadship 1001). The Symphony is also the first Feadship to be fully compliant with the new Passenger Yacht Code regulations, allowing more than the usual twelve passengers.

Interior designed by Zuretti Interior Design, it was the first Feadship to cross the 100-metre mark, and it was revealed to be owned by Bernard Arnault, one of the richest men in world.

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First Feadship larger than 100 metres, “Symphony” luxury super yacht is Owned by LVMH CEO

The CEO of French multinational luxury goods conglomerate, LVMH, owns the largest Feadship to be ever built according to Yacht Habor . According to Forbes, Bernard Arnault with a net worth of US$93.5 billion, is one the world’s top ten billionaires and the richest man in France. Unsurprisingly, the man who has been shaping the luxury world for 35 years is bound to own a luxury mega yacht worth US$150 million.

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Arnault’s previous yacht Amadeus was sold in 2016 for an asking price of US$50 million euros and has recently donated €200 million to the rebuilding fund for Notre Dame de Paris . The “Symphony” yacht is worthUS$150 million.

Designed by Tim Heywood and built by Feadship in the Netherlands as Project 808, Symphony has a gross tonnage of near 3,000GT. With an aluminium structure, the yacht can house 36 passengers and is an eco-friendly yacht, using 30 per cent less fuel than other similar yachts.

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Symphony has a couple of luxury features such as a 6 metre glass-bottom swimming pool on main deck, an outdoor cinema on bridge deck, and a jacuzzi on the sundeck. While the   owner’s deck is equipped with double bathrooms, dressing rooms and a sauna, a forward terrace with Jacuzzi, a private office and a study, a lounge and a spacious aft deck area for lounging with a dining table for 20.

Arnault interest for the yacht industry dates back to 2008 when Arnault ventured into the yacht industry by leading an acquisition of British yacht manufacturer, Princess Yachts which saw L Capital, a fund controlled by LVMH, gain a 70 per cent controlling stake in Princess Yachts . Feadship, the world leading brand of custom-built luxury mega-yachts, has been working with LVMH closely since 2008.

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It’s no surprise that owning a yacht is popular among the billionaire class. It’s not uncommon for billionaires around the world to not only own one luxury superyacht, but multiple yachts. Not to mention tenders and other high-tech watercrafts. Some of the richest people in the world own some of the largest, most expensive mega yachts. We take a look at some of the world’s richest yacht owners and the luxury vessels they have bought.

Bernard Arnault

Worth a whopping $156.8 billion in 2021, Bernard Arnault is a French businessman and art collector most known as the chairman and chief executive of LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton. He is currently the third richest person in the world. 1 LVMH is a French multinational conglomerate and the world’s largest luxury-goods company. Renowned brands such as Dior, Givenchy, Bulgari, and Tiffany & co. are owned by this corporation.

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Bernard Arnault owns the 101.5-meter motor yacht Symphony . Built in the Netherlands by Feadship, this luxury super yacht has four main engines and can carry 20 passengers and 38 crew. A 6-meter glass-bottom swimming pool and outdoor cinema are some of the vessel’s standout features.

Larry Ellison

Worth $90.6 billion in 2021, Larry Ellison is an American business magnate and investor. One of the most famous yacht owners, he is best known for being the co-founder and executive chairman of Oracle Corporation. Oracle Corporation is an American multinational computer technology corporation known as the world’s largest database management company.

Larry Ellison Yacht

Larry Ellison owns the 87.78-meter motor yacht Musashi . Built in the Netherlands by Feadship in 2011, this five-deck super yacht can accommodate 18 guests and 24 crew. Its exterior was inspired by Japanese design and Art Deco style. An outdoor gym and spa are only a few of the vessel’s luxury amenities.

The eighth richest man in the world as of 2021, Larry Page is worth $90.3 billion. He is an American computer scientist and internet entrepreneur best known as one of two co-founders of Google. Google is an American multinational technology company specializing in internet-related services and products which includes the world’s most used search engine, online advertising platforms, and cloud computing.

Larry Page Yacht

Larry Page owns the 58.8-meter motor yacht SENSES . Built and launched by German yacht builder Fr. Schweers Shipyard in 1999, it went under its latest yacht refit in 2015. This luxury yacht sleeps up to 12 guests with accommodations for 14 crew. An expedition yacht, SENSES  features a large helipad, ice-strengthened hull, and three high-speed tenders.

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Bernard Arnault Yacht: The Symphony

August 24, 2022, who is bernard arnault.

Bernard Arnault is the one of the richest people in the world. Furthermore, he is a French businessman who is also an investor and art collector. The man is the CEO of LVMH Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton SE. The man is also a chairman of Christian Dior SE. In addition, he has many fancy things such as a boat. He also has nice properties and other assets. Check out the Bernard Arnault yacht below.

Does Bernard Arnault Own A Yacht?

Yes, Bernard owns a yacht. He owns a yacht called the Symphony. This was built by Feadship.

The yacht has a cost of 150 million dollars and has a capacity of 27 people. Also, there is a state of the art kitchen, bar, and entertainment area. Moreover, a jacuzzi and price office space is on the boat for family and friends to use. The deck area is perfect for lounging or sun bathing during the sunniest months. Also, the boat has state of the art technology to make sure all times on water are a great experience. What doesn't this boat have to offer? Finally, would you like to be on this yacht?

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Cost: $150 Million

Capacity: 27 People

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Bernard Arnault's 5 Children: All About His Sons and Daughter

French billionaire Bernard Arnault has one daughter, Delphine, and four sons, Antoine, Alexandre, Frédéric and Jean

Ariana Quihuiz is a contributing writer at PEOPLE. She has been working at PEOPLE since 2022. Her work has also appeared in Brides.

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All five of Bernard Arnault ’s children have joined the family business.

The French billionaire and head of luxury goods conglomerate LVMH is one of the richest people in the world with a net worth of around $200 billion, according to Forbes . His children, Delphine, Antoine, Alexandre, Frédéric and Jean, have become part of his massive business which he cofounded in the 1980s. LVMH now claims dozens of luxury brands, including Christian Dior, Louis Vuitton, Tiffany & Co., TAG Heuer and Givenchy.

In 1973, Bernard married his first wife, Anne Dewavrin, and they share two children together, Delphine and Antoine. A year after their divorce, the businessman married his second wife, concert pianist Hélène Mercier. They welcomed their first son together, Alexandre, in the early 1990s. The couple went on to have two more sons, Frédéric and Jean.

During an interview with The New York Times in September 2023, Bernard said that it’s “not an obligation, nor inevitable” that one of his children will take over as the head of LVMH. “The best person inside the family or outside the family should be one day my successor,” he added. “But it’s not something that I hope is a duel for the near future.”

Bernards youngest, Jean, has shared that while the siblings do discuss the future of LVMH, “at the end, it’s he [Bernard] who decides.” Though the family has been compared to the fictional one from HBO’s Succession, Antoine told the newspaper that there is no animosity amongst the siblings. “I know it’s disappointing for a lot of people, but we actually get on well,” he said.

Here’s everything to know about Bernard Arnault’s five kids: Delphine, Antoine, Alexandre, Frédéric and Jean. 

Delphine Arnault, 49

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Bernard and his first wife, Dewavrin, welcomed their first child, daughter Delphine Arnault , on April 4, 1975.

She was raised in France but attended a French-American school in New York from ages 7 to 10, which is where she became fluent in English, per the Financial Times . Delphine later attended the EDHEC Business School in Lille, France, and the London School of Economics before taking a job at the consulting firm McKinsey for two years.

In 2000, she joined the family business as development director of John Galliano fashion house, per Women’s Wear Daily . She moved over to Dior a year later and spent 12 years there as the commercial director and then deputy managing director before taking on the role of executive vice president at Louis Vuitton in 2013.

Delphine told the Financial Times in October 2014 that she didn’t discover fashion until she was a teenager. She said she learned style tips from her mother, who would wear “beautiful dresses and suits,” but she never had the desire to become a designer.

“I think it’s great to work with designers, and fascinating to work with creative people, but it’s the business side that fascinates me,” she told the outlet.

In January 2023, Bernard appointed Delphine CEO of Christian Dior . In a statement released with the announcement, he called his daughter’s appointment “another milestone in a career journey in fashion and leather goods defined by excellence."

"Under her leadership, the desirability of Louis Vuitton products advanced significantly, enabling the brand to regularly set new sales records," he added. "Her keen insights and incomparable experience will be decisive assets in driving the ongoing development of Christian Dior."

In 2024, Delphine opened up to Vogue about her first year as CEO of the iconic fashion house and revealed that her father brings all the children together once a month for a working lunch.

“He’s involved us from when we were quite young,” Delphine added. “He talks to us about the group strategy, discusses questions that arise. He’s always wanted to pass on his knowledge. It’s a lot of work to choose the houses one buys carefully.”

Outside of her career, Delphine told WWD in April 2014 that in her spare time, she loves going to museums, watching TV and exercising. "I spend a lot of time in museums, I particularly like the Guggenheim, MoMA in New York or LACMA and the Getty Museum in Los Angeles, for example,” she said. “When I need to relax, I love to go to the movies or watch a good TV series. I also practice a lot of sport, mostly tennis and swimming.”

In 2005, Delphine married Alessandro Vallarino Gancia, the heir to an Italian wine fortune. They were married for five years and divorced in 2010. She has since been in a relationship with tech billionaire Xavier Niel. Delphine has two children.

“I’m quite discreet,” Delphine told the Financial Times in 2014 when asked to confirm details about her family. “I think I’d rather focus on my work. So, I only speak when I have something to say. ‘Live hidden, and live happy.’ ”

Antoine Arnault, 47

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Bernard and Dewavrin welcomed their son, Antoine Arnault, on June 4, 1977.

Like his older sister, Antoine also works for LVMH. He joined the group in 2005, working in the advertising department before he was promoted to the director of communications at Louis Vuitton in 2007, per Business of Fashion . Antoine's current roles include chairman of Loro Piana and head of communication and image at LVMH — he stepped down as CEO of Berluti in 2023. A year prior, Antoine was also appointed CEO of Christian Dior SE, according to WWD .

In October 2012, Antoine told The Guardian that he was taught fashion “from the age of 12,” which is also the time when his father bought and created LVMH.

"We spent all our weekends in stores, speaking about brands, discussing advertising – I remember watching the adverts for [top-selling Dior perfumes] Poison, for Dolce Vita ... is the music right? The edit? I had a couple of rebellious years when I didn't want to be bothered with it, but I very naturally came back to it,” he said. “It was really a road that I was happy to drive down.”

He added, “The fact that we were initiated into it very early gave me and my sister Delphine a headstart. We feel things, brands, streets, we know where it's going to happen maybe a tiny bit before the others, so we use that."

In January 2020, Antoine announced his engagement to model ‎ Natalia Vodianova , whom he had been dating since 2011. They got married in September 2020 during an intimate ceremony in Paris, per Vogue .

Speaking with W Magazine in May 2017 , Antoine opened up about their relationship, saying, “Since almost our first date, it has been a superb roller coaster ride.”

“I remember seeing her and my jaw sort of dropped internally,” he recalled of the first time they met on a shoot for a 2008 Louis ­Vuitton campaign. “I mean, of course she’s beautiful, but she has something undefinable ... There’s an aura about her.”

Antoine and Vodianova have two children together , and the model also shares three children with her ex-husband, Justin Portman.

“Going from zero to five kids in two and a half years is the most wonderful thing in the world,” Antoine told W Magazine . “Not only having our own, but her kids as well. Natalia is much more mature as a mother than she was when she had her first babies. And it’s a bit selfish, but the older ones are a great help with the little ones!” 

Alexandre Arnault, 32

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Bernard married his second wife Mercier in 1991, and a year later, they welcomed their oldest son, Alexandre Arnault , on May 5, 1992.

Alexandre graduated from Télécom ParisTech in 2015 and later obtained his master’s degree from École Polytechnique, per his LinkedIn . In October 2016, he was appointed CEO of Rimowa. According to a 2018 interview with The New York Times , Alexandre was the one who persuaded his father to buy an 80% stake in the German suitcase company.

He told the outlet that he was “obviously raised to be in the group,” but it was a choice he made, turning down other job offers to join the family business. Alexandre's mother, Mercier, is a concert pianist, and while Alexandre is an accomplished musician, he chose not to take that route.

“She [Mercier] always told us if we wanted to become musicians she would support us,” he said. “I’ll never know if my dad would have been happy with it. But he loves the piano.”

In January 2021, Alexandre left Rimowa to join Tiffany & Co. as the executive vice president of product and communications, per Business Insider . However, he retains his title of non-executive chairman for the suitcase brand. Alexandre announced his career move with a post on Instagram , sharing photos from his time at the brand.

“I am now leaving the reigns of RIMOWA to join Tiffany & Co in New York," he wrote in the caption. "I am honoured to have been part of the RIMOWA Family. I would like to deeply thank the entire crew, as well as everyone outside the company who supported us ... No matter the distance, RIMOWA will always be in my heart.”

A year before he joined Tiffany & Co., in December 2020, Alexandre announced his engagement to girlfriend Geraldine Guyot, the founder of accessories label D’Estrëe. He shared a photo of the two on Instagram and wrote, “Engaged to my soulmate and my best friend 💍♾.”

They married in June 2021 at a town hall ceremony in Paris before hosting a larger wedding in Venice, Italy in October 2021, per Tatler . The star-studded guest list included Pharrell Williams , Beyoncé and Jay-Z .

In 2023, Alexandre and Guyot welcomed their first child together. He revealed the news during an interview with The Week while discussing the presence of Tiffany & Co. in big moments.

“We are able to be present in peoples’ lives from very early on. Sometimes even from birth," he said. I just had a baby and I received a lot of Tiffany birth presents. So, that’s amazing. We are one of the few brands, if not the only brand, that is able to do that.”

In spring 2024, Alexandre joined the LVMH board.

Frédéric Arnault, 28

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Bernard and Mercier welcomed their second son, Frédéric Arnault, on Nov. 7, 1995.

Like his brother Alexandre, Frédéric attended École Polytechnique and graduated with a degree in computational and applied mathematics in 2018, per his LinkedIn . He held internships at McKinsey & Company and Facebook before assuming the position of head of connected technologies at TAG Heuer. He’s been promoted twice and was appointed CEO of the watch brand in July 2020.

According to an October 2021 interview with The New York Times , Frédéric wanted to be an architect as a child but, at age 15, decided to be an entrepreneur. With all his siblings working at LVMH, he also shared that they often discuss business when they’re together.

Frédéric and Alexandre joined their elder siblings on the LVMH board in spring 2024, appointed by their father, and Frédéric was named managing director of the family holding company Financiere Agache in June 2024.

“Ninety-five percent of the time, we talk about business,” he said. “It was always like that. Growing up we talked about studies a lot, sport, music, politics, but business was still the main topic of discussion.”

In his spare time, Frédéric told The New York Times he likes to play backgammon and chess. He also enjoys playing the piano and once performed with the Moscow Philharmonic, but now, with a successful business career, he said, “it’s hard to practice enough.”

“Music is like meditation,” he added. “It allows me to focus on something else.”

In August 2024, K-pop group BLACKPINK's singer Lisa was photographed on a yacht with Frédéric and his family, fueling romance rumors.

Jean Arnault, 25

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Bernard and Mercier welcomed their youngest son, Jean Arnault, in October 1998.

According to his LinkedIn , Jean has two master's degrees: one in mechanical engineering from Imperial College London and one in financial mathematics from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). He interned at McLaren Racing and Morgan Stanley before joining Louis Vuitton in 2021 as the director of marketing and development in the watch division.

In a March 2022 interview with the Financial Times , Jean said that he credits his brother Frédéric with sparking his initial interest in watches.

“I was a student in London when Frédéric started working at TAG Heuer,” he recalled. “We have a close relationship and he started talking to me about the new watches and all the different things he was working on. I was fascinated. And that’s really the turning point. Once you start getting interested in it, it’s a bit of a rabbit hole.”

Jean is currently in a relationship with the daughter of Parisian nobles Zita d'Hauteville, who is a partner manager at YouTube. The couple often share posts about each other on Instagram, including birthday tributes and snaps from vacation .

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