The legend of St. Tropez begins with a dog, a rooster and a martyr; and it leads to movie stars, world-famous artists and prominent writers. Located on the sparkling French Riviera, St. Tropez has been in the spotlight for more than half a century, both for better and worse, with celebrities flocking to this idyllic spot for its beaches and a dose of Mediterranean sunshine. A picturesque oasis, St. Tropez has served as inspiration for a who's who of notable writers from Françoise Sagan to Colette; as well as renowned artists Paul Signac and Henri Matisse; and even filmmakers. However, St. Tropez would not be the same without the belle du jour Brigitte Bardot, her films and lovers and many other famous couples, including Annabel and Bernard Buffet and Bianca and Mick Jagger.

St Tropez Soleil guides readers through its legendary past and ever-evolving present. With annual mainstays like Les Bravades and Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez, as well as exclusive events like a Chanel fashion show at the typically Tropezian café Sénéquier and the White Party at Nikki Beach, started by Naomi Campbell. But despite all these changes, the spirit of St Tropez remains the same and this volume is an ode to the unique joie de vivre that keeps everyone coming back.

St. Tropez Soleil has 300 pages and measures 28 x 33 x 3.5 cm.