Comporta Bliss

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About the Work

Comporta is a picturesque fishing village that attracts those seeking a relaxed and artistic community. Often compared to Brigitte Bardot's Saint-Tropez in the 1950s, Comporta is now a favorite destination of personalities like Jacques Grange, Farida Khelfa, François Dumas, the Espírito Santo family, and Madonna, who frequently shares photographs of her weekend beach outings and horseback riding in the dunes of nearby Carvalhal. The village is home to stunning beaches, rice paddies, and an ecosystem teeming with storks and frogs, all providing a serene backdrop to the rustic cabanas and thatched-roof huts that reflect Comporta's carefree lifestyle. Architects and designers have taken inspiration from this unique setting, creating homes that blend interior and exterior spaces in delightful ways. Comporta Bliss showcases the region's characteristic cobalt blue, from the sky and sea to the walls, shutters, and design pieces that adorn its homes, both picturesque and bold. Experience the beauty and joy of simplicity through the pages of Comporta Bliss.

About the Author

Carlos Souza, the worldwide brand ambassador for Valentino, has been a fashion industry insider for over four decades. He began his career as a photographer for Interview, photographing fashion shows for Andy Warhol. Souza is also a fixture in the art world and a contributing editor for Interview. He has recently launched his own line of jewelry, Most Wanted Design, inspired by his refined taste and passion for fashion. His book, #Carlos’s Places, was published by Assouline in 2014.

Charlene Shorto was born in Recife, Brazil, and educated in Switzerland and Great Britain. She married Carlos Souza and had two sons, Sean and Anthony. The family moved to Rome, where Charlene worked in fashion with Valentino and became the director of Oliver by Valentino, traveling around the world to attend press and fashion show events. Currently, Charlene resides in Lisbon, a city she has loved since childhood and where she has many dear friends. She has been visiting Comporta since her teenage years and this book showcases her passion for photography and her unique perspective on nature and decor.

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