le 27 Fevrier, 2026
Your Paris Postcard has arrived, bringing you the city’s early-spring stirrings, cultural highlights, and small seasonal pleasures.
Paris is quietly showing signs of early spring. Heavy rains and unseasonably warm weather this month have awakened the city’s flora ahead of schedule. Magnolias and early cherry blossoms are already beginning to bloom in gardens like the Jardin du Luxembourg and Parc Monceau, bringing a hint of color to morning walks and afternoon café moments. The Seine is flowing onto the quays—an annual rite of spring.
One of the season’s most rewarding cultural experiences is unfolding at the Petit Palais. The Art of Making is an immersive, free exhibition weaving together the craft traditions of Paris and Berlin in celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Chambre de Métiers et de l’Artisanat. Showcasing 73 artisans across eras—from Art Nouveau to Art Deco to contemporary design—the exhibition highlights the evolving dialogue between heritage skills and innovative vision. You’ll find fashion, furniture, ceramics, jewelry, and more in this thoughtful tribute to craftsmanship. This exhibit closes March 1, so don’t delay. If you go, please look up my dear friend Kostia. His furniture, lighting, and interior objects are like no other – each piece tells a story and exudes craftsmanship.
If you’re the near the Franklin Roosevelt metro station, you’ll want to check out Lacoste Café. After a very successful pop-up at the Shangra-La hotel last year, the first permanent cafe has opened, and it’s every bit as polished and sporty as you’d expect, blending chic athletic style with all-day dining, ranging from eggs Benedict and granola in the morning to salads, burgers, and club sandwiches at lunch. Attention! A café visit will make you long for tickets to the French Open.
Opera lovers (like me) are also well served this week. Bizet’s Carmen is playing at the Opéra Bastille, filling the stage with passion and drama that resonates long after the final chord. It’s a modern take on Bizet’s classic, but taking in a live performance is one of those quintessential Paris evenings not to miss. P.S. – enjoy dinner or a late night snack at Bofinger before or after the performance.
Despite looking forward to spring, fall fashion seems to be on everyone’s mind, as Paris Fashion Week — Women’s (Fall/Winter 2026–27) begins March 2, and the city is already buzzing. Editors, designers, and fashion insiders are everywhere—café terraces, boutiques, sidewalks—hinting at trends, setting the tone for the season ahead, and necessitating reservations at Paris’s chicest venues. It is always fun to be in Paris during fashion week—whether you’re going to the shows or not. I can hardly wait to see what’s in store.
From a swelling Seine and early blossoms to craftsmanship and couture, this week in Paris offers both unexpected moments and timeless experiences.
#ICYMI
Earlier in the week, I shared a review of Les Parfums—and if you love thoughtful, quietly moving films about memory, aging, and human connection, you’ll definitely want to seek it out.
For a touch of nostalgia and some insider tips, take a look at last year’s post, La Vie en Rose – ‘Tis the Season for Cherry Blossoms in Paris, which rounds up all the best spots to catch the city’s early blooms. Bring your camera!
xoxo, Jeannine
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