le 23 Janvier, 2026
Each week, the Paris Postcard shares what’s new, noteworthy, and utterly enchanting in the City of Light. Paris in late January has a particular charm—quieter streets, a wintry light, and a calendar filled with cultural pleasures for those who know where to look. This week, the city offers a beautifully eclectic mix of tradition, spectacle, art, and style.
The beloved Coquille Saint-Jacques Festival returns on January 24–25, 2026, bringing a taste of Brittany to the heart of Montmartre. It’s the perfect excuse to climb up to Place des Abbesses, where the Côtes-d’Armor showcase their finest—scallops at their peak, Breton tradition, local terroir, and a lively, convivial atmosphere. Expect the air to carry a hint of sea breeze… and iodine.
For something entirely different, Rétromobile (classic car show) opens January 28 at Porte de Versailles, where collectors, designers, and enthusiasts gather to celebrate automotive history. Adding to the excitement, Christie’s auction brings a note of glamour and competition—proof that Parisian passion extends well beyond art and fashion.
Art lovers should make a point to visit to the Greuze exhibition at the Petit Palais, as it’s closing January 29. His intimate, emotionally charged paintings feel especially fitting in winter—tender, contemplative, and unmistakably French.
At the Musée des Arts Décoratifs, a spectacular new exhibition — “1925-2025: One Hundred Years of Art Déco” — celebrates the centenary of the Art Déco movement, with a special focus on the legendary Orient Express. Running through April 26, 2026, the show brings together furniture, jewelry, posters, fashion, and immersive design environments that trace how elegance and innovation defined an era. A restored Orient Express carriage and visionary scale models evoke the romance of travel and the refined language of early 20th-century aesthetics — a perfect cultural complement to winter in Paris. Ticket tip: reserve online in advance, especially for weekend visits, as this exhibition is expected to draw large crowds.
At the Palais Galliera, La Silhouette en Robe (Dress Silhouette) traces the evolution of fashion through form and movement. It’s a reminder that French style is not about trends, but about line, proportion, and restraint.
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Earlier in the week, I shared the story of how my own name unexpectedly sparked my lifelong love of France — a small classroom moment that turned into a lasting fascination.
And, for a bit of nostalgia, see my 2009 walking tour of Montmarte with my sweet friend Alexandra.
xoxo, Jeannine
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