Beautiful storefronts always catch my eye, but I found this one particularly beautiful. I love gilded signage; the glass is painted on the reverse side. The technique is called églomisé and was very popular during the art nouveau period.
Catherine Deneuve’s 18th century country estate is on the market for 3.9 million euros. Located just 75 kilometers outside Paris this gorgeous property sits on the banks of the Eure river. The surrounding garden and park were designed by world-renowned landscape architect Jacques Wirtz, who also renovated the Tuileries garden in…
Every December, Christmas markets pop-up around the city – offering everything from ornaments for your tree to beautiful gifts and delicious treats. A holiday tradition not to be missed!
I just love stumbling upon these sort of street scenes in Paris – everything from the classic Inglesina pram, to the Fragonard shopping bag, to the leopard print coat is high-end French style. Even the baby is decked out in a fur-trimmed ensemble from Tartine et Chocolat. It’s a nice start…
If you’re familiar with Azzedine Alaia, you understand perfectly Cher’s distress at the thought of laying down in a greasy parking lot wearing one of his creations. This Tunisia-born couturier came to Paris in the late 1950s, and he has been a staple on the fashion front ever since. Although…
I began my blog in 2008 as a fun and creative outlet to share musings about my time in Paris, the things I love, making the most of your travels, and how to bring everyday France into your everyday life—no matter where you live.
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