Many Easter traditions in France are different from those in the United States. In France, for example, there is no Easter bunny.
Ninety percent of the population in France is Roman-Catholic and it's safe to say that a church sits at center of every community. According to French Easter ...
Culture and Tradition
Valentino: The Last Emperor
Last night, I saw the newly released film Valentino: The Last Emperor by American Director Matt Tyrnauer.
The Last Emperor is a retrospective of Valentino's career, featuring the evolution of his fashion house and his relationship with long time partner Giancarlo Giametti.
This is a "must-see" ...
Guibert
I don't know anyone who doesn't enjoy shopping in Paris. It's a rewarding experience on so many levels. Personally, I love the specialty boutiques and the quality of the merchandise found within. For the equestrian, I recommend Guibert located at 22, avenue Victor Hugo.
Guibert offer everything ...
Henri IV: My Favorite French King
I’ve always been fascinated by Henri IV. He is my favorite French king, and in my view, he is most responsible for the traditions of artistry and luxury that have become emblematic of France. While many are familiar with the extravagant lifestyles of Louis XIV, Louis XVI, and Marie Antoinette, few ...
Au Nom de la Rose
Au Nom de la Rose offers beautiful multi-colored bouquets, ranging from 25 to 50 euros. With boutiques sprouting up all over Paris, one can easily indulge.
This boutique at 7, avenue Mozart sits alongside my bus stop. The lovely assortment of roses spill onto the sidewalk and I find them hard to ...
The Estate of the Comte de Paris
One of my favorite things to do is attend auctions and auction previews. It’s a great opportunity to see an assortment of rare objects, to learn price points and, on occasion, to make a purchase.
So, when I read that Christie’s was auctioning remnants from the estate of the late Count and ...
