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Prenons une promenade dans le Jardin du Luxembourg Prenons une promenade dans le Jardin du Luxembourg. #jardinduluxembourg #parisgardens #autumninparis #fallvibes🍁 #parisjetaime
Early October in Paris…my absolute favorite time o Early October in Paris…my absolute favorite time of year — blue skies, leaves just beginning to turn, and weather still warm enough for a light jacket and a leisurely terrace lunch. J’adore 🍂🍃🍁 #ParisInOctober #EarlyAutumn #ParisLove #FallInParis #ParisVibes
If you’re in Paris this week, add the Foire de Cha If you’re in Paris this week, add the Foire de Chatou @foiredechatou to your list of things to do. Whether you’re a serious shopper or just browsing, it’s so much fun because it truly has everything—from quirky bargains and vintage finds to high-end antiques and unexpected treasures that turn every aisle into a treasure hunt. The vendors are friendly, knowledgeable, and happy to share stories or haggle, creating a warm, festive atmosphere that feels more like a lively village gathering than a simple market. Moreover, there’s a food court offering delicious French fare. It’s also incredibly easy to get to from Paris via the RER A (with free shuttles from Rueil-Malmaison), so you can spend a full, relaxed day browsing without any travel hassle. #foiredechatou #frenchantiques #chineur #parisantiques #vintagefinds
Paris is such a walkable city. There are so many b Paris is such a walkable city. There are so many beautiful things to see and wonderful gardens to visit. The Tuileries Garden is one of many places to slow down and experience slowly. It’s absolutely stunning. .
I absolutely love fresh flowers in my home. Pickin I absolutely love fresh flowers in my home. Picking up a fresh bouquet has become a bit of a tradition for me — a habit I borrowed from the French. From my very first visit to Paris, I couldn’t help but notice how almost every home had at least one small vase of blooms on the table. Markets overflowed with them, people carried them home like groceries, and even the simplest apartments were made more beautiful because of it. To me, it’s emblematic of how the French treat the ordinary as worthy of care and just one example of how I bring everyday France into my everyday life—daily routines a little more intentional, without needing a special occasion. What’s one tiny “French” habit you’ve quietly adopted into your days? #everydayfrance #bouquet #bouquetdefleurs #traderjoes #fleurs
Are you a morning person? I am. Most days I wak Are you a morning person? I am. Most days I wake up between 5 and 5:30. And when I’m in Paris, the first thing I do is step outside for a walk. Empty streets. Empty cafes. Shutters still closed. A golden light just starting to touch the rooftops. It’s the best time to see the city and one of the few times you can have it nearly all to yourself. #parismonamour #leftbank #morninglight #quietluxury #morningwalk
Foire de Chatou starts this weekend and if you hav Foire de Chatou starts this weekend and if you haven’t been, I highly encourage you to go. Last year I went for the first time with my sweet friend Katherine @rue.dauphine.paris, and we spent hours wandering the aisles — over 300 exhibitors, countless antiques, vintage finds, art, silver, furniture… heaven for anyone who loves a good hunt. It’s held on the beautiful Île des Impressionnistes in Chatou (just west of Paris), the very island where Renoir painted Le Déjeuner des canotiers (Luncheon of the Boating Party). I recommend arriving early—there’s so much to see! It’s open daily 10am–7pm from September 25 to October 4. Admission is €10. Getting there is super easy. I took the RER A from Étoile toward Saint-Germain-en-Laye, got off at Rueil-Malmaison, and walked about 15 minutes to the fair. (There’s also a free shuttle from the station if you prefer.) I took an Uber home. Highly recommend making a day of it — there’s a food court with a variety of delicious French fare, everything from beef bourguignon to oysters, charcuterie, and more. Have you been? What treasure did you find? #FoireDeChatou #AntiquesParis #Brocante #IleDesImpressionnistes #VintageFinds
Monday mood…dreaming of Paris. #seine #leftbank # Monday mood…dreaming of Paris. #seine #leftbank #leftbankbrasserie #rivegauche #bouquiniste
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