Month: February 2018

Excellence in decorative arts at Galerie Arcanes

At the heart of the Carré Rive Gauche, the Galerie Arcanes is currently exhibiting three contemporary artists who arouse curiosity through ambitious work on form and material. Originally specializing in the Decorative Arts of the 2003th century, since XNUMX it has been highlighting the best of decorators and cabinet makers. This year, let's follow closely this fascinating trio which has a bright future ahead of it… ◊ Hélène Morbu is a ceramicist. She founded a new formal language, her own, oscillating between delicacy of textures and rigor of lines. She works on contrast and relief, through a rich aesthetic vocabulary, which takes place off the beaten track. ◊ Jeanne Bonnefoy-Mercuriali, sculptor and ceramist, works sandstone and clay at the border between art and crafts. Impregnated by numerous trips, she infuses her creations with ancient, Yemeni or Palestinian influences. ◊ Pierre-Rémi Chauveau is a designer. Marked by very diverse influences, he plays with purity and contrast, most often using wood and ...

Ceviche variations at Cru, the exhilarating new address of Parmentier

In the heart of Parmentier, where Paris sees itself as a village, has just opened a concept restaurant, with exotic charm, we have named: CRU. As its name suggests, its leitmotif is no-cook fish. Discovery iodine. ◊ The decor Inspired by South America, it honors wood and spikes, here and there, colors in Mexico, patterns in Peru, music in Argentina… In dazzling tones, to bring back the sunny, we eat high perched on colorful stools, in a relaxed spirit in tune with the neighborhood's no-frills atmosphere. → The Raw plate, therefore, we will understand. For now, it is all about fish (but the meat will not be long, we were told). Around the ceviche, creative associations are being built, in perpetual renewal, according to the arrivals, the inspirations of the local artisans, the desires of the cooks. The result: a plate intelligently balanced between acid notes and the roundness of sweetness, a respected product, an astonishing and tasty fish. ♥ The heart The atmosphere, certainly. In the heat …

The 5 secret (and pretty) addresses of the editorial staff

By dint of surveying Paris to draw the substantive marrow (understand: the cream of the crop, the ultimate, the best of the best), the entire editorial staff has its little favorites, its favorite spots that it does not disclose not so easily ... Today, we share! To wear: Bégum, the elegant It is in the heart of the mythical Saint-Germain-des-Prés that Bégum presents its collection of shoes for women. The strong identity of its creations bring the brand onto the fashion scene through the front door. Bold and elegant lines, striking details, noble materials, French manufacture, by hand, in the family workshop ... all the elements of the great are there and appeal to the most demanding aesthetes. Practical information: 10 Rue du Pré aux Clercs, 75007 Paris - 09 86 33 93 05 → To embalm: Le Comptoir des savonniers, the princely By presenting its soaps like precious stones or candies that are consumed by weight, Le Comptoir des Savonniers uses fiber ...

One day rue de Rivoli

WALKING UNDER THE ARCADES This street with a triumphant name (that of a Napoleonic victory, to be precise) stretches from the Marais to the Place de la Concorde. Strolling under its arcades or along the Tuileries garden is a pretty walk, which offers both a vision of luxury Paris and opulent 19th century architecture. FIND AN ORIGINAL BAG Chez Perrin, at 3 rue d'Alger (perpendicular to Rivoli): its inimitable style mixes noble materials and a playful, mischievous spirit that cannot be found anywhere else. BRINGING GOURMET MEMORIES Sweet tooth, stop there! La Cure Gourmande is a plunge into the flavors of childhood. Small madeleines (from Proust), nougats, marshmallows or chocolate are offered in pretty boxes with old-fashioned designs. HUNTING A DESIGN OBJECT After visiting the Decorative Arts Museum, head to the boutique: it conceals little contemporary jewels that will make aesthetes lose their minds. BUY A GREAT FRENCH WINE Whether it is to learn about oenology or to bring back a vintage in your suitcase ...

3 Select 'addresses from the editor to wow the gallery

If, during your Parisian wanderings, you wanted to stop in front of a gallery window, and, who knows, buy a work there, where would you go? The rue de Seine? Seen and seen again. University street? Boring. Marsh ? Crowded. But then ... where? → The bobo address: the Club Sensible gallery, in Bastille. She exhibits illustrations, ceramics, embroidery, wall stickers and works of art that surprise, move, soften… here, we leave with our work under our arms, in an intimate and relaxed relationship to creation. Worth the detour ! Practical information: 2, rue des Taillandiers 75011 Paris → The poetic address: the Isabelle Delannoy gallery, in Saint Ouen Saint Ouen is a must-see destination for collectors of contemporary art and antiques. The Dauphine market is home to the lovely Isabelle Delannoy gallery, where you can discover the poetic works of the eponymous artist, who plays with the codes of the representation of reality. Practical information: 140, rue des Rosiers, 93400 Saint-Ouen ...

The To Do List of latecomers to succeed (anyway) on Valentine's Day

A month ago, you had a little idea. Two weeks ago you even spotted THE gift that would hit the mark ... yes but voila, time flies, and you are helpless in the face of the fateful date. Do not panic, Paris Select has prepared an Emergency Exit for the heads in the air and the forgetful of February 14. ♥ Option 1 (for her): flowers, sent directly to her office for a very romantic effect. This is the promise of Bergamot, who selects the most beautiful flowers to send them wherever you want. The bouquets are exquisitely tasteful, and the presentation (a nicely decorated conne) is perfect. ♥ Option 2 (for him): Peau de Bête eau de parfum from Liquide Imaginaire. On the one hand, the name will flatter his ego (always good with men), on the other hand the sensual and warm scent will capsize him. We love the blue chamomile and Cade wood notes. ♥ Option 3 (for all): chocolates (eternal winners: who is not ...

Djula: give him a unique gift

Let's not lie to ourselves: offering a loved one a piece of jewelry is already a very good point. To offer him one that celebrates him, via his first name that we cherish for example, it is a strike. Maison Djula, known for its daring and feminine creations, offers a vision of the alphabet that will seduce your other half. ♥ Alexandre Corrot - founder and Artistic Director of Maison DJULA - rethinks the alphabet: with a collection of 26 chokers with poetic pendants whose full and straight lines are reminiscent of English embroidery. Pieces with an offbeat romanticism and electrified by the metallic sparkle of white gold and diamonds. To wear day and night ... -15% on this collection on the occasion of Valentine's Day. Visit one of the DJULA stores!