Month: March 2019

Figurative art can be discovered at the Galerie Schwab Beaubourg

Paris is full of art galleries of all kinds, left bank as well as right. A few steps from the Pompidou Center, where art flourishes, Thierry Schwab and his son Edward inaugurated a 170m2 space 7 years ago. This is the Galerie Schwab Beaubourg. Specializing in neo-expressionism and visionary art, only leading figures from the art world exhibit there. A treat for fans of paintings and sculptures! The Schwab Beaubourg Gallery, conducive to calm and relaxation, makes us discover at each exhibition artists more talented than the others. And more than a dream to exhibit there! The gallery's asset is its specialization in neo-expressionism and visionary art. These two forms of figurative art favor the expression of emotions, feelings, with force and poetry, rather than the objective representation of reality. This year, after three exhibitions with very distinct characters, that of Marc Petit, designated as one of the greatest living sculptors, that of Yves Crenn, an outstanding pastellist and that of Gao Zengli, one of the portrait painters ...

EKYOG: the favorite brand of committed Parisians 

For 15 years, EKYOG has been offering collections that respect nature and women. With its motto “look good, feel good, do good”, the brand targets dynamic women who are looking for a neat style but above all, concerned about the environment. EKYOG was born in 2003, from the desire to create a fashion brand respectful of nature, women and men. Since then, what drives the founders of the brand - Nathalie and Louis-Marie Vaulthier - every day, is to offer their customers collections with extra soul combining fashion and ethics. If the design of Ekyog branded clothing is constantly intended to be a source of sustainable creation, they are nonetheless in tune with the times! Dresses in natural fibers, waistcoats with enveloping materials, organic cotton T-shirts and other timeless jeans, not to mention the wide range of accessories (jewelry, belts, shoes, etc.), the house offers chic and refined pieces. Moreover, our crush goes to the brand's new collection, a true tale of an autumn afternoon, where we wrap ourselves in very soft bi-material sweaters, ...

Cubanito Ibiza: the perfect destination for a hot weekend 2 hours from Paris

The Cubanito hotel has taken the surprising and successful bet of importing the atmosphere of… Miami to the heart of the most beautiful island in the Balearic archipelago! The result completely won us over: the place is unmissable. Proof by 3. Proof number 1: Ibiza is a magical island For those who don't know, Ibiza is the island of all delights, both visual and sensual. The long afternoons of idleness are lived on Spanish time under a smiling sun, superb beaches are available around the island, gastronomy infiltrates the tables of the restaurants... And, small detail which will seduce more than one: in Ibiza, the market hippies rule. The culture of china, flea markets and finds dominates. Notice to amateurs, leave with empty suitcases, to be able to fill them! Proof number 2: the Cubanito is unique The Cubanito is one of those addresses that we treasure, once unearthed. The decor immerses guests in the festive Miami of the 50s, imbued with an explosive Cuban culture …

Privé de Dessert: the trompe-l'oeil restaurant that shakes up the codes

For several years now, Privé de Dessert has reigned supreme as the king of trompe-l'oeil dishes. Building on their success, the brand has opened a second Parisian address, a stone's throw from the Marché d'Aligre... Privé de Dessert is a trompe-l'oeil restaurant that offers dishes that look like desserts, and pastries that strangely resemble dishes. It has been fooling thousands of gourmets for five years now with its playful dishes. In this cozy restaurant with modern decor, the floating island turns out to be pasta with very regressive truffles, the cone of churros is nothing but a portion of fries and the spaghetti carbonara, a lemon meringue pie. Dishes as tasty as they are original! This gastronomic visual deception has moreover seduced more than one, since, victim of its own success, the Sephora Nahon and Sophie Journo brand opened a second address in the 12th arrondissement last June, after their first table, at Pigalle. A generous kitchen, homemade recipes with fresh products combined with attentive service, this is the winning combination of this original concept that …

Our 10 confidential addresses found near Saint-Honoré

Rue Saint Honoré and Rue du Faubourg-Saint-Honoré alone represent the beating heart of fashionable Paris. In addition to all the high-flying luxury shopping, they are home to superb mansions with opulent facades, to be admired as you walk along... Paris Select reveals the confidential brands of this sumptuous thoroughfare. Maison Michel Since 1936, Maison Michel has been styling heads with its modern and super-sophisticated hats and hair accessories. Models that have now become essential and prized by both socialites and fashion personalities. Maison Michel, 22 rue Cambon, 75001 Paris. 01 45 08 94 62 Exemplaire Initially specializing in luxury knitwear and fine leather goods for men, Exemplaire extends its conception of luxury to lifestyle: complete men's wardrobe, limited series of craft objects, travel essentials and even fragrances … Copy, 334 rue Saint Honoré, 75001 Paris. 01 42 61 35 17 Montagut Since its creation in 1880, the French brand Montagut, located at 15, Place du Marché Saint-Honoré, offers beautiful …

10 exceptional watches spotted for lovers of fine watchmaking

Ultra-thin watches, cuffs and other deliciously regressive pieces... Focus on the women's models that stood out at the 29th Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie, last month in Geneva, and which will make 2019 shine. Audemars Piguet Audemars Piguet unveils a Very special Royal Oak. In addition to the 32 2,24-carat baguette sapphires arranged all around the dial, its bracelet has a sparkling "frosted gold" effect. The delicate skeleton work of the movement is a true masterpiece, not to mention the performance of the two balances assembled on the same axis… Precision and stability are still the watchwords. Girard Perregaux Feminine and mischievous, this Cat's Eye watch, simply enhanced with a poetic plum blossom, attracts all eyes thanks to the purity of its design and its deep blue color. Richard Mille The house of Richard Mille unveils a creation that is more gourmet than usual with this watch that looks like deliciously regressive marshmallows… Parmigiani Fleurier At Parmigiani Fleurier, we love their style imbued with ingenuity and elegance, combined with a …

Our favorite addresses for a post-winter makeover

The capital has no shortage of salons and other small confidential boudoirs to offer you a dream complexion, a star haircut or a doe look... A short summary of the best Parisian addresses to sublimate you! – Montecino Le Salon, Spa & Barbier Montecino is the very first Aveda Lifestyle Salon in France. Located in the heart of the capital – rue du Louvre – this holistic and Ayurvedic temple of 300 m2 is dedicated to Beauty. It's hard to make a choice, between enhancing your hair with Aveda colors based on natural ingredients, Indian massages, Beauty of the hands or Beauty of the feet... For those who have already started their 2019 summer bikini challenge , the firm offers a high-end palpate-roll program with visible results very quickly. The facial treatments are also sensational, performed by experienced practitioners very attentive to our needs. At the end, we can find all the products used in the shop area and follow the valuable recommendations of the team to find those that suit us...