Month: July 2019

Where to find the perfect summer hat?

The ideal accessory to dress up an outfit, the hat represents the extra touch that completes a look. In summer, our choice is easily Panama hats, while in winter, felt hats are our preference, but there are many models for every occasion... Here are our must-haves, found at the pretty Parisian brand Courtois. For a wedding If there is one occasion where you can afford to pull out all the stops, it's for a wedding. For a deliciously retro touch of fantasy, opt for the Coco model. Its bell shape is reminiscent of the 20s and the rooster feathers that adorn it bring additional refinement. Made of felt, it is more suitable for a winter event. Coco, 470 euros. At a vernissage Between the beret and the cap, the Ernestine model is resolutely arty. We wear it slightly on the side and we assume this creation that is out of the ordinary. With, we dare a frank look with high waisted pants, daring colors or even a long trench coat. Our inspiration? Jane Birkin! Ernestina...

How to spend a great summer in Paris?

For Parisians who don't have the chance to go on vacation, or for tourists looking for exceptional addresses that are still confidential, Paris Select reveals the secret gardens in which to stroll, the swimming pools in which to bask and the trendy restaurants in truster… The Gardens of the Rodin Museum The gardens of the Rodin Museum are a treasure for anyone who wants to see them! With a surface area of ​​three hectares, they bring together a rose garden, a huge central flowerbed, a large terrace, and an isolated space conducive to relaxation. Particularly calm and relaxing, the Garden offers many green alcoves where you can find, in the heart of Paris, an ideal tranquility to read a book or simply sit and sunbathe… Rodin Museum, 77 Rue de Varenne, 75007 Paris. The gardens of the Museum of Romantic Life The Museum of Romantic Life, in the heart of the 9th arrondissement, lives up to its name. The garden and the greenhouse are a cocoon of greenery that welcomes us for a light lunch or a gourmet tea time. This year, the Rose Bakery house will settle in this magnificent place. A …

Sunday is brunch! Direction 46 & 3rd

Met on the benches of the prestigious culinary school Le Cordon Bleu, Serra and Danielle – 2 brunch enthusiasts – decided to join forces and open their own restaurant 46 & 3rd, in the heart of the 3rd arrondissement, at Arts et Métiers . Serra and Danielle shared the same passion for brunch. From this obsession was born 46 & 3rd, a coffee-shop with a distinct New York spirit, replacing the former Cantine California. Open daily from 9 a.m. to 17 p.m., this very cozy spot is the perfect address for net-workers and other freelancers who enjoy working for hours on end in front of their laptop, long coffee in hand. The duo at the helm of the establishment has concocted a fine menu of homemade dishes (which changes each season) with well-sourced products. On the program: the best pancakes in Paris – both sweet and savory! – but also crazy eggs Benedict, a superb belly bun sandwich, classic burger and fries and other avocado toasts… For sweet tooths, the carrot cupcake is…

Enghien-les-Bains: a chic trip 20 minutes from Paris

For a getaway just 20 minutes from Paris: head to Enghien-les-Bains! The Barrière casino, its chic hotels, its spa, its lake and the charms of its city will make you spend a magical moment, far from the hustle and bustle of Paris... Known internationally for its casino, Enghien-les-Bains represents an oasis of peace. Its position is strategic: just 14 kilometers from Paris. With its lake and Art Deco architecture, it's hard not to succumb to the charm of this pretty spa town! For a short stay, opt for the Grand Hotel and the Hotel du Lac. These two establishments of the Barrière group, a stone's throw from the casino, have major advantages. At the Grand Hotel, we find authenticity and elegance with its charming garden and its footbridge which leads to the spa. The Hôtel du Lac has a breathtaking view of the latter! – The Diane Barrière spa To relax and disconnect from reality, you can relax in the very luxurious Diane Barrière spa. Designed like Roman terms, this huge space dedicated to well-being (3500 …

Our selection of the most beautiful bags for the summer 

Rather than adopting fast fashion and buying yet another black dress or a pair of sneakers (which you already have 36 times) on sale, choose instead to invest in a beautiful piece, which you will keep for years! And since the handbag represents a safe bet of this kind, Paris Select has selected 4 sharp claws, so that everyone can find what they are looking for. Galeries Lafayette As far as bags are concerned, Galeries Lafayette offers a multitude of brands – both renowned and confidential – the department store also has its own line of leather goods that has nothing to envy to the biggest luxury houses. Shopping bags, saddlebags, clutches… Design pieces, resolutely in tune with the times, and at a very affordable price. Not taking advantage of the sales to have a look would be a big mistake! Galeries Lafayette, 40 Boulevard Haussmann, 75009 Paris. 01 42 82 34 56 GabriElle If you like beautiful, unique and customizable leather bags, GabriElle is made for you! In this authentic…

Our best addresses for your jewelry transformations and creation of custom-made pieces

You have a beautiful jewel sleeping in a drawer (just waiting to be dusted off!) and you want to wear a unique and original creation for an important event... Paris Select has unearthed the best jewelers in Paris offering a transformation and tailor-made high-end creation. Galeries Lafayette – Royal Quartz Paris At Royal Quartz at Galeries Lafayette, Paola Lambert is at the helm of the bespoke jewelery creation and transformation service. Whatever your dream, this nimble-fingered magician turns it into reality! Thus, revisiting a transmitted piece of jewelry represents a way of creating a unique piece of jewelry, and in an eco-responsible way! For example, you can have a pendant made from a brooch, earrings from a ring, a necklace with a pocket watch chain, or even change a frame to modernize the style. of a piece... Designing a creation that looks like you is a whole other story... A way to invest yourself personally and emotionally in a symbolic piece...

Sunday is brunch! Head to Brasserie Bellanger

In the heart of the 10th arrondissement, the Brasserie Bellanger offers 100% homemade French bistro cuisine. Since its opening a few months ago, the restaurant has been a victim of its success and for good reason, with its very low prices and its superb sunny terrace, it is a real pleasure to sit there. Zoom on their Sunday brunch which is well worth the detour. When Charly and Victor, great cooking enthusiasts, come across the cookbook of Marie-Louise Bellanger, Charly's great-great aunt, they discover (well-kept) secrets of traditional local recipes to die for. They then choose to make good use of them and put them to the benefit of Parisians by going from theory to practice with products from small producers, selected with care. Each week, Brasserie Bellanger renews its menu and never ceases to amaze with the quality of the dishes and their low prices. A recipe for success, very reminiscent of that of the Big Mamma group whose two founders are none other than the mentors of Charly and Victor. On the menu …