Month: January 2020

Valentine's Day: 3 great addresses if he's crazy about shoes

The adage says that you recognize the elegance of a man by his watch and… by his shoes. If your partner is a fan of chic shoes, we suggest you take a look at his 3 ultra select claws, on which he can only set his sights. – Bertino & Olivier Recognized for creating incredible patinas, the Bertino & Olivier boutique specializes in shoes and accessories for men. The DNA of the house? A love of top-of-the-range leather placed at the service of the creation of original shoes aimed at the modern, elegant and refined man, a bit dandy… Within their setting – a stone's throw from the Place de l'Étoile – we discover a whole range of shoes, sneakers, messenger bags, belts, jewelry and other watches, customizable with the colors and patinas that best suit each customer. We like: the craftsmanship with quality leathers, in the workshop at the very back of the store! Bertino & Olivier, 85 avenue de Wagram, 75017 Paris. 01 74 30 41 20 – Edward …

Djula, the darling jeweler of VIP's

A young Parisian house, Djula quickly established itself as a benchmark in the industry thanks to its superb ethical jewellery. Collections that take up the codes of traditional jewelry, while following the latest trends to the letter. – History Under the impetus of Alexandre Corrot, Djula builds its collections like true works of art. In its beginnings, in 1997, the brand was centered on costume jewelry before turning to jewelry with pure and graphic lines. The idea? Offer diamond jewelry but at affordable prices that can be worn on a daily basis. In other words, a way of disembourging the big names of Place Vendôme. The first store opened on rue des Saints-Pères in the heart of Saint-Germain-des-Prés. A first showcase that will be quickly followed by others, in the chic districts of the capital: towards the Madeleine, Saint-Honoré, Haussmann, Passy... – The values ​​of the house Beyond the codes of traditional jewelry, the he spirit of this jewelry store is that of a young Parisian house that sets trends while being part of …

The best spots for glamorous Parisian eroticism

If it is undeniably the city of love and romance, Paris is also the capital of eroticism! Because under its wise airs, the City of Light is much more frivolous than it seems. Here are some activities to do as a couple to get a bit excited… – Spend the evening at Secret Square A unique place in the capital, Secret Square is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year with great fanfare. The first (and only!) restaurant-cabaret offers, in parallel to its sensual shows, a refined and aphrodisiac menu which has won the loyalty of a large number of followers. With the selection of grand cru wines and vintage champagne, the dinner sets the tone well. Then just go down a few steps to admire the show of dancers in their undress, for an alluring show that lasts… until dawn! Secret Square, 27 Avenue des Ternes, 75017 Paris. 01 47 66 45 00 – Attend a show at the Crazy Horse To get your evening off to a good start, the Crazy Horse is the ideal spot. Here vulgarity has no place, all we admire are the pretty ones...

DAMMANN Frères: which tea to choose for an effective detox?

In winter, two schools compete. Those who will never say no to a good hot chocolate and others, who swear by tea. For this last group, discover our favorites of the season at DAMMANN Frères. A true pioneer in the field of luxury tea, DAMMANN Frères offers quality teas and infusions. The brand highlights the most diverse tastes, to satisfy all palates. Citrus fruits, flowers, exotic fruits, red, spicy, woody or mint fruits etc… - White tea Among our favorites, we can mention the white tea 'Passion de Fleurs'. Raised with aromas of rose, apricot and passion fruit, it is delicate and fragrant to perfection. - Black tea For those who prefer teas with character, bet on blacks such as 'Highlands Breakfast' or 'Jardin Bleu'. Its delicious notes of rhubarb and wild strawberries make it an iconic fragrance that must be tested. - Green tea Finally, green tea aficionados cannot be disappointed by the classic 'Touareg' à la…

Prepare for the sales: our best tips to be on top

This Wednesday January 11 marks the start of the winter sales. The perfect moment to upgrade your style, with a lot of panache ... To manage your budget like a pro and never find yourself with duplicates in the closet, we have prepared the 10 commandments of Parisiennes to make the best deals. Follow the leader ! - 1. Take inventory of your wardrobe Since our wardrobe is already packed, we forget the Kleenex fashion and we take advantage of the sales to buy beautiful pieces at discounted prices, which we would never have been able to afford. offer otherwise. The 15th little black dress and the 3rd pair of navy blue velvet sandals, we forget! It's time for great basics that we will keep for years to come, so go for a nice pair of Givenchy boots or a white Hermès branded shirt, a real investment. From now on, we scan our closet, we anticipate our purchases and it is our wallet that will be grateful to us. - 2. Identify the 10 basics that you don't ...

8 restaurants that will delight fans of Italian cuisine 

With its many flavors and quality products, Italian cuisine is clearly one of the most popular! Proof of this is the fact that trattorias are constantly springing up in our capital… Paris Select reveals its favorite addresses for enjoying pastas, pizzas and other burratas. – For lovers of high Italian gastronomy… Il Carpaccio Il Carpaccio, the restaurant of the Royal Monceau hotel has just acquired its first star! At the head of this emblematic place of Italian gastronomy, the couple of Italian Chefs Oliver Piras and Alessandra Del Favero wish to transmit their universe in the most Parisian of Palaces. On the program: convivial Italian gourmet cuisine, through an exclusive menu created with the family of Da Vittorio***. And to make you live an exceptional moment, the two Chefs delight their guests by preparing their Signature dishes in a “live show”. To make your mouth water, we will mention the famous amberjack tartare “Al Verde” style, the truffled beef carpaccio or the pumpkin risotto with langoustines…

Fancy a healthy brunch? Direction Le Plaza Athénée

This fall, the Plaza Athénée is innovating by launching a brand new “Well-being” brunch. Created by chefs Philippe Marc, Alexandre Dufeu, Guillaume Cabrol and Angelo Musa. Every Saturday, Acai bowls, detox juice, cereals… This one gives pride of place to healthy foods. A new unmissable event for epicureans! In the majestic Plaza breakfast room, we start the healthy brunch with detox water. Before continuing with a hot drink and fresh fruit juice. The table is then adorned with a selection of special breads with or without gluten. This is the creation of chef baker Guillaume Cabrol! Vegetable or homemade coconut butter as well as a seasonal fruit cut by the fruit chef Jorge Ferreira. And very special mention for the Brioche and the Kouglof, just exquisite! CHEFS CREATIONS Good news for cereal lovers, here they are presented in all their forms: Overnight oat, Porridge or Granola. Prepared by the minute on the "Atelier Healthy Bowl" trolley, you can also ...