Month: January 2022

A walk in the district of Saint-Germain-des-Prés

Saint-Germain-des-Prés undoubtedly represents one of the most romantic districts of Paris in the capital. Formerly the epicenter of Parisian intellectual and philosophical tumult where Jean-Paul Sartre, Simone de Beauvoir and Boris Vian spawned, the Saint-Germain district today owes its letters of nobility to its inimitable charm. From Saint-Sulpice to Saint-André des Arts, art galleries and designer boutiques follow one another. Saint-Germain-des-Prés revolves around its famous church. Just opposite, you can sit down on the Deux Magots terrace for a gourmet break. Other famous cafés sit enthroned on Boulevard Saint-Germain, such as the mythical Café de Flore and the LIPP. On this same boulevard, you can indulge in a quality shopping session! Zadig & Voltaire, Ralph Lauren, Burberry, Liu Jo, Hugo Boss, The Kooples, De Fursac, Cartier… All the most cutting-edge labels are present. The district invites you to take a life-saving stroll with an existentialist aura from rue Bonaparte to the Pont des Arts via rue du Four, which is also full of …

The 7 trendiest hotels for VIPs

The Fashion Week gong sounded yesterday in the fashion capital! Aesthetic thrills and other couture emotions will, once again, spread through the City of Light… Here are the 7 trendy hotels in Paris where the VIPs stay during this special week. – The most luxurious: Cheval Blanc Paris The Cheval Blanc Paris hotel opened its doors last September. Revamped over five years by renowned architect Peter Marino, it is now ready to welcome beautiful people! This first Parisian 5-star hotel from the LVMH group is proving to be a real gem. Decorated with Parisian elegance, the rooms have a unique view of the Seine and some even of the Eiffel Tower as their common denominator. The most demanding customers can rent one of the 7 rooms with a terrace. And to go even further… the 1000 m² duplex penthouse with swimming pool, garden and cinema! Let it be said, no hotel had ever offered such an incredible experience to its guests. 8 Quai du Louvre, 75001 Paris – 01 40 …

3 rejuvenating getaways less than an hour from Paris

Organizing a romantic getaway a few kilometers from Paris is always a good idea…! Here are 3 beautiful addresses for a romantic weekend, between countryside, culture and relaxation. – The Trianon Palace in Versailles Just 20 minutes from Paris, the Trianon Palace is the ideal place to recharge your batteries. During a break of a few days under the sign of relaxation and well-being, you can put down your suitcases and reconnect with nature... In addition to its opulent decoration and its majestic setting, we must emphasize the sublime Guerlain Spa. A magnificent space of 2 m800, spread over three levels! As for the Michelin-starred restaurant "Gordon Ramsay au Trianon", it will delight fine gourmets. Let yourself be amazed by an exceptional culinary offer and exclusive dishes... A veritable ballet of delicacies, served at the table. I BOOK MY STAY – The Grand Hôtel Barrière in Enghien-les-Bains Known internationally for its casino, Enghien-les-Bains is an oasis of peace. Its position is strategic: just 2 kilometers from Paris. With its lake and its Art …

Marsh Shops

Nivose Nivose was born at the foot of the Alps in 1933, quickly becoming the benchmark brand for shippers traveling through the Himalayas and other Lapland. The French house has just set up its very first store, designed as a real high-altitude house, in the heart of the Marais. On the program: ultra-couture down jackets and parkas to ski down the slopes in style like never before. Nivose, 38 rue Sainte-Croix de la Bretonnerie, 75004 Paris. Phone. : 01 43 37 72 73 – Dover Street Parfums Market Dover Street Parfums Market is nothing less than the most up-to-date beauty address in Paris, right in the heart of the Marais. Gable on rue Elzévir, the shop of Rei Kawakubo and Adrian Joffe presents on two floors a myriad of columns and other displays, sometimes psychedelic, sometimes refined. In the basement, we discover a fine selection of cosmetics and ultra-creative make-up lines. Among the labels there are: David Mallett, Oribe, Dr. Bronner, Gucci's The Alchemist's Garden and their new make-up line. Dover Street Perfumes Market, 11 bis rue Elzévir, 75003 Paris. 01 45 31 33 20 …

What to do in Paris this weekend? (Jan 28-30)

Sip a cocktail in a hot bar, go see a very couture exhibition, discover a magical escape game… Here are the best activities to do in Paris this weekend from January 28 to 30. – Admire the exhibition "Yves Saint Laurent in museums" in one of the 6 Parisian museums For the 60th anniversary of the first fashion show of Yves Saint Laurent, 6 Parisian museums gather around a joint exhibition, highlighting this prodigy of the fashion. Thus, the Louvre, the Center Pompidou, the Picasso Museum, the Orsay Museum, the Museum of Modern Art in Paris, and of course the Yves Saint Laurent Paris Museum will highlight "Yves Saint Laurent in museums" from this Saturday January 29. On the program: mythical creations by the French couturier and works inspired by his work will mingle in this cultural-anniversary gathering. However, each museum will present a different programme, on a particular theme from the designer's universe. At the Louvre Museum, gold will be in the spotlight, in a special scenography. The Center Pompidou will emphasize the modernity of his works while the Picasso Museum will explore …

Our best addresses for a weekend in Barcelona

Barcelona is full of must-see spots such as the famous Sagrada Familia cathedral, Parc Guëll, Barceloneta beach with its bars and restaurants or even the city of Casa Batlló… For a weekend in Barcelona, ​​here is what you absolutely must not do to fail ! – Unmissable visits in Barcelona If you only had to visit 2 sites during your stay in Barcelona, ​​we recommend the Sagrada Familia and Parc Güell without hesitation. It is not for nothing that millions of tourists visit them every year! – La Sagrada Familia The construction of this basilica imagined by Gaudi began in 1882… but was never completed. It nevertheless remains the most famous monument of its architect and of the entire city. I DISCOVER THIS GAUDI JEWEL – Parc Güell Not far from there, to the north-west of Barcelona, ​​in the district of Gràcia, sits the famous Parc Güell. Built between 1900 and 1914, it is imagined as a garden city and has four houses integrated into its landscape. It's a veritable parade of mosaics...

What to do in Paris this weekend? (Jan 21-23)

Brunch while discovering a new brand, admire a superb fashion exhibition in parallel with Fashion Week, discover the new Louvre Post Office… Here are the best activities to do in Paris this weekend from January 21 to 23. – Brunch at Maison Bréguet Every week, Maison Bréguet welcomes brands for a pop-up. Jewellery, cosmetics, clothing or decoration, a label takes over the restaurant to introduce its universe and its products. Maison Bréguet therefore gives you an appointment every Sunday to enjoy its tasty Sunday brunch while discovering these ephemeral pop-up stores in a chic and refined environment. The house offers a homemade Mediterranean brunch consisting of a savory and sweet gourmet buffet, served with a hot drink or a glass of champagne (€45 or €55 and €25 for children under 11). Guests also have the choice of a hot dish. This Sunday, January 23, it will be an opportunity to discover SOL Joaillerie. SOL was created by a young woman, passionate about gemology. Thus, the different collections are rotated …