Month: November 2022

7 good vibes gifts spotted at Nature & Découvertes

For your green, eco-friendly, vegan loved ones and all the others who aspire to a serene life, filled with cool and relaxed activities... We have unearthed 7 stylish gifts for you at Nature & Découvertes. One thing is certain, they will hit the mark at Christmas! – A Himalayan salt lamp The Himalayan salt lamp (also called a pink salt stone lamp) is a natural source of fresh, healthy air. Aesthetic, its natural and raw look goes perfectly with all styles of decoration and all rooms. The warm light it emits creates an intimate and relaxing atmosphere. I WANT HER ! – An essential oil diffuser Combined with ultrasound diffusion technology, the Medusa diffuser has many advantages to help you enjoy your aromatherapy sessions. Its shell with a woody pattern gives it a natural style while being particularly resistant to shocks and the causticity of essential oils. You can broadcast continuously or alternately! J'ADORE – A milk care box from …

Top 10 DIY workshops to offer at Christmas

For those who haven't taken advantage of the incredible Black Friday offers, you only have a few weeks left to finalize your Christmas gifts. To change a little from the classic presents – make-up boxes, perfume, cashmere scarf or even card holder… – we have prepared 10 super stylish workshops for you to offer a memorable experience. Decoration enthusiasts, great gourmets, fine watchmaking enthusiasts or fashion aficionados, we have thought of everyone! – A cooking class at Eataly for lovers of Italian gastronomy At the heart of the Marais, Eataly has La Scuola di Eataly on its upper floor. Are your loved ones fine gourmets or just passionate about Italian gastronomy? Do you want to learn all the secrets of La Botte's cuisine? Book a class for him to learn how to make the most emblematic Italian dishes: pizza, fresh pasta, lasagna or even different risottos. You can even choose the course “To each dough its sauce” during which you can learn…

La Maison Sisley: a well-being break in the heart of Paris

For more than 40 years, Sisley has been illuminating women's faces with exceptional products... Having become an absolute must-have in Parisian bathrooms, the brand specializing in phyto-cosmetology opened a house a few years ago dedicated to beauty and pleasure, in the heart of the Golden Triangle. Focus on this inspiring haven of peace which reveals the whole philosophy of the family brand… – A French family house Sisley is above all a beautiful family history. A shared love of beauty and a perpetual quest for excellence… In 1976, Hubert d'Ornano and his wife Isabelle founded the brand with one idea in mind: to use the best of plants and essential oils to create cosmetics. An innovative concept for the time and imitated many times since, without ever being equalled. Today, the torch has been proudly taken up by the couple's children. Exceptional skincare, make-up, perfumes and hair products… This French know-how is reflected in the quality of their products. A winning combination since the …

The Isabelle Langlois house inaugurates a new Parisian setting

Celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, the Isabelle Langlois house is moving from rue de la Paix to inaugurate a new setting just a stone's throw from Place Vendôme, rue Danielle Casanova... Zoom on this beautiful jewelry house. – Isabelle Langlois: a childhood marked by stones At Isabelle Langlois, the passion for stones is transmitted from generation to generation. Granddaughter and daughter of lapidaries from the Jura, the designer grew up surrounded by precious stones, and it was only natural that she turned to jewellery. Demonstrating early creativity, she affirmed her vocation at a very young age. After graduating from EDHEC, she trained for seven years at Vassort, a fine jewelry workshop that supplied the biggest houses in Place Vendôme. This experience confirms his wishes and feeds his dream of giving back to colored stones their letters of nobility. In the desire to continue the family adventure in her own way, Isabelle Langlois launches and founds her eponymous house in 1992. From then on, she will not stop embellishing the daily life of women …

7 hotels less than an hour from Paris for a countryside & cocooning weekend

For Parisians in search of greenery who dream of a sweet 'slow life' getaway at the gates of the capital… Paris Select has unearthed 7 establishments offering an incredible top-of-the-range experience. They tick all the boxes for a stay far from the urban hustle and bustle, super rejuvenating... Bonus: if you don't feel like taking the car because of the current fuel shortage, know that they are all easily accessible by train ! – The Domaine Les Crayères in Reims The Domaine Les Crayères is a mythical establishment in the heart of Reims. This former residence of the De Polignac family is discreetly nestled in a seven-hectare park with lush vegetation. With its enveloping atmosphere of elegance and refinement, it breathes a breath of modernity into the “chateau” style. Decorated with refinement and attention to detail typical of the purest French classic style, the 20 rooms and suites of the Château and the Cottage each benefit from generous space. Luxury, charm, intimacy… “Le Château” ***** offers its guests the quintessence of …

Our 4 favorite books of the season

In addition to some of having been part of the literary season, these works convey the idea of ​​transmission, of memory. Sometimes the little story joins the Big Story... Dazzling works that will not leave you indifferent. Good reading ! – Clara reads Proust, Stéphane Carlier, Gallimard editions – Prize of the Proustian literary circle Clara is 23 years old. She is a hairdresser in a small provincial town where her life is ticking over the habits of her clients and gossips. A day between a stranger. Fascinating for Clara. After he leaves, the young woman notices that the man has forgotten his book. A great classic since it is none other than Marcel Proust's Swann side. Intrigued, Clara immerses herself in a reading that fascinates her, opens her up to other emotions. She discovers love and jealousy there; slowness, wonder. Dazzled by the Proustian style, this book will change her life! Joyful! Outing idea in connection with the book: Immersion in the work of Marcel Proust at the Hôtel Le Swann, a room with books. To discover in Paris: www.hotel-leswann.com – When …

Galerie Madeleine Versailles: the temple of antique jewelry collectors

Nestled in the antiques district of Versailles for more than a year, the Galerie Madeleine contains a myriad of antique jewelery and other treasures from past centuries… Focus on this unique establishment. – In the gallery of the antiques district of Versailles, Véronique Ribeaucourt's shop stands out easily. And for good reason, its showcase filled with jewelry quickly appeals to visitors and other passers-by... Once inside, you can admire the sublime selection of old jewelry on display. Carefully chosen by Véronique, these date from different periods: from the 1980th century to the XNUMXs, passing through the XNUMXth century as well as the Art Nouveau and Art Deco periods. – A sublime shop for collectors and lovers of antique jewelry Specialized in gemology (in addition to attending conferences, she also took training at the École des Arts Joailliers in Paris!) Véronique designed this place to present antique jewelry with a desire to exchange with its customers, tell them the story behind each of these pieces of jewelry... A true enthusiast, the antique dealer wishes to do...