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My blog posts are free to access, and articles are categorized like a bookstore! From architecture and art, to food and history, travel and video tours, you’ll find a treasure trove to connect you with me, Paris, and my travels in France.
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Sweater Weather Shopping in the Marais - A Full Day Itinerary
Discover a full-day Marais shopping loop — vintage treasures, an embroidered Cezanne sweater, Parisian basics, and hidden cafés that make seasonal shopping an art.
Soup, Sweetness & Seasonal Wardrobe Curation
Discover autumn in Paris with cozy pumpkin soup, award-winning cinnamon rolls, and a French-inspired wardrobe strategy. Curate seasonal joys with intention.
Cozy Paris Reads and Chic Boots for Autumn Season Bliss
From evocative books set in Paris to heritage French bootmakers, this guide brings together literary charm and fashion elegance for autumn. Discover cozy reads, explore chic Paris shops, and embrace the season with stories and style inspired by the City of Light.
Parisian Autumn Bouquets: Floral Designs Inspired by Fashion
From rustic reds to moody grays, Parisian florists craft autumn bouquets that echo fashion and romance. Inspired by Emile Zola’s reflective words, these floral designs capture the season’s elegance velvet textures, dahlias, and roses offering timeless Parisian inspiration for artful living.
Sustainable Style in Paris: La Caserne, Veja & Thrift Treasures
Discover Paris' sustainable fashion scene at La Caserne, Veja, and the city's top thrift shops. From ethical sneakers to curated boutiques, indulge in style that respects the planet and supports local communities. Explore guilt-free shopping, guided tours, and Parisian creative culture.
Paris Wellness Retreats: Spas, Hammams & Holistic Escapes
From serene hammams to immersive yoga studios, Paris offers an array of wellness sanctuaries. Explore holistic retreats, floating massages, and sustainable fashion brands that honor both tradition and modern living. Discover the Parisian art of self-care, where culture, elegance, and balance create an extraordinary journey of renewal.
Spring rains in Paris
Since 1884, Maison Piganiol has crafted umbrellas blending tradition with innovation, while Marais Béret reimagines Parisian headwear. From the elegance of the Fantasmagoria parasol to chic berets in silk, denim, and wool, discover the timeless artistry of French accessories for spring.
Rose : Route
The Route de la Rose in Loiret invites travelers on a fragrant journey through gardens, villages, and historic sites. From Bellegarde’s rose heritage to Orléans’ floral parks, discover roses as symbols of history, art, and culture - woven into the fabric of France’s most romantic landscapes.
Fleurs-Flowers
Studio Maison Ciero in Paris brings timeless French artistry to floral design. Founded by Romain Pilato, the studio creates fresh and dried arrangements using local blooms, including roses from top French producers. Each creation, from bouquets to the innovative Cube, celebrates beauty and creative renewal.
Cuisine & Hosting: Cooking with Roses
Explore the elegance of cooking with roses in France, from their centuries-old medicinal uses to fragrant culinary creations. Discover recipes, rose-scented desserts, and the timeless allure of this iconic flower in French culture and cuisine.
Be Inspired : French Artists to Know
French floral artist Aude Rose transforms blooms into living works of baroque art, inspired by history, symbolism, and fleeting beauty. Her creations, rooted in personal storytelling and contemporary challenges, celebrate life, death, and artistry. Discover her Paris atelier and the soulful poetry of flowers.
Shopping & Gift Giving
Celebrate the magic of Paris holiday shopping and gift giving. From artisanal ceramics at Astier de Villatte to festive markets like La Fabrique du Père Noël, discover boutiques, pop-ups, and exhibitions offering elegant, creative, and sustainable gifts. Experience timeless traditions and Parisian holiday charm.
Creator Corner
Laure de Chocqueuse transforms glass and porcelain into timeless works of art, painting delicate flowers, birds, and bucolic motifs inspired by her Normandy garden near Monet’s Giverny. Each piece is hand-painted with real pigments and fired for durability, elevating tableware into everyday poetry.
Six Floral Restaurants in Paris
Discover six enchanting floral restaurants across Paris, each offering unique dishes and charming décor. Plus, indulge in exquisite rose-inspired recipes like rose petal sorbet and chicken with rose water, blending French culinary tradition with floral elegance.
Creator Corner : Claire Morel Fatio
Meet a Paris-based illustrator blending humor, tenderness, and fine watercolor lines to tell poetic everyday stories through expressive, joyful artwork.
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