TIME FLIES
If you, too, feel that time is passing more quickly than it used to, that feeling is absolutely normal.
Several factors explain this sense of Continue reading “TIME FLIES”
MAILLOL MUSEUM – PARIS
A famous sculptor during his lifetime, Aristide Maillol nevertheless begins his career as a painter, engraver, ceramicist, and tapestry artist Continue reading “MAILLOL MUSEUM – PARIS”
LA GRANDE BELLEZZA
“The Great Beauty”, directed by Paolo Sorrentino in 2013, follows the Roman wanderings of an ageing journalist, Jep Gambardella Continue reading “LA GRANDE BELLEZZA”
PALAZZO COLONNA – ROME
Far from the crowds that haunt the Colosseum and the Trevi Fountain, the Colonna palace is defined by its Continue reading “PALAZZO COLONNA – ROME”
FRENCH LUXURY – PART 3
I already mentioned here the growing decorrelation that now exists between luxury and know-how, with the scandal that tarnished Continue reading “FRENCH LUXURY – PART 3”
MARIE-ANTOINETTE STYLE
The stunning exhibition “Marie-Antoinette Style” presented by the V&A Museum in London until March 22, 2026, offers a dazzling overview Continue reading “MARIE-ANTOINETTE STYLE”
PSYCHOANALYSIS ACCORDING TO HITCH
The great American master of suspense Sir Alfred Hitchcock tried his hand twice at solving not police Continue reading “PSYCHOANALYSIS ACCORDING TO HITCH”
ARTIFICIAL STUPIDITY
There’s nothing dumber than artificial intelligence.
And there’s probably nothing right now that makes you dumber than artificial Continue reading “ARTIFICIAL STUPIDITY”
THE PRIVILEGE OF AGE – PART 3
Unlike the male body, the female body is scrutinized throughout its life.
It is scrutinized by society Continue reading “THE PRIVILEGE OF AGE – PART 3”
THE HOUR OF THE PREDATORS
“The Hour of the Predators” by Giuliano da Empoli, published in 2025, is a politically incisive and sadly Continue reading “THE HOUR OF THE PREDATORS”
EXHIBITION – SARGENT
The exhibition “Sargent: the Paris Years” dedicated by the Orsay Museum to the painter John Singer Sargent and running until January 11 Continue reading “EXHIBITION – SARGENT”
THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 33
When you want to organise a photoshoot paying homage to the film and the book Frankenstein in a highly exclusive Parisian landmark, how do you go about it?
You arrive at 8 am in the morning Continue reading “THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 33”
FRANKENSTEIN
Victor Frankenstein and his creature are coming back into fashion in November 2025, thanks to Guillermo del Toro – which is hardly surprising Continue reading “FRANKENSTEIN”
EXHIBITION – THE CLEOPATRA MYSTERY
The exhibition presented by the Parisian Arab World Institute until January 11, 2026, titled Continue reading “EXHIBITION – THE CLEOPATRA MYSTERY”
I WANTED TO LIVE
The outstanding novel by Adélaïde de Clermont-Tonnerre, Je Voulais Vivre (I Wanted to Live), recounts the all-too-brief life of a fictional character Continue reading “I WANTED TO LIVE”
EXHIBITION – RICK OWENS
Taking advantage of a professional cocktail event at the Palais Galliera, I now find myself standing before the works of Rick Owens Continue reading “EXHIBITION – RICK OWENS”
ALBERT-KAHN GARDENS
The Albert Kahn Gardens are part of the museum of the same name, dedicated to the conservation and promotion of Continue reading “ALBERT-KAHN GARDENS”
LOUVRE PALACE – PARIS
Behind the largest museum in the world (whose security is notoriously lax, as we know from a certain infamous jewelry theft) lies a palace Continue reading “LOUVRE PALACE – PARIS”
MENOPAUSE
Menopause may be a physiological phenomenon, but it is also a cultural phenomenon, and its social perception greatly influences Continue reading “MENOPAUSE”
EXHIBITION – PAUL POIRET
The exhibition running until January 11, 2026, at the Parisian Musée des Arts Décoratifs, titled “Paul Poiret – Fashion is a Feast” recreates Continue reading “EXHIBITION – PAUL POIRET”
CRUELLA
In these horrific times (I’m talking about Halloween, not the current context – wait?), let’s talk about “Cruella”, a Disney studios Continue reading “CRUELLA”
SIR JOHN SOANE’S MUSEUM – LONDON
Sir John Soane’s Museum in London is the former home of the neoclassical architect John Soane. Continue reading “SIR JOHN SOANE’S MUSEUM – LONDON”
PELICOT TRIAL – THE END
Media time does not always align with judicial time.
A year ago, under the full glare of the spotlight, the Pelicot trial began. France held its Continue reading “PELICOT TRIAL – THE END”
WARS AND PEACE
Not that I want to be alarmist, but I am not certain that everyone has fully grasped that the Third World War has already begun many months Continue reading “WARS AND PEACE”
EXHIBITION – GREUZE
The exhibition dedicated to Jean-Baptiste Greuze at the Parisian Petit Palais, running until January 25, 2026, restores to the spotlight a painter Continue reading “EXHIBITION – GREUZE”
THE PARISIAN DEPARTMENT STORES
The Parisian department stores appear on the avenues newly opened by Baron Haussmann Continue reading “THE PARISIAN DEPARTMENT STORES”
HOMOGENIZATION
Social media – Instagram and TikTok in particular – are quietly reshaping female beauty standards, creating a uniform ideal that now spans Continue reading “HOMOGENIZATION”
THE PARISIAN COVERED PASSAGES
Built between the end of the 18th century and the beginning of the 19th century, the covered passages Continue reading “THE PARISIAN COVERED PASSAGES”
TEN YEARS
Just a few days short, it’s been ten years since Marquis Paris came into existence.
What began as a website devoted solely to Parisian style Continue reading “TEN YEARS”
EXHIBITION – GIVEN MOMENTS
A major retrospective dedicated to French photographer Robert Doisneau is on view at the Maillol Continue reading “EXHIBITION – GIVEN MOMENTS”
RIVIERA DEI FIORI
The Riviera dei Fiori (the Riviera of Flowers) occupies the Western part of the Italian Riviera which runs along the Gulf of Genoa Continue reading “RIVIERA DEI FIORI”
CINQUE TERRE
The port city of Genoa marks the border between the Riviera di Ponante (which itself includes the Riviera dei Fiori) and the Riviera Continue reading “CINQUE TERRE”
THE INVENTION OF NORMANDY
The invention of Normandy is the result of the combination of the development of means of transport Continue reading “THE INVENTION OF NORMANDY”
BIENASSIS CASTLE – BRITTANY
The Bienassis castle presents a very complete set of stately buildings, transformed over the centuries Continue reading “BIENASSIS CASTLE – BRITTANY”
EXHIBITION – WORTH
An English-born founder of a Parisian fashion house that becomes the ultimate symbol of Parisian luxury, Charles Frederick Worth Continue reading “EXHIBITION – WORTH”
FEDORA
Penultimate movie by Billy Wilder, “Fedora” is based on a novella by Thomas Tryon published in “Crowned Heads” and brings together Continue reading “FEDORA”
FORT LA LATTE – BRITTANY
Fort La Latte, also called De La Roche Goyon castle, is a fortified castle located on the rocky tip of La Latte, near Cap Fréhel. Continue reading “FORT LA LATTE – BRITTANY”
SYSTEMS OF BELIEFS
Two recent movies brilliantly evoke the disastrous and deadly consequences of the stupid belief systems
VAL-ANDRÉ – BRITTANY
Val-André is a pretty little seaside resort in Brittany, born in the 1880s at the instigation of the then mayor Arthur de La Goublaye Continue reading “VAL-ANDRÉ – BRITTANY”
MIDSOMMAR
A slightly pastoral white dress, a crown of flowers and nature far from civilization: that’s all it takes for me to evoke a horror film that had such Continue reading “MIDSOMMAR”
EXHIBITION – LOUVRE COUTURE
The “Louvre Couture” exhibition, which punctuates the rooms of the Richelieu wing Continue reading “EXHIBITION – LOUVRE COUTURE”
SECONDARY VICTIMIZATION
Following Gérard Depardieu’s trial for sexual assault against two women, the Paris Criminal Court sentenced Continue reading “SECONDARY VICTIMIZATION”
EXHIBITION – GOLDEN THREAD
The exhibition presented until July 6, 2025, at the Quai Branly museum in Paris, “Golden Thread: The Art Continue reading “EXHIBITION – GOLDEN THREAD”
CHANEL & THE EXILE
As we have seen here Gabrielle Chanel never emphasized any past as a Resistance fighter.
At the Liberation in September 1944 Continue reading “CHANEL & THE EXILE”
EXHIBITION – ARTEMISIA
The exhibition proposed by the Jacquemart-André museum until August 3, 2025, “Artemisia, Heroine of Art” sheds light on the life Continue reading “EXHIBITION – ARTEMISIA”
CHANEL & THE RITZ
As we’ve seen here, Deauville was the cornerstone of Gabrielle Chanel’s success from 1913 onwards. Biarritz followed in 1915, then Paris in 1921 Continue reading “CHANEL & THE RITZ”
EXHIBITION – PARIS, CITY OF PEARLS
The exhibition “Paris, City of Pearls” proposed by the Parisian School of Jewelry Arts Continue reading “EXHIBITION – PARIS, CITY OF PEARLS”
CHANEL & DEAUVILLE
Here I am in Deauville, Normandy, in front of the gorgeous drawing of Gabrielle Chanel executed in 2011 by Karl Lagerfeld on the wall Continue reading “CHANEL & DEAUVILLE”
PALACIO DE VIANA – CÓRDOBA
The Andalusian patio, a legacy of the Roman culture of the atrium and the Arab culture always in search of Continue reading “PALACIO DE VIANA – CÓRDOBA”
CÓRDOBA
Thanks to its historic center, its mosque-cathedral and its patios, Córdoba is the city that has been inscribed on the UNESCO World Continue reading “CÓRDOBA”
THE SUBSTANCE
“The Substance” which won the Palme d’Or for Best Screenplay at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival, reunites Demi Moore and Margaret Qualley Continue reading “THE SUBSTANCE”
THE BARMAN OF THE RITZ
Philippe Collin’s historical novel “Le Barman du Ritz” (The Barman of the Ritz) is a fictionalized account of the Parisian life of Frank Meier Continue reading “THE BARMAN OF THE RITZ”
NOTRE-DAME DE PARIS
Notre-Dame de Paris, as we know, has come a long way. Ravaged by a violent fire on April 15, 2019, the building lost that night Continue reading “NOTRE-DAME DE PARIS”
CASINO
It may not be well known, but “Casino”, the 1995 film directed by Martin Scorsese, is inspired by the book “Casino: Love and Honor Continue reading “CASINO”
EXHIBITION – DOLCE & GABBANA
The travelling exhibition “From the Heart to the Hand: Dolce & Gabbana” presented at the Grand Palais Continue reading “EXHIBITION – DOLCE & GABBANA”
THE PRIVILEGE OF AGE – PART 2
I hesitated for a long time to publish the photos that follow the text of this article, simply because they reflect Continue reading “THE PRIVILEGE OF AGE – PART 2”
COURMAYEUR
If on the French side mountaineering was born in Chamonix, it is the village Courmayeur which gave birth to it on the Italian side Continue reading “COURMAYEUR”
OUR WORLD
The allegory of the cave, which is one of Plato’s most famous writings, depicts humans chained and immobilized in a cave Continue reading “OUR WORLD”
PELICOT TRIAL – THE AFTERMATH
The fifty-one co-defendants in the Pelicot trial were all found guilty by the Vaucluse Criminal Court Continue reading “PELICOT TRIAL – THE AFTERMATH”
FILLING THE VOID – PART 2
I have already spoken here about the contemporary failing of a part of humanity that is lost in social media. I spoke about it more than five years Continue reading “FILLING THE VOID – PART 2”
EXHIBITION – STAGE JEWELS
“Scintille, diamant, miroir où se prise l’alouette” – “Glitter, diamond, mirror that catches the lark”: this line from Continue reading “EXHIBITION – STAGE JEWELS”
THE BIRDS
Directed in 1963 by Alfred Hitchcock, “The Birds” is inspired by the eponymous short story by the English neo-Gothic novelist Continue reading “THE BIRDS”
EXHIBITION – CHIHARU SHIOTA
The poetic work of Japanese artist Chiharu Shiota is presented at the Parisian Grand Palais until March 19 Continue reading “EXHIBITION – CHIHARU SHIOTA”
THE COST OF VIRILITY
“The Cost of Virility – What France Would Save If Men Behaved Like Women” is the first enlightening essay by French historian Continue reading “THE COST OF VIRILITY”
VERSAILLES ROYAL OPERA
It took some seventy-five years to complete the extraordinary Versailles Royal Opera House. Enamored with ballets, festivals Continue reading “VERSAILLES ROYAL OPERA”
BASIC INSTINCT
I have already said it here, I sometimes face a stupid difficulty: that of not being able to find the right outfit to illustrate one Continue reading “BASIC INSTINCT”
EXHIBITION – BORGHESE COLLECTION
The “Masterpieces from the Borghese Gallery” exhibition proposed by the Parisian Continue reading “EXHIBITION – BORGHESE COLLECTION”
PARIS – HOLLYWOOD
The enduring success of “Emily in Paris” compels my inner Parisian to wonder about the persistence of another phenomenon Continue reading “PARIS – HOLLYWOOD”
PELICOT TRIAL
Today, my inner lawyer is writing. Brace for impact, this article will be long and painful. There must be a before and after the Pelicot trial. Continue reading “PELICOT TRIAL”
THE PRIVILEGE OF AGE
I’ve been hanging out on the Internet for almost ten years. From a purely clinical point of view, I was able to document my physical, mental Continue reading “THE PRIVILEGE OF AGE”
EXHIBITION – LESAGE
The “Lesage, 100 years of fashion and decoration” exhibition retraces the one hundred years of Lesage, the famous French embroidery house Continue reading “EXHIBITION – LESAGE”
TELEWORKING AND MENTAL LOAD
It’s a fact: teleworking, which only concerned 7% of French workers before the Covid health crisis Continue reading “TELEWORKING AND MENTAL LOAD”
CATHEDRAL AND GIRALDA – SEVILLE
The Cathedral Saint Mary of the See of Seville is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987 Continue reading “CATHEDRAL AND GIRALDA – SEVILLE”
PALACIO DE LAS DUEÑAS – SEVILLE
Built between the 15th and 16th centuries, the Palacio de Las Dueñas in Seville takes its name from Continue reading “PALACIO DE LAS DUEÑAS – SEVILLE”
CASA DE PILATOS – SEVILLE
The Casa de Pilatos is a beautiful aristocratic palace from the 15th and 16th centuries Continue reading “CASA DE PILATOS – SEVILLE”
AMERICAN PSYCHO
After Francis Scott Fitzgerald‘s Lost Generation, let’s talk about Brett Easton Ellis’ Generation X. The literary kinship of these two Continue reading “AMERICAN PSYCHO”
WALLACE COLLECTION – LONDON
It is at first glance surprising to see one of the world’s first collections of French decorative arts in London Continue reading “WALLACE COLLECTION – LONDON”
THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 32
I realize I’ve never really explained to you the process (which is sometimes hectic) behind this website. After nine years, it’s about time.
It often begins with an article, a book or a film whose subject or treatment deeply appeals Continue reading “THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 32”
WOMEN AND ART
I have already expressed here my astonishment at seeing so many naked women populating museums. They are almost always Continue reading “WOMEN AND ART”
FRENCH LUXURY – PART 2
A few months ago, I discussed here the shift of paradigm in the world of luxury. It is no longer the customer who, through the monetary power Continue reading “FRENCH LUXURY – PART 2”
CERRALBO MUSEUM – MADRID
Here is the astonishing Cerralbo museum in Madrid, where I dragged a colleague Continue reading “CERRALBO MUSEUM – MADRID”
MARIE-ANTOINETTE
I have infinite tenderness for Sofia Coppola’s “Marie-Antoinette”. The film, made in 2006, sets aside Stefan Zweig’s work Continue reading “MARIE-ANTOINETTE”
CASTELLO ARAGONESE
The islet of the Aragonese castle, a small volcanic island which dominates the town of Ischia Ponte from its height of 115 meters, Continue reading “CASTELLO ARAGONESE”
EVIL UNDER THE SUN
“Evil under the Sun” is one of five sumptuous film adaptations of Agatha Christie’s novels made in the 70s and 80s Continue reading “EVIL UNDER THE SUN”
ISCHIA
Ischia is a small volcanic island in the Gulf of Naples formed by the lavas of Mount Epomeo which today peaks at 787 meters Continue reading “ISCHIA”
RIPLEY, AGAIN
Since I’m in Ischia, let’s talk about Tom Ripley, since the two film adaptations of Patricia Highsmith’s novel “The Talented Mr. Ripley” Continue reading “RIPLEY, AGAIN”
GRANVILLE – UPPER TOWN
The Upper Town of Granville closes the immense bay of Mont-Saint-Michel to the North and administers the nearby islands of Chausey Continue reading “GRANVILLE – UPPER TOWN”
LUCERNE D’OUTREMER ABBEY
The Lucerne d’Outremer Abbey, nestled in the Thar valley in Normandy since the 12th century Continue reading “LUCERNE D’OUTREMER ABBEY”
A MAN AND A WOMAN
Since we must sadly acknowledge the decease of the very magnetic Anouk Aimée who passed away on June 18, 2024, let us console ourselves Continue reading “A MAN AND A WOMAN”
MONT-SAINT-MICHEL
“The Couesnon river in its madness put the Mount in Normandy. And when the Couesnon river regains its sanity, the Mount will become Breton Continue reading “MONT-SAINT-MICHEL”
LOGIC OF DEMOCRACY
Here I am dressed in blue, white and red to celebrate a very special Bastille Day, which follows a somewhat turbulent Continue reading “LOGIC OF DEMOCRACY”
EXHIBITION – PARIS 1874
The exhibition proposed by the Parisian Orsay museum from March 26 to July 14, 2024, “Paris 1874 – Inventing Impressionism” Continue reading “EXHIBITION – PARIS 1874”
DIOR GALLERY – PARIS
We already mentioned here the childhood of Christian Dior and the Rhumbs villa in Granville, in which he grew up Continue reading “DIOR GALLERY – PARIS”
MISS DIOR
“Miss Dior”, the excellent book by Justine Picardie – former editor-in-chief of the English Harper’s Bazaar, aims to shed light on the destiny Continue reading “MISS DIOR”
LES RHUMBS – GRANVILLE
The villa Les Rhumbs, which takes its name from the thirty-two points of the compass rose, is a beautiful pink Belle-Époque building Continue reading “LES RHUMBS – GRANVILLE”
DIGITAL DEMENTIA
Digital dementia, the term coined by German neuroscientist and psychiatrist Manfred Spitzer in 2012 in his book “Digital Demenz” Continue reading “DIGITAL DEMENTIA”
GRAND HOTEL AMRÂTH – AMSTERDAM
The astonishing building which today houses the Grand Hotel Amrâth is originally the Amsterdam maritime house (“Scheepvaarthuis”) which welcomed the head office and offices of six maritime transport companies. Continue reading “GRAND HOTEL AMRÂTH – AMSTERDAM”
AMSTERDAM
Capital of the Netherlands, Amsterdam owes its name to its original configuration, that is to say the dike (“dam”) on the Amstel Continue reading “AMSTERDAM”
EASY VIRTUE
“Easy Virtue” is a tasty comedy directed by Stephan Elliott in 2008. Based on the 1924 play by Noël Coward, the screenplay had already Continue reading “EASY VIRTUE”
NEW WORLD MUSEUM – LA ROCHELLE
In order to properly talk about the New World museum of La Rochelle, it is necessary to evoke Continue reading “NEW WORLD MUSEUM – LA ROCHELLE”
FRENCH LUXURY
The French tradition of luxury, today predominant with 130 luxury brands out of 270, is several centuries old, dating back to King Henry IV Continue reading “FRENCH LUXURY”
VERSAILLES CASTLE
After several articles dedicated to Trianon and the gardens, it was about time to evoke the flagship of the royal domain of Versailles Continue reading “VERSAILLES CASTLE”
CONDUCTOR
Since I am at the Paris Opera house, let’s take this opportunity to discuss two recent films which paint very different portraits of two conductors Continue reading “CONDUCTOR”
CLOS LUCÉ
Clos Lucé, known to be the final home of Leonardo da Vinci, is a very pretty brick and white stone castle located in Amboise Continue reading “CLOS LUCÉ”
ANTIFEMINISM
Studying feminism requires being interested in antifeminism. One might be surprised at the persistence of this reactionary movement in 2024 Continue reading “ANTIFEMINISM”
THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 31
Parisian life is full of surprises, sometimes bad, sometimes good. It’s generally a question of attitude, but let’s be clear: I’m speaking in a personal capacity and I’m in no way placing my personal experience on others.
EXHIBITION – WEEGEE
The exhibition “Weegee, Autopsy of the Spectacle” presented by the Parisian Henri Cartier-Bresson Foundation Continue reading “EXHIBITION – WEEGEE”
CINEMA
I believe that it’s safe to say that my love for cinema no longer needs to be demonstrated – I take as witnesses the numerous articles Continue reading “CINEMA”
GENEVA – OLD TOWN
The largest historic city in Switzerland, the Old Town of Geneva overlooks Lake Geneva and its 140-meter-high Water Jet Continue reading “GENEVA – OLD TOWN”
JOSEPHINE BAKER
If you like graphic novels and if you are a tad feminist – or just curious – the series of literary works by Catel and Bocquet Continue reading “JOSEPHINE BAKER”
CARNAVALET MUSEUM – PARIS
Opened to the public in 1880, Carnavalet is the oldest museum in the French capital. Continue reading “CARNAVALET MUSEUM – PARIS”
TRUE SUMMIT
Since I’m in Chamonix – let’s evoke Maurice Herzog, who was the mayor of this beautiful village from 1968 to 1977. Continue reading “TRUE SUMMIT”
CHAMONIX
Considered the capital of mountaineering, Chamonix shares with Saint-Gervais-les Bains and Saint-Véran the record Continue reading “CHAMONIX”
BEAUTY
If there is one English adage that is even truer than what one might believe at first glance, it is this one: “beauty lies in Continue reading “BEAUTY”
TRENDS
It is now clear that social networks – mainly Instagram and TikTok – accelerate fashion trends (I remind you that style remains Continue reading “TRENDS”
GUSTAVE MOREAU MUSEUM – PARIS
The Gustave Moreau Museum, located in the New Athens district of Paris, is unique Continue reading “GUSTAVE MOREAU MUSEUM – PARIS”
THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 30
What a great idea to take pictures at Bagatelle park on a Saturday.
I generally try to organize my photo shoots during the week – the weekends being totally dedicated to children (whom I often drag to museums Continue reading “THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 30”
RESERVED
Does one has to have an opinion on everything? I don’t think so. The current era requires politicians, artists and public figures Continue reading “RESERVED”
EXHIBITION – ALAÏA COUTURIER AND COLLECTOR
On the occasion of the exhibition “Azzedine Alaïa, couturier collector” Continue reading “EXHIBITION – ALAÏA COUTURIER AND COLLECTOR”
NOTE TO MY YOUNGER SELF
As I turned 49, what would I have liked to have been told at 18? That life is not a straight line Continue reading “NOTE TO MY YOUNGER SELF”
EXHIBITION – JULIA MARGARET CAMERON
Julia Margaret Cameron’s photographs, which are the subject of an exhibition Continue reading “EXHIBITION – JULIA MARGARET CAMERON”
EXHIBITION – IRIS VAN HERPEN
I have just come out of the exhibition dedicated by the Parisian Museum of Decorative Arts Continue reading “EXHIBITION – IRIS VAN HERPEN”
MENS SANA IN CORPORE SANO
Just like life, Instagram carries more or less qualitative content – which is not problematic. Continue reading “MENS SANA IN CORPORE SANO”
TEMPUS FUGIT
I take advantage of my visit to the not-so-mesmerizing and not-so-immersive Parisian exhibition “A night under the full moon” Continue reading “TEMPUS FUGIT”
PERMANENT STIMULI
Whether we like it or not, the entertainment, sorry, the diversion offered to our tired eyes is permanent. Continue reading “PERMANENT STIMULI”
ORANGERIE MUSEUM – PARIS
Who could believe that the serene Orangerie museum hides a recent sulfurous history Continue reading “ORANGERIE MUSEUM – PARIS”
WATERLOO BRIDGE
Let’s talk about Vivien Leigh’s favorite film: “Waterloo Bridge”. And let’s appreciate the irony of life Continue reading “WATERLOO BRIDGE”
MAURICE DENIS MUSEUM
The Maurice Denis museum is nestled in a beautiful building surrounded by a beautiful park Continue reading “MAURICE DENIS MUSEUM”
WOMEN’S BODIES
Nude women populate museums. As I do every year in September, I visit my old friend, the Nissim de Camondo museum Continue reading “WOMEN’S BODIES”
EXHIBITION – ALAÏA/GRÈS
For the very first time, an exhibition brings together the works of Azzedine Alaïa Continue reading “EXHIBITION – ALAÏA/GRÈS”
THE VICOMTE DE BRAGELONNE
The twilight atmosphere of the candlelit evenings organized by Vaux-le-Vicomte castle Continue reading “THE VICOMTE DE BRAGELONNE”
NOUVELLE-ATHÈNES – PARIS
The Nouvelle-Athènes district, birthplace of Parisian Romanticism, was born in 1820 Continue reading “NOUVELLE-ATHÈNES – PARIS”
THE SHINING
When it comes to “The Shining”, should we talk about the Stephen King book or the Stanley Kubrick movie? Continue reading “THE SHINING”
PEREIRE MANSION – PARIS
The Pereire mansion – Del Duca Foundation opened its doors to the public for the first time in 2023 Continue reading “PEREIRE MANSION – PARIS”
GERTRUDE WHITNEY
If I tell you “pop art”, you think “Andy Warhol”, don’t you? The media exposure of the cantor of pop art Continue reading “GERTRUDE WHITNEY”
ŁAZIENKI KRÓLEWSKIE – WARSAW
When it comes to Łazienky Królewskie, I don’t know whether to speak of a park, a castle Continue reading “ŁAZIENKI KRÓLEWSKIE – WARSAW”
ROMANCE
I may be at the Parisian Museum of Romantic Life, I may wear a white dress which was sold a few years ago Continue reading “ROMANCE”
THE BOUQUINISTES – PARIS
I realize little by little that I am reporting here on a world that may no longer exist in a few decades. Continue reading “THE BOUQUINISTES – PARIS”
LA CONTESSA
Since I’m in Piedmont, let’s talk about “La Contessa” the biography by Benedetta Craveri, which retraces the destiny Continue reading “LA CONTESSA”
LAKE MAGGIORE
Here are some postcards of Lake Maggiore. Between Lombardy and Piedmont, the lake, which is located Northwest of Milan Continue reading “LAKE MAGGIORE”
BLACK SWAN
All I need is a lake and a few swans to think of “Swan Lake”, and therefore to think of this film that I enjoyed so much Continue reading “BLACK SWAN”
BORROMEAN ISLANDS
The enchanting Borromean Islands take their name from a Milanese family, whose surname is derived from “buon romei” Continue reading “BORROMEAN ISLANDS”
BARBIE
Was I disappointed in the Barbie movie? Hell yes.
Let’s start with the highlights of Greta Gerwing’s film Continue reading “BARBIE”
A BIGGER SPLASH
As I wrote about Jacques Deray’s 1969 movie “The Swimming Pool” last year, I had to talk this year about its remake Continue reading “A BIGGER SPLASH”
MENTON
Is Menton French, Monegasque or Italian? Even if the Italian influence is evident in this pretty French city Continue reading “MENTON”
HEARTBREAKER
“Heartbreaker” is a 2010 French romantic comedy by Pascal Chaumeil. Continue reading “HEARTBREAKER”
MATISSE MUSEUM – NICE
The Matisse Museum located in Nice, dedicated Continue reading “MATISSE MUSEUM – NICE”
THAT WOMAN
The biography “That Woman, the life of Wallis Simpson, Duchess of Windsor” Continue reading “THAT WOMAN”
SOCIAL WRECKS
This week, media and social media have continuously covered the search deployed Continue reading “SOCIAL WRECKS”
MALMAISON CASTLE
Malmaison castle may have entered the History of France in 1799 Continue reading “MALMAISON CASTLE”
THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 29
Some photo shoots organized for this website have been improbable. I have been photographed on a sailboat, on a motor boat, on a boat (we can thank the photographer who also knows how to row), on the sea (in the sea too) Continue reading “THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 29”
SAINT-GERMAIN-EN-LAYE
Even if the history of the city of Saint-Germain-en-Laye dates Continue reading “SAINT-GERMAIN-EN-LAYE”
ORTHOREXIA
The 90s celebrated slender bodies, reducing the beauty standards Continue reading “ORTHOREXIA”
LE MARAIS – PARIS
The Marais area, which is today one of the most appreciated historic districts Continue reading “LE MARAIS – PARIS”
DRY HEART
“Dangerous Liaisons”, “Ridicule” and “Lady J”, three excellent period films, evoke the same Continue reading “DRY HEART”
EXHIBITION – SARAH BERNHARDT
The exhibition proposed by the Petit Palais museum in Paris Continue reading “EXHIBITION – SARAH BERNHARDT”
LONDON
London. How many times have I been to London? How many times have I walked up and down Continue reading “LONDON”
THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 28
Is it reasonable to do a photo shoot outside, in this awful and windy place called La Défense, when it’s 1°C and you have a toothache? Absolutely not.
However, I am solely at fault.
After writing an article that evoked Continue reading “THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 28”
MUCHA MUSEUM – PRAGUE
The Mucha Museum brings together many works by the man Continue reading “MUCHA MUSEUM – PRAGUE”
NIGHTMARE ALLEY
“Nightmare Alley”, the movie by Mexican director Guillermo del Toro released in 2021 Continue reading “NIGHTMARE ALLEY”
THE KILL – ÉMILE ZOLA
Re-reading your literary classics at 48 is quite good. Especially when it comes to French writer Continue reading “THE KILL – ÉMILE ZOLA”
SAINT SAVA – BELGRADE
Sava, son of a Serbian king, born in 1169 or 1174 and died in 1236, is the founder of the Serbian Orthodox Continue reading “SAINT SAVA – BELGRADE”
DEMOCRACY IN FRANCE
As a French lawyer, as a PhD holder, I am appalled by the fading of the democratic flame Continue reading “DEMOCRACY IN FRANCE”
IN THE MOOD FOR LOVE
“In the Mood for Love”, the ethearal movie directed by Wong Kar-wai in 1999 Continue reading “IN THE MOOD FOR LOVE”
MONTMARTRE MUSEUM – PARIS
The Montmartre museum is located at the top of the Parisian hill Continue reading “MONTMARTRE MUSEUM – PARIS”
THE BREATH OF FREEDOM
In anticipation of International Women’s Rights Day on March 8, I really wanted to talk about Continue reading “THE BREATH OF FREEDOM”
LA MADELEINE – PARIS
The Sainte Marie-Madeleine church hardly resembles a church and this is explained by a chaotic construction Continue reading “LA MADELEINE – PARIS”
AM I A FEMINIST? PART 5
The last time I asked myself the question, here with you, whether I was a feminist dates back to 2017. Continue reading “AM I A FEMINIST? PART 5”
MAHJ MUSEUM – PARIS
One of the most beautiful mansions in Paris – the Saint-Aignan mansion – has housed the immense collections Continue reading “MAHJ MUSEUM – PARIS”
THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 27
The implementation of ad campaigns for luxury fashion houses generally involves many people holding super-impressive titles such as “creative director”, “stylist”, “producer” or “set designer”. Ad campaigns are often successful Continue reading “THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 27”
FEMININITY
Femininity, what is it? Let’s go back to our dear books. If I believe the various dictionaries I have referred to Continue reading “FEMININITY”
PARIS BY NIGHT
Built in two years by fifty engineers, adorned with two million five hundred thousand rivets Continue reading “PARIS BY NIGHT”
METAVERS
This last Summer I was appalled by the large number of edited pictures proposed to me by my Instagram research page Continue reading “METAVERS”
EXHIBITION – FRIDA KAHLO
The exhibition presented by Parisian Galliera Museum until March 5, 2023 Continue reading “EXHIBITION – FRIDA KAHLO”
BRAM STOKER’S DRACULA
Some movies are about money and some others are about love. There are also movies about Continue reading “BRAM STOKER’S DRACULA”
EXHIBITION – FUSELI
Henry Fuseli (born Johann Heinrich Füssli), to whom no exhibition had been dedicated in Paris since 1975 Continue reading “EXHIBITION – FUSELI”
GILDA
“Gilda” is a film noir directed by Charles Vidor in 1946. The movie is world famous – mainly thanks to the scene danced Continue reading “GILDA”
CLUNY MUSEUM – PARIS
The French Museum of the Middle Ages, located in the heart of Paris, is nestled in the Hôtel de Cluny Continue reading “CLUNY MUSEUM – PARIS”
THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 26
I’ve already said it a thousand times, a photo shoot has absolutely nothing to do with real life. The DNA of a photo is to highlight an atmosphere, a setting, a posture or an expression in order to accentuate and convey the underlying message. Continue reading “THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 26”
HOLY CHAPEL – PARIS
I have already spoken here of the chapel of the Saint-Germain-en-Laye castle, which prefigures the Parisian Holy Chapel. Continue reading “HOLY CHAPEL – PARIS”
BONÂME
Passionate about art, costume, history and heroic women, Victoria Bonnamour Continue reading “BONÂME”
CHANTILLY CASTLE
The Chantilly castle as we can admire it today is a reconstruction dating from the 19th century Continue reading “CHANTILLY CASTLE”
NOCTURNAL ANIMALS
“Nocturnal Animals”, released in 2016, is the second film by designer Tom Ford. Continue reading “NOCTURNAL ANIMALS”
HÔTEL DE LA MARINE – PARIS – PART 2
After the splendor and solemnity of the large reception galleries Continue reading “HÔTEL DE LA MARINE – PARIS – PART 2”
ALFRED SOMMIER HOTEL
Let’s talk about Alfred Sommier, this beautiful hotel in the heart of the 8th district of Paris. Continue reading “ALFRED SOMMIER HOTEL”
MARILYN MONROE
2022, Marilyn Monroe’s year? I don’t think so. Sixty years after her death, two highly publicized Continue reading “MARILYN MONROE”
GUIMET MUSEUM – PARIS
We owe the creation of the Parisian Guimet museum, otherwise known as the National Museum Continue reading “GUIMET MUSEUM – PARIS”
THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 25
Let’s be honest: the photographic exercise weighs on me more and more.
Taking pictures of a place or an exhibition literally enchants me because I savor in advance what I will be able to transmit on this website with an article that will be well sourced Continue reading “THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 25”
GRAND MOSQUE – PARIS
In order to pay tribute to the tens of thousands of Muslim who fought and died for France Continue reading “GRAND MOSQUE – PARIS”
CHILDREN OF PARADISE
There is so much to say about “The Children of Paradise”, this 1945 cinematic gem Continue reading “CHILDREN OF PARADISE”
EXHIBITION – SCHIAPARELLI
Was Elsa Schiaparelli an artist or a fashion designer? Her great rival Continue reading “EXHIBITION – SCHIAPARELLI”
VILLA KERYLOS
Talking about Villa Kerylos, located on the French Riviera in Beaulieu-sur-Mer requires a small detour Continue reading “VILLA KERYLOS”
IMPERIA – LIGURIA
Principality for many centuries, Imperia is a charming coastal town in Liguria, formed in 1923 Continue reading “IMPERIA – LIGURIA”
SUDDENLY, LAST SUMMER
“Suddenly Last Summer” stars Elizabeth Taylor, Montgomery Clift, and Katharine Hepburn Continue reading “SUDDENLY, LAST SUMMER”
CERVO – LIGURIA
Elected among the “most beautiful villages in Italy”, Cervo is a small medieval town Continue reading “CERVO – LIGURIA”
ONE DEADLY SUMMER
Tragic and incandescent, here are the adjectives that come to my mind when I think of this movie Continue reading “ONE DEADLY SUMMER”
DOLCEACQUA – LIGURIA
The very picturesque medieval village of Dolceacqua, which is located in the Nervia valley Continue reading “DOLCEACQUA – LIGURIA”
THE SWIMMING POOL
This vintage Hermès swimsuit is the almost perfect replica of one of the swimsuits Continue reading “THE SWIMMING POOL”
VILLA EPHRUSSI
Here is a place out of time, out of space, out of everything: Villa Ephrussi. Continue reading “VILLA EPHRUSSI”
ABORTION
If you think that uteri have nothing to do with politics, you are mistaken Continue reading “ABORTION”
BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
Where do I start when it comes to “Beauty and the Beast”, that wonderful film Continue reading “BEAUTY AND THE BEAST”
CITÉ DES FLEURS – PARIS
In the 17th district of Paris hides an absolutely charming street Continue reading “CITÉ DES FLEURS – PARIS”
LA LA LAND
I have a yellow dress, I have two-tone shoes. It didn’t take much to make Continue reading “LA LA LAND”
LES JARDINS DE JAÏNA
Behind the young cosmetics brand ‘Les Jardins de Jaïna’ Continue reading “LES JARDINS DE JAÏNA”
DIGITAL SPIRITS
Friendly reminder: please clear your head and disconnect from screens Continue reading “DIGITAL SPIRITS”
DELACROIX MUSEUM – PARIS
In a beautiful courtyard hidden Continue reading “DELACROIX MUSEUM – PARIS”
THE EARRINGS OF MADAME DE…
“The Earrings of Madame de…” Continue reading “THE EARRINGS OF MADAME DE…”
BALZAC MUSEUM – PARIS
Of the many Parisian residences inhabited by the great French writer Continue reading “BALZAC MUSEUM – PARIS”
EDUCATION
Why am I here? I fight. I fight against vulgarity, against authoritarianism. Continue reading “EDUCATION”
THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 24
When I receive Instagram DMs reading “You are beautiful, for which brand are you a model?”, I can’t stop laughing hard.
How to explain that I am 47, that I am not tall at all and that the photo shoots that accompany my texts may be professional Continue reading “THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 24”
HENNER MUSEUM – PARIS
The Henner Museum, located in the 17th district Continue reading “HENNER MUSEUM – PARIS”
THE GREAT FORGOTTEN
“The Great Forgotten – Why History has erased women”, Titiou Lecoq Continue reading “THE GREAT FORGOTTEN”
EXHIBITION – STEVE MCCURRY
The exhibition presented by Continue reading “EXHIBITION – STEVE MCCURRY”
WOKENESS
Wokeness, what is it? I’ll be honest, I have no idea. Continue reading “WOKENESS”
VICTOR HUGO MUSEUM – PARIS
If you walk around Place des Vosges Continue reading “VICTOR HUGO MUSEUM – PARIS”
TIRED SOLDIER (AGAIN)
In a previous article published here on December 18, 2020 Continue reading “TIRED SOLDIER (AGAIN)”
THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 23
A successful photo shoot depends on few things. Actually no, let’s be honest, it depends on a lot of parameters: preparation, punctuality, light, and professionalism. What do we have here? Well, an absolutely failed photoshoot. Continue reading “THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 23”
SALOMON DE ROTHSCHILD – PARIS
The ultra-confidential Salomon Continue reading “SALOMON DE ROTHSCHILD – PARIS”
RELATIVITY THEORY – PART 3
Deep thoughts following a post Continue reading “RELATIVITY THEORY – PART 3”
SAINT-GERMAIN-EN-LAYE CASTLE
I have been maintaining this website for six years and it’s now time to tell you about the castle of Saint-Germain-en-Laye Continue reading “SAINT-GERMAIN-EN-LAYE CASTLE”
ARMY OF SHADOWS
In these troubled times, should we speak of “Army of Shadows” Continue reading “ARMY OF SHADOWS”
MARMOTTAN MONET MUSEUM – PARIS
If you like the Impressionists Continue reading “MARMOTTAN MONET MUSEUM – PARIS”
TRAVEL LIGHT
I have been feeding this website for over six years Continue reading “TRAVEL LIGHT”
SAINTE-GENEVIÈVE LIBRARY – PARIS
The Parisian Sainte-Geneviève Continue reading “SAINTE-GENEVIÈVE LIBRARY – PARIS”
2022 TERMS & CONDITIONS
Well, well, well. One year ago my inner lawyer Continue reading “2022 TERMS & CONDITIONS”
EXHIBITION – VIVIAN MAIER
The Vivian Maier exhibition Continue reading “EXHIBITION – VIVIAN MAIER”
CHRISTMAS 2021
A second Christmas in pandemic mode. Continue reading “CHRISTMAS 2021”
EXHIBITION – BOTTICELLI
After almost twenty years of absence in France Continue reading “EXHIBITION – BOTTICELLI”
EXHIBITION – ILLUMINATED EVOLUTION
Instead of the Christmas windows Continue reading “EXHIBITION – ILLUMINATED EVOLUTION”
THE FAVOURITE
“The Favourite” is a film directed by Yorgos Lanthimos in 2018. Continue reading “THE FAVOURITE”
SUCCESS
Having success in life or being successful at life?
The question made me smile when I recently saw it on a Parisian newsstand as an ad for a French magazine. I smiled because I understand, feel and live on a daily basis the antinomy of the two alternatives of the option. Continue reading “SUCCESS”
THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 22
When Faust Magazine tells me about the theme for the next issue – namely “Yin and Yang”, I think of only one possible article theme: “Atomic Blonde”. For those who haven’t followed, this is a 2017 film starring Charlize Theron as a spy in the 80’s Continue reading “THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 22”
MASTERCLASS
Let’s talk about a book that has probably guided some of my life Continue reading “MASTERCLASS”
PANTHEON – PARIS
As Josephine Baker is about to become the first Black woman Continue reading “PANTHEON – PARIS”
MENTAL LOAD
When men will be equal with women at home Continue reading “MENTAL LOAD”
ARC DE TRIOMPHE – PARIS
Lately, there has been a lot of talk about the Arc de Triomphe Continue reading “ARC DE TRIOMPHE – PARIS”
THE ENGLISH PATIENT
“The English Patient” may be an epic romance movie Continue reading “THE ENGLISH PATIENT”
LA RUCHE – PARIS
La Ruche is an absolutely confidential, totally bucolic Continue reading “LA RUCHE – PARIS”
MARIE-ANTOINETTE
If we have to talk about Marie-Antoinette, then we have to talk Continue reading “MARIE-ANTOINETTE”
THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 21
What do we have here? Well, we have a woman who regularly forgets her sunglasses. Which means that giving the languid and sensual look to the photographer for the purposes of the picture is quite complicated. Goodbye, grace – hello, goofiness. Continue reading “THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 21”
HÔTEL DE LA MARINE – PARIS
The “hôtel de la Marine” rises Continue reading “HÔTEL DE LA MARINE – PARIS”
LOLITA
Following the publication of the French novels, “Consent: A Memoir” Continue reading “LOLITA”
FAIR DISCOURSE
If you make the same mistake as me every morning (open Twitter, listen Continue reading “FAIR DISCOURSE”
CHAGALL MUSEUM – NICE
Born in 1887 in Russia and naturalized French in 1937 Continue reading “CHAGALL MUSEUM – NICE”
SOCIAL DECONSTRUCTION
I must admit that the drafting of this article raised Continue reading “SOCIAL DECONSTRUCTION”
FRENCH RIVIERA
The term “Côte d’Azur” (“Riviera” in English) was coined in 1887 by a lawyer Continue reading “FRENCH RIVIERA”
TO CATCH A THIEF
“To Catch A Thief” may not be my favorite Hitchcock, but it remains the most glamorous Continue reading “TO CATCH A THIEF”
TENDER IS THE NIGHT
There is a lot to be said about Francis Scott Fitzgerald, the “sad young man” Continue reading “TENDER IS THE NIGHT”
ANNECY
Annecy, “The Venice of the French Alps”. Annecy, “The Pearl of the French Alps”. Continue reading “ANNECY”
THE SUITCASE CHALLENGE – PART 2
I read somewhere that the way we pack our vacation suitcase Continue reading “THE SUITCASE CHALLENGE – PART 2”
FAUST & ATOMIC BLONDE
To address here the theme of Yin and Yang – and for once Continue reading “FAUST & ATOMIC BLONDE”
GIVERNY
Giverny would probably not exist if Claude Monet had not had an affair with a married woman. Continue reading “GIVERNY”
THE BAREFOOT CONTESSA
This incredible pink tulle dress reminds me of another Continue reading “THE BAREFOOT CONTESSA”
MONTE-CRISTO CASTLE
Here is a wonder nestled on one of the hills of Port-Marly, about 20 kilometers from Paris Continue reading “MONTE-CRISTO CASTLE”
JARDIN DES PLANTES – PARIS
The Royal Garden of Medicinal Plants was created in 1635 Continue reading “JARDIN DES PLANTES – PARIS”
QUEEN MARGOT
Without “Queen Margot”, directed by Patrice Chéreau, “GOT” wouldn’t have existed. Continue reading “QUEEN MARGOT”
SACRÉ-COEUR – PARIS
When it comes to the Sacré-Coeur basilica, my feelings are more than mixed. Continue reading “SACRÉ-COEUR – PARIS”
AIX ISLAND
The French Aix island is located in front of the estuary of the Charente river Continue reading “AIX ISLAND”
A SECRET
Here is a mesmerizing autobiographical novel: “A Secret” by Philippe Grimbert Continue reading “A SECRET”
UNCOUTURE
A dress with pockets? Clothes that never wrinkle? Washable clothes Continue reading “UNCOUTURE”
LIGHT & SHADE
Perhaps should we stop glorifying public figures in order to accept them as human beings. Continue reading “LIGHT & SHADE”
THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 20
How nice to be called by school at 10 a.m, whereas you dropped the little ones there an hour and a half before; wheareas you have a busy schedule, to pick up a sick child. My 7-year-old daughter is a born actress, and I have no doubts that the school staff Continue reading “THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 20”
MONCEAU PARK – PARIS
Here is the final article of my series dedicated to Haussmannian Parisian parks Continue reading “MONCEAU PARK – PARIS”
NORTH BY NORTHWEST
“North by Northwest”, a film directed by Sir Alfred in 1959, is my favorite Hitchcock Continue reading “NORTH BY NORTHWEST”
FAUST & M.J. WINKLER
Who knows Walt Disney? The whole world. Who knows M.J. Winkler? Absolutely no one. Continue reading “FAUST & M.J. WINKLER”
MARCELLE DORMOY
When it comes to Marcelle Dormoy, the woman doesn’t elect her perfume Continue reading “MARCELLE DORMOY”
DE LA DÉMOCRATIE EN PANDÉMIE
Here is a very interesting essay published in January 2021 Continue reading “DE LA DÉMOCRATIE EN PANDÉMIE”
VICTOR/VICTORIA
“Victor Victoria” brings together Julie Andrews, Robert Preston and James Garner. Continue reading “VICTOR/VICTORIA”
PETITE CEINTURE – PARIS
La “Petite Ceinture” is one of those Parisian places out of time Continue reading “PETITE CEINTURE – PARIS”
DEHUMANISATION
A woman should be able to be who she wants to be, without having to face society Continue reading “DEHUMANISATION”
MONSIEUR APPERT
Behind the name of Monsieur Appert works a great team of producers and chefs Continue reading “MONSIEUR APPERT”
RETROGLAM
I am a little bit tired of certain public figures consistently using quasi or total nudity Continue reading “RETROGLAM”
MONTSOURIS PARK – PARIS
Here is another very pretty park that we owe to Napoleon III Continue reading “MONTSOURIS PARK – PARIS”
LES PARENTS TERRIBLES
Let’s talk about two cinematic gems: “Mildred Pierce” and “What Ever Happened to Baby Jane?”. Continue reading “LES PARENTS TERRIBLES”
THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 19
Taking pictures during Winter comes down to one word: cold. Very cold, not for my photographer who is wrapped in many layers of clothes (he even has special gloves that allow him to handle the camera without having to leave them) Continue reading “THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 19”
FAUST & GLORIA SWANSON
Gloria Swanson. Which actress would have dared Continue reading “FAUST & GLORIA SWANSON”
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
As a lawyer, I would be happy to review the terms and conditions Continue reading “TERMS AND CONDITIONS”
UNA GIORNATA PARTICOLARE
I guess that this 2020 Christmas will be remembered Continue reading “UNA GIORNATA PARTICOLARE”
TIRED SOLDIER
Are we all tired? Yes of course. Weariness and apathy are everywhere. Continue reading “TIRED SOLDIER”
MY SMALL BUSINESS
One of my previous posts proclaimed my distaste with fast fashion Continue reading “MY SMALL BUSINESS”
REPUBLICAN ATTIRE
We are in 2020 and some French institutions are still trying to standardize women’s clothing. Continue reading “REPUBLICAN ATTIRE”
L.I.L.A.R
Wearing a made-to-measure suit these days might seem old-fashioned Continue reading “L.I.L.A.R”
REAR WINDOW
“Rear Window” is a 1954 film directed by Alfred Hitchcock, starring James Stewart Continue reading “REAR WINDOW”
FAUST & ROSETTA THARPE
Who knew that rock music – an industry often imagined Continue reading “FAUST & ROSETTA THARPE”
SPIRIT OF THE ERA
Here are some photos of a time that is recent but has already passed Continue reading “SPIRIT OF THE ERA”
LES BUTTES-CHAUMONT – PARIS
The Buttes-Chaumont park, so charming today Continue reading “LES BUTTES-CHAUMONT – PARIS”
SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN
It’s quite simple, “Singing in The Rain” should be covered by Social Security Continue reading “SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN”
THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 18
Are my photos photoshopped? The answer is no. Nothing you see here or on Instagram is tampered with. 90% of the time, the photo sent by my photographer is perfect in terms of lighting or colors and is published as is. The remaining 10%, I have fun Continue reading “THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 18”
A SLAP IN THE FACE
Polanski, again.
Yes, Polanski again, since the info leaked last September Continue reading “A SLAP IN THE FACE”
NEOSLAVERY
Can we defend the “Black Lives Matter” movement and regularly buy fast fashion? Continue reading “NEOSLAVERY”
DEAD CALM
Published in 1963, “Dead Calm” is one of Charles Williams’ last novels. Continue reading “DEAD CALM”
LA BUTTE-AUX-CAILLES – PARIS
The Butte-aux-Cailles has preserved its village atmosphere Continue reading “LA BUTTE-AUX-CAILLES – PARIS”
INFLUENZA
What is “digital influence”, really? Let’s be honest: this new expression hides a business Continue reading “INFLUENZA”
VERSAILLES BY NIGHT
Every Saturday evening during Summer, Versailles displays a fairytale show Continue reading “VERSAILLES BY NIGHT”
THE LADY FROM SHANGHAI
“The Lady of Shanghai”, directed by Orson Welles in 1947 is quite a strange film. Continue reading “THE LADY FROM SHANGHAI”
MORTEMER ABBEY
In the heart of Lyons forest lies Mortemer Abbey, a former Cistercian monastery. Continue reading “MORTEMER ABBEY”
TROUVILLE BOARDWALK
Nicknamed the Queen of Beaches, Trouville is one of the oldest seaside resorts in Normandy. Continue reading “TROUVILLE BOARDWALK”
ETRETAT & MAURICE LEBLANC
Stopover in Etretat, on the breathtaking Alabaster Coast Continue reading “ETRETAT & MAURICE LEBLANC”
GONE WITH THE WIND
Should we be talking about “Gone with the Wind”? Of course, and especially now. Continue reading “GONE WITH THE WIND”
VEULES-LES-ROSES
A stopover in one of the most beautiful villages in Normandy: Veules-les-Roses. Continue reading “VEULES-LES-ROSES”
MIRROR CHILD
My six-year-old daughter cordially hates this swimsuit, and this is the perfect occasion Continue reading “MIRROR CHILD”
SUITCASE CHALLENGE
When you travel alone with two little ones, the suitcase test can be complicated. Continue reading “SUITCASE CHALLENGE”
SUMMERTIME
Back to the Auteuil gardens in this summery outfit. The tropical trees perfectly fit the Summer mood. Continue reading “SUMMERTIME”
TRIANON – VERSAILLES
Marie-Antoinette’s domain has always been my favorite part of Versailles royal domain. Continue reading “TRIANON – VERSAILLES”
DOUBLE STANDARD
I’ve been following the “Free the Nipple” initiative on Instagram for some time. Continue reading “DOUBLE STANDARD”
THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 17
Here I am, ten days after the lockdown has been lifted, trying to organize a photoshoot on the Parisian Pont des Arts (otherwise known as the Love Lock Bridge). I feel like a house pet left out in the wild. I am not quite sure about this space Continue reading “THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 17”
BLACK LIVES MATTER
For once, I’ll go against my own digital policy of not publishing pictures of my kids. Continue reading “BLACK LIVES MATTER”
CACHAREL
Here I am in a beautiful Cacharel dress, which I adore, just like the brand. Continue reading “CACHAREL”
NARCISSUS IN HOLLYWOOD
Here are two of my favourite films: “Sunset Boulevard”, directed by Billy Wilder Continue reading “NARCISSUS IN HOLLYWOOD”
CHAALIS
Chaalis is an ancestral domain on which you will find the ruins of a royal abbey Continue reading “CHAALIS”
CHARADE
A perfectly Hepburnian dress and a cruise on the Seine. It didn’t take much for me to think of “Charade”. Continue reading “CHARADE”
SOME LIKE IT HOT
“Some like it hot” is a romantic comedy directed by Billy Wilder in 1959 Continue reading “SOME LIKE IT HOT”
DAPHNE DU MAURIER
Let’s discuss about the queen of neo-gothic novel: the talented Daphne du Maurier. Continue reading “DAPHNE DU MAURIER”
THE BEAUTIFUL FALL
Alicia Drake’s “The Beautiful Fall: Fashion, Genius and Glorious Excess in 1970s Paris” Continue reading “THE BEAUTIFUL FALL”
THE GREAT GATSBY
I have infinite love for this white dress, which I perfectly picture being in “The Great Gatsby” Continue reading “THE GREAT GATSBY”
MISS SLOANE
Here’s an excellent film that went under the radar: “Miss Sloane”, directed in 2016 by John Madden Continue reading “MISS SLOANE”
GEORGE SAND
The Museum of Romantic Life was Dutch painter Ary Scheffer’s residence Continue reading “GEORGE SAND”
FAUST & MADELEINE VIONNET
Only the truly wise know: Vionnet is, and remains, the absolute reference Continue reading “FAUST & MADELEINE VIONNET”
MR. KLEIN
If our personal film archives say a lot about us, here is a film that says a lot about me Continue reading “MR. KLEIN”
LA PANTHÈRE
Here is a very good historical novel – although sometimes a bit hagiographic – called “La Panthère” Continue reading “LA PANTHÈRE”
ZADKINE MUSEUM – PARIS
Zadkine museum is one of the rare sculptors’ studios – along with that of Antoine Bourdelle Continue reading “ZADKINE MUSEUM – PARIS”
L.A. CONFIDENTIAL
“L.A. Confidential”, the book written in 1990 by James Ellroy or “L.A. Confidential”, the film Continue reading “L.A. CONFIDENTIAL”
THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 16
Do we drink alcohol during a photo shoot? Nope, never at all, never ever. The proof in pictures.
Let’s recap.
When in 2019, Triumph Lingerie contacted me, I excitedly began to brainstorm about the concepts I should take on the topic of women Continue reading “THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 16”
LA PAÏVA HOTEL
The Païva hotel is a Parisian townhouse built between 1856 and 1866 on the Champs-Elysées avenue. Continue reading “LA PAÏVA HOTEL”
BOURDELLE MUSEUM – PARIS
Born in 1861, Emile-Antoine Bourdelle was a prolific and influential French sculptor. Continue reading “BOURDELLE MUSEUM – PARIS”
LET’S DANCE (AGAIN)
Did I tear the tulle of this sumptuous dress with my stiletto heel as I danced? Continue reading “LET’S DANCE (AGAIN)”
EURYDICE MYTH
Let’s talk for a moment about two of my favourite movies: “Vertigo” and “Obsession”. Continue reading “EURYDICE MYTH”
MUSEUM OF ROMANTIC LIFE – PARIS
The Museum of Romantic Life was Dutch painter Ary Scheffer’s Continue reading “MUSEUM OF ROMANTIC LIFE – PARIS”
REBECCA
“Rebecca”, Alfred Hitchcock’s movie.
But more importantly, “Rebecca”, Daphné du Maurier’s novel. Continue reading “REBECCA”
CLOUD THE ISSUE
With the uprising of the MeToo movement follow exhortations to separate the man from the artist. Continue reading “CLOUD THE ISSUE”
FLEA MARKET – PARIS
Who knows the Parisian flea market, where previously-owned treasures can be found? Continue reading “FLEA MARKET – PARIS”
FAUST & LIANE DE POUGY
“Liane de Pougy sold her body, and for quite a sum, but she never sold her heart or her soul”. Continue reading “FAUST & LIANE DE POUGY”
INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE
Beauty, simplicity and sharpness are intimately linked in my spirit, when I look at myself in the mirror. Continue reading “INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE”
BARRY LYNDON
“Barry Lyndon”, Stanley Kubrick’s movie, or “The Luck of Barry Lyndon”, William Tackeray’s novel? Continue reading “BARRY LYNDON”
L’ALCAZAR – PARIS
L’Alcazar, or two rooms, two atmospheres. L’Alcazar, or the detox and the intox. Or vice versa. Continue reading “L’ALCAZAR – PARIS”
VAUX-LE-VICOMTE
50 kilometers Southeast of Paris is the matrix of every classic European castle: Vaux-le-Vicomte. Continue reading “VAUX-LE-VICOMTE”
REFLECTION
A woman should be able to look at herself in the mirror, without fearing anyone’s judgment Continue reading “REFLECTION”
FRENCH TOUCH EDITION
Digital life is good, right. But real life is even better. The dream life offered by Instagram is enjoyable but managing to inject a bit of dreaminess, joy and authenticity in your real life is even more fun and interesting. I believe that we are all, in one way or another, looking for meaning. Continue reading “FRENCH TOUCH EDITION”
FEMME FATALE
It is not a secret that I love classical American cinema, and especially film noir. Continue reading “FEMME FATALE”
HAPPINESS TYRANNY
I have been active on Instagram for 4 years and I have seen what I call the “injunction to happiness” time and time again. Continue reading “HAPPINESS TYRANNY”
CAFÉ CHARBON – PARIS
Café Charbon restaurant is an institution located in the Parisian Folie-Méricourt area, in the 11th district. Continue reading “CAFÉ CHARBON – PARIS”
THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 15
The other side of the picture is not always glorious. Especially when you go to Trouville for a photoshoot, hoping in vain that the marine breeze might make the boiling French heatwave tolerable.
Suffice it to say, it did not.
Taking pictures in a long dress Continue reading “THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 15”
WITCHES
And here I am in a playsuit that I particularly like, as it combines a strict tuxedo collar with the ease of a bare leg. Continue reading “WITCHES”
AMÉDÉE PARIS
Making merino wool scarves so delicate that they are as soft as cashmere, such is the achievement of Amédée Paris. Continue reading “AMÉDÉE PARIS”
TWEED
A autumnal outfit which perfectly goes with the warm and flamboyant shades of the season. Continue reading “TWEED”
YSL MUSEUM – PARIS
In 1974, the Yves Saint Laurent fashion house moved to a Parisian townhouse dating back to the Second Empire, 5 Avenue Marceau. Continue reading “YSL MUSEUM – PARIS”
LET’S DANCE
And here I am, in my dance attire but also in Marlène Dietrich’s suite at the Lancaster hotel in Paris, where she lived a few years, where she left her piano, to discuss dance. I recently inflicted a thousand stories documenting my dance practices on my community on Instagram Continue reading “LET’S DANCE”
OZALYS
Here we are, at the beginning of Pink October, the annual French breast cancer awareness campaign, which has been running since 1985. Continue reading “OZALYS”
FAUST & VIGÉE LE BRUN
I’m going to be honest: when I was first told that the theme for the next edition of Faust Magazine was Graffiti, I didn’t say much Continue reading “FAUST & VIGÉE LE BRUN”
NEW ERA
Since early May 2019, Instagram is officially testing hiding like counts in a few countries. Instagram wants its followers to focus on the content Continue reading “NEW ERA”
LUCIE MONIN
Let’s talk about Lucie Monin, the gilder, for a minute.
A lover of old tomes, Lucie originally wanted to become a book restorer Continue reading “LUCIE MONIN”
DON’T DO IT FOR THE GRAM
Let’s not do it for the gram.
Pictures of fires in the Amazon rainforest are being shared over and over again on social media Continue reading “DON’T DO IT FOR THE GRAM”
PURPLE NOON
A perfectly retro swimsuit, a sailboat: it doesn’t take much more than that for me to sail towards the murky waters of “Mr. Ripley”, the paper antihero created by Patricia Highsmith. Continue reading “PURPLE NOON”
GOLDEN HOUR
Here is the perfect dress for Summer nights out.
The V-neck and sleeveless cut make this a light and breezy dress to wear on a hot day Continue reading “GOLDEN HOUR”
JAMES BOND, HERSELF
For over twenty years, people have been telling me that there is something masculine about me. That I behave like a man. Continue reading “JAMES BOND, HERSELF”
IKB
It’s no secret, I love summery playsuits and it’s no secret either, I do love electric blue, this famous IKB or International Klein Blue. Continue reading “IKB”
THE BEACH
Long considered dangerous or of purely commercial interest, the sea, and by association, the beach, only gained in popularity in the 1750’s Continue reading “THE BEACH”
ROMAN HOLIDAY
“Roman Holiday”, produced by William Wyler in 1953, combines the talents of the delicious Audrey Hepburn and the charming Gregory Peck. Continue reading “ROMAN HOLIDAY”
ENGLISH GARDEN
And here is another beautiful gem from Needle & Thread, this English brand I cherish Continue reading “ENGLISH GARDEN”
THE MICSOLOGYST
Have you heard of the art of mixology applied to clothes? If you haven’t yet, let me introduce you to the expert: Audrey Cimignani Continue reading “THE MICSOLOGYST”
THE SWANS OF FIFTH AVENUE
Here I am, in a retro style, ready to tell you about a novel I loved: “The Swans of Fifth Avenue” Continue reading “THE SWANS OF FIFTH AVENUE”
MONTMARTRE – PARIS
And here is Montmartre as I like it: a desert Montmartre with no one in sight, early in the morning. It feels like a quiet village. Continue reading “MONTMARTRE – PARIS”
FAUST & COLETTE
Original, whimsical, elusive, rebellious are all words that could describe Colette, whose path was paved with scandal. Continue reading “FAUST & COLETTE”
SUPER SLOW FASHION
Here I am in a gorgeous, timeless, elegant 50’s dress.
I found it at the Puces, the Parisian flea market, in one of my favorite shops, Marcel and Jeannette Continue reading “SUPER SLOW FASHION”
CITÉCO – PARIS
Three lives, one palace.
That’s what I’ve named the Palais Gaillard, isn’t that fabulous? The Palais Gaillard is a jewel of neo-gothic, neo-Renaissance Parisian style Continue reading “CITÉCO – PARIS”
FILLING THE VOID
Good read of the week: “Filling the Void” by Marcus Gilroy-Ware, whose concern is to understand why so many people are addicted to social media. Continue reading “FILLING THE VOID”
PARISIAN DRESS CODE
What a feeling of dismay that overwhelms you when you receive a professional or semi-professional invitation and try to decipher the required dress code. Continue reading “PARISIAN DRESS CODE”
SERRES D’AUTEUIL
Yellow has been such a trendy color in Paris lately, right?
Here am I, in the Serres d’Auteuil botanical gardens. Continue reading “SERRES D’AUTEUIL”
THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 14
One could think that photoshoots are the most glamourous thing ever but oh no, let me stop you right there. Continue reading “THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 14”
DARK PATTERNS
This is me in black just because I think it’s appropriate, given that I want to discuss the dark side of the force with you today: digital “dark patterns”. Continue reading “DARK PATTERNS”
MOREAU PARIS
Moreau Paris is the symbol of a beautiful, historic tradition of the French “malletier”, the French trunk-maker. Continue reading “MOREAU PARIS”
BAGATELLE – PARIS
Bagatelle is the result of a crazy bet. In 1777, Marie-Antoinette challenged the Count of Artois to build a small palace in less than a hundred days. Continue reading “BAGATELLE – PARIS”
17h10
5:10 p.m. (in French “17h10”) is that twilight moment during which nearly everything is possible for a busy woman Continue reading “17h10”
CERNUSCHI MUSEUM – PARIS
The Cernuschi museum was founded in 1898 by the French banker and economist Henri Cernuschi Continue reading “CERNUSCHI MUSEUM – PARIS”
THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 13
My nine-year-old son recently triggered a deep reflection process when he said that, I quote, one of his friends had a dream life and he didn’t. Continue reading “THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 13”
CHINATOWN
“Chinatown”, which came out in 1974, is one of my favorite movies.
Plot twist, it’s a film noir. Continue reading “CHINATOWN”
CASTEL
Castel: a myth.
Yes, Castel is most definitely a myth, a place which always sparks a feeling of pleasure and excitement as you approach. Continue reading “CASTEL”
CASUAL
My 5-year-old daughter could not care less about clothes or appearance. All she wants is to be comfortable enough to run, jump or climb. Continue reading “CASUAL”
FAUST & SIMONE
I am now the ambassador of a marvelous publication: Faust Magazine. Why so marvelous, you ask? Continue reading “FAUST & SIMONE”
MOUNTAIN
When you’re at the mountain, I think it’s safe to say that style is usually the last thing on your mind.
LUTETIA HOTEL
After four long years of absence, it’s a pleasure to rediscover the Lutetia, or the only five-star hotel on the Parisian left bank. Continue reading “LUTETIA HOTEL”
LAURA
An outfit with a retro touch was the natural complement to this superb Lancaster en-suite. With such a setting, it seemed like the ideal occasion to discuss the movie “Laura”. Continue reading “LAURA”
DEFEANING SILENCE
How surprising, I usually overthink various topics (from the emotional development of my children to worldwide geostrategy, which is quite a wide range of subjects). Continue reading “DEFEANING SILENCE”
MOTHER CHRISTMAS
Sorry to state this again and again: I love red, that hot, sensual, lively colour. I love red that instantaneously highlights and brightens an otherwise slightly neutral or demure outfit. Continue reading “MOTHER CHRISTMAS”
ETHICAL CONSUMPTION
I had already mentioned in a post two years ago that, although my Instagram page might make you believe otherwise, I am absolutely not a “shopaholic”. Continue reading “ETHICAL CONSUMPTION”
CERCLE INTERALLIÉ
You understand the name of the Parisian Cercle Interallié when you know its full name: Cercle de l’Union Interalliée, founded in 1917 when the USA entered into World War I. Continue reading “CERCLE INTERALLIÉ”
ROARING
Yes, I am indeed breaking the sacrosanct rule, the law according to which one leopard print item per silhouette is enough. Continue reading “ROARING”
LUXEMBOURG GARDENS – PARIS
We say the Monceau Park, the Montsouris Park and the Buttes-Chaumont Park but the Luxembourg Gardens, which are treasured by many Parisians, deserve their particular appellation. Continue reading “LUXEMBOURG GARDENS – PARIS”
SAINT GERMAIN RESTAURANT – PARIS
My family history has made me, for better or for worse, I’m not entirely certain, into a person who is extremely demanding when it comes to gastronomy. Continue reading “SAINT GERMAIN RESTAURANT – PARIS”
NEW LOOK
Let me introduce a true Dior jewel. The work that went into this divine cocktail dress is absolutely mesmerizing. Continue reading “NEW LOOK”
THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 12
So.
Anything funny, a bit surprising, and a tad crazy this past few months?
Sure! The unexpected shooting of a TV episode for Fashion One Television, in English, over the course of two days. Continue reading “THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 12”
BEGUM PARIS
Before Bégum Paris, there was Delage, the beautiful French maison with its workshop in Ile-et-Villaine, France. A maison that would regularly lend its talents and savoir-faire to the greatest names, such as Chanel or Louboutin. Continue reading “BEGUM PARIS”
INTO THE BLUE
It is simply delightful to wear this Jason Wu dress, which I find absolutely gorgeous, during the festive season. The slightly dramatic bejeweled neckline is perfectly balanced out by the aerial grace of the skirt. Continue reading “INTO THE BLUE”
FAIRY TALE DRESS
Do you remember the scene where Cinderella’s godmother helps her prepare to go to the ball in Walt Disney’s dreamlike movie? Continue reading “FAIRY TALE DRESS”
FAKE LIFE
Time to clear the air.
My Instagram followers have been increasing by the thousands every day for over a week now. This could sound like good news but really it’s not because these accounts are fake, empty shells with no one behind them. Continue reading “FAKE LIFE”
MAHARANI
This beautiful little gem is from Needle & Thread, an English brand founded in 2013, whose sophisticated, supremely feminine style is instantly recognisable due to the embroideries and sequins present in each collection. Continue reading “MAHARANI”
WELCOME INTO THE POST-WEINSTEIN ERA
Here she is, the reason for this website. Here she is, the dear teen of whom I speak so often.
Here she is, the smart and kind and beautiful Hannah. Continue reading “WELCOME INTO THE POST-WEINSTEIN ERA”
ROCK’N ROLL VIBES
Wearing leather pants can be a perilous exercise. The piece is so connotated that it can easily become vulgar. The main trap to avoid, in my opinion, is to try and erotize the silhouette more than it already is. Continue reading “ROCK’N ROLL VIBES”
LES INVALIDES – PARIS
Les Invalides complex dominates the Parisian skyline and encapsulates two major moments of French history: Louis XIV and Napoleon’s reigns, my favorite French dictators (kind of). Continue reading “LES INVALIDES – PARIS”
CONFESSIONS OF A NON-SHOPAHOLIC
People often ask me if I like to shop. Those who don’t know me imagine that I raid the Avenue Montaigne on a weekly basis.
They couldn’t be further removed from the truth. Continue reading “CONFESSIONS OF A NON-SHOPAHOLIC”
THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 11
This is a morning like no other. Obviously. Let’s be honest for a minute.
During week time, mornings – at my place at least – are closer to a very controlled speed race but a speed race nonetheless. Continue reading “THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 11”
GALLIERA – PARIS
How could I be a decent parisienne who loves the history of fashion and not talk about the Galliera Palace? Well, I couldn’t, because it’s Paris fashion museum.
I couldn’t for several reasons. Continue reading “GALLIERA – PARIS”
LE MIEL DE PARIS
Urban honey… urban honey?
Let’s talk about Audric de Campeau’s fabulous initiative, or the installation of beehives on the roofs of Parisian monuments.
Why the terms “urban honey”, you might ask? Continue reading “LE MIEL DE PARIS”
THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 10
I nearly died during this photo shoot. Yes, yes, yes. I was calmly walking over to the place where Cedric, my fully equipped photographer (top quality lens, integrated light box and all that not-so-discrete attire). Continue reading “THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 10”
UNCHAINED
One never highlights their back enough, which is a shame given how sensual a back can be.
I’ve chosen to address this issue by wearing this chain-covered vintage dress.
Yes, I know what you’re thinking. Continue reading “UNCHAINED”
VARADI x JD BAROCCA
Varadi is all about the quality of the leather, the arch of each sole and the surprising sensation of comfort one feels when wearing Varadi heels, though they are undeniably very high.
Those little details that make a big difference, right. Continue reading “VARADI x JD BAROCCA”
DELVAUX
“Love at first sight”. That’s how I’d describe my experience with Delvaux.
This beautiful house was created in 1829, which makes it the oldest fine leather goods house in the world and one of Belgium’s national jewels. Continue reading “DELVAUX”
LIBERTY
Those who’ve been following my adventure since the very beginning are well aware of my love for boating.
The setting has changed a little and so have the type and the size of the boat: may I introduce this gorgeous 56ft long sailing boat. Continue reading “LIBERTY”
TEN COMMANDMENTS OF STYLE
We are constantly bombarded with tutorials, shows and articles that teach us the supposed ‘dos’ and ‘don’ts’ of fashion, so we all pretty much know the steps to look like an honest woman on the street. Continue reading “TEN COMMANDMENTS OF STYLE”
UN SOIR A L’OPÉRA
Let’s talk about candles for a minute, shall we?
The subject may sound trivial but it isn’t, given that our habit of lighting candles to fill our homes with sweet fragrances participates directly in domestic pollution. Continue reading “UN SOIR A L’OPÉRA”
LANCASTER HOTEL
Let’s talk about the Lancaster Hotel. This beautiful haussmannien hotel, located right off the Champs-Elysées, is a historical marvel.
The place’s intense calmness creates a stark contrast with the bustling Champs-Elysées. Continue reading “LANCASTER HOTEL”
DUCOTÉ & CÔTE
Today, I want to tell you about a lawyer: Suzanne Ducoté.
A lawyer who chose another path.
Suzanne’s bubbly personality, beautiful energy and intelligence set her up for a brilliant, intellectually stimulating career as a business lawyer. Continue reading “DUCOTÉ & CÔTE”
THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 9
The holidays and the beautiful weather have allowed me to post photos and videos of me on a gorgeous sailing boat. These posts make it seem like my life is magazine material. Continue reading “THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 9”
MONEY CAN’T BUY STYLE
Luxury is not synonymous with a price tag but resides in the correlation between quality and a coherent price. This is why I wanted to present this outfit to you, although it certainly didn’t break the bank. Continue reading “MONEY CAN’T BUY STYLE”
THE BEAUTY MYTH – PART 2
Is a moment of outrage allowed? I guess so.
I have written about my love for Naomi Wolf’s “Beauty Myth”, published in 1990, on a previous occasion. The essay explores how women were, and continue to be, alienated by unrealistic diktats around physical perfection, desirability and the constant staging of their bodies as sexual objects. Continue reading “THE BEAUTY MYTH – PART 2”
THE BEAUTY MYTH
Bikini pictures, or the perfect occasion of talking about Naomi Wolf.
I have infinite admiration for the American essayist who published her famous “Beauty Myth” in 1990. Continue reading “THE BEAUTY MYTH”
DOLCE VITA
I clearly love Dolce & Gabbana’s ultra-femininity, which has always represented the quintessence of the Italian dolce vita for me: the 60’s, the sun, femininity, voluptuousness, grace and love. Continue reading “DOLCE VITA”
ORANGE IS THE NEW BLACK
This item is a UFO: a playsuit by Victoria Beckham designed for target, the massive U.S. department store. Indeed, Victoria Beckham presented Target with an affordable 150-piece-collection in Spring 2017, which includes a line for plus-size women and for children. In all fairness, it’s quite a success. Continue reading “ORANGE IS THE NEW BLACK”
MAISON CHATEAU ROUGE
Born in 2015, Maison Château Rouge is the Parisian brand with an African soul, as said by its creator, Youssouf Fofana, who inspires himself from his own Senegalese heritage, as well as in traditional African wax prints to drape the Parisian’s urban silhouette. Continue reading “MAISON CHATEAU ROUGE”
PETITJEAN PARIS
You know my love for Petitjean Paris.
I love the refinement and the sense of freshness that always transpires in founder Léa Petitjean’s work. It so happens that Léa expanded the range of her creations last year. Continue reading “PETITJEAN PARIS”
THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 8
Please find attached the images that exemplify an utter, complete failure of a photoshoot.
I don’t have tons of free time in my day to day life so I often try to bring things together as smoothly and efficiently as possible. Continue reading “THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 8”
EXPIATORY CHAPEL – PARIS
I would like to talk to you about a monument only few people know about, although it is truly worth the visit: the “Expiatory Chapel” dedicated to French King Louis XVI and Queen Marie-Antoinette. Continue reading “EXPIATORY CHAPEL – PARIS”
LANGEAIS
And here I am, a little provocative, in my vintage Old England cape, visiting a medieval French castle which was the subject of bitter battles between France and England: the castle of Langeais. Continue reading “LANGEAIS”
MARGARETH & MOI
Margareth & Moi is the result of a beautiful story that involves neither Margareth, nor myself at that, but two individuals by the name of Victoria and Gildas.
Victoria and Gildas met in another life, when they were both working for Olivier Lapidus. That meeting led to a true friendship but also a superb creation: Margareth & Moi. Continue reading “MARGARETH & MOI”
THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 7
A few people – be they my dear teen or lawyers who know about the double life as lawyer/digitalizer I lead – often encourage me to share a bit more about my life, in all its craziness and complexity. Continue reading “THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 7”
LET’S GO BOLD
This vintage dress is incredible and dazzling with its intense color and endless fabric. So strong and intense that it cannot go unnoticed. Continue reading “LET’S GO BOLD”
SMOKING HOT
It is a challenge not to look furiously elegant in a tuxedo. Some might even say furiously feminine.
However, if dared, the tuxedo must be absolutely perfect. You might find me a little snobbish but in my opinion, a tuxedo is either YSL or it is not. Continue reading “SMOKING HOT”
THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 6
It’s rather easy to look fresh, dewy and put together on a photo… if you are lucky enough to work with a professional photographer with good taste and top-notch material.
This happens to be my case, given that I wanted to launch and build this website in the most professional way possible. Continue reading “THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 6”
CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF
Going up to a Parisian rooftop is the perfect opportunity to talk about Tennessee Williams, as a wink to his famous “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof”. Continue reading “CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF”
THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 5
When your name is neither Vogue, nor Vanity Fair, when you’re simply a lawyer in banking and financial law (it’s quite arid, I agree) but you want to become the poet, the representative of Parisian elegance, how do you organise a photo shoot ? Continue reading “THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 5”
#DRESSUPYOURLIFE
Thanks to the three children that surround me every day, I am the witness to brilliant comebacks and hilarious retorts.
And today, a selection of what could turn out to be an inspiring thematic: #DressUpYourLife: Continue reading “#DRESSUPYOURLIFE”
JOYFUL VINTAGE
He’s gorgeous, clever, nifty, enduring, versatile and ingenious.
(No, no, no, I’m not talking about my lover). Continue reading “JOYFUL VINTAGE”
THE LESS, THE BETTER
Makeup and contouring tutorials always leave me astonished – when they land on my Instagram feed. I remain mesmerized by the many layers of creams, primers, foundations and other powders applied to the skin. Continue reading “THE LESS, THE BETTER”
IT’S PLASTIC, IT’S FANTASTIC!
It seems like 2018 is the year PVC makes a comeback and I must admit that it’s pretty fantastic, especially when it rains.
And if you’re going to wear a plastic trench coat – plastic not being the most noble material ever – just have fun! Continue reading “IT’S PLASTIC, IT’S FANTASTIC!”
SPINNING AROUND
When Winter finally gives way to the warmth of spring and summer, I am always eager to start wearing long, flowing skirts, which I find excessively feminine, so long as they are properly cinched at the waist. Continue reading “SPINNING AROUND”
TIME’S UP
Some time ago, I presented my interrogations concerning #MeToo here. I expressed my fear of seeing this movement become a trial by the people and my hope that it would trigger legal and judiciary changes, which are, in my opinion, the only tools that can really change mindsets in the long run. Continue reading “TIME’S UP”
DIGITAL LIFE VERSUS REAL LIFE
I recently stumbled upon the Instagram page of a very famous blogger who recently gave birth and has been bombarding her 10 million + followers with intimate pictures of her baby. The pictures feature her and the baby in the clinic room, in the arms of the father crying – the newborn baby’s every angle is given for the world to see. Continue reading “DIGITAL LIFE VERSUS REAL LIFE”
A LOVE-HATE RELATIONSHIP WITH INSTAGRAM
To paraphrase Loïc Prigent, who recently pulished “I Love Fashion But it’s Everything That I Hate”, I love Instagram but it’s everything that I hate too.
I love Instagram because it allows you to create a community of like-minded people, to discover new horizons and sometimes it even makes you meet beautiful people in real life. Continue reading “A LOVE-HATE RELATIONSHIP WITH INSTAGRAM”
ALL BLACK
To paraphrase Gabrielle Chanel, one of my favorite colors is black (although, technically, black isn’t really a color but still). Continue reading “ALL BLACK”
ATELIER LES LYONNES
Let’s talk about the Atelier Les Lyonnes.
Its founder, the utterly charming Anne-Claire Thiriot, decided to give spats a new life. The bet was a risky one, given that the accessory is rather dated.
And yet, the bet was worth it because she has, in a nutshell, given it a new life. Continue reading “ATELIER LES LYONNES”
MEGÈVE
The name Megève is very much associated with the Rothschild, and for a simple reason: the skiing station was created by them after the First World war, as they refused to cohabitate with the Germans during their stays in Swiss stations. Continue reading “MEGÈVE”
FROM PARIS WITH LOVE
In my wildest dreams, I re-write the script for my life and I become a secret agent (the movie version, because in real life it looks like a pretty dirty job). Continue reading “FROM PARIS WITH LOVE”
LA RESERVE PARIS
La Réserve Paris is a five-star hotel which opened in 2015, discretely located on an avenue off the Champs-Elysées. It was merely elected best hotel in the world by the readers of the prestigious Condé Nast Traveler magazine. Continue reading “LA RESERVE PARIS”
RAYON SPECIAL
I fell head-over-heels in love with the young brand Rayon Spécial, which brings together a wonderful collection of vintage glasses from the 30’s through to the 60’s. The glasses are laminated with gold and lovingly restored by the young designer Yoan Dahan. Continue reading “RAYON SPECIAL”
MASCULINE/FEMININE
How can you not think of Marlene Dietrich as the Blue Angel when it comes to the Yves Saint Laurent smoking suit?
I believe that it is perfectly possible to be furiously feminine in a three-piece suit and absolutely masculine in a dress. Continue reading “MASCULINE/FEMININE”
LE FLORE EN L’ILE – PARIS
I have always liked the Flore en l’Ile but especially so recently, given that a friend of mine took over the establishment a few months ago. The place is so deliciously retro and so perfectly Parisian that I half-expect Simone de Beauvoir to walk in at any moment. Continue reading “LE FLORE EN L’ILE – PARIS”
SNOW
The Canadians must have been laughing pretty hard at our few centimetres of snow… and their catastrophic impact.
There was hardly any traffic, all the parks were closed, people looked like penguins as they struggled to walk, all wrapped up in layers of clothes: it was a beautiful mess. Continue reading “SNOW”
ATOMIC BLONDE
“Atomic Blonde” was definitely one of my favorite movies of 2017.
In a nutshell: Lorraine Broughton, an MI6 agent played by Charlize Theron, is sent to Berlin a few days before the fall of the wall in order to find a lost list of secret agents. Continue reading “ATOMIC BLONDE”
IN PRAISE OF LAZINESS
I happily practice an art which I find highly necessary, that of doing nothing. It is, in my opinion the natural continuation in one’s adult life of an art I practiced as a child, that of boredom. Continue reading “IN PRAISE OF LAZINESS”
IMPRESSION-MANAGEMENT STRATEGY
If you thought that your selfies were totally innocent, you were wrong, apparently.
A study published in 2017 by the Florida State University suggests that people use different physical positions and manipulate camera angles when taking selfies, in an unconscious impression-management strategy. Continue reading “IMPRESSION-MANAGEMENT STRATEGY”
FURIOUS DEBATE
It’s quite obvious that I love fur. My little sister hates me for it and I wouldn’t be surprise if PETA struck me with its wrath sooner rather than later, considering the numerous furs in the posts of this website. Continue reading “FURIOUS DEBATE”
FUN FACTS
Fun facts? We’ve got fun facts:
I am short. That’s not so funny but I just wanted to specify it because every time someone sees me in real life after having seen pictures that someone tells me: “but you looked so much taller”. There you go, that’s kinda funny… I’m really 1m64! Continue reading “FUN FACTS”
PROFESSION – SLASHER
This website definitely raises many questions around me. Some people don’t really understand why I persist on wanting to live off this digital initiative when I am a lawyer and a doctor in law. According to them, all of this is a waste of my intellectual capacities and a plain waste of time. Continue reading “PROFESSION – SLASHER”
A LIFE OF SIN
What my 4-year-old daughter calls my princess dress is in fact a wedding gown. My wedding gown. A wedding gown that I never got to wear seeing as I never got married (although everything was ready: the ring, the ceremony… but we ended changing our minds and preferring a life of sin). Continue reading “A LIFE OF SIN”
GOING PRIVATE
People often wonder why I don’t post more pictures of the kids.
The dear teenager has her own Instagram account and seeing as the teenage years aren’t generally the ones during which you feel most luminous and radiant, I would never post any picture of her without her explicit approval. Continue reading “GOING PRIVATE”
BVLGARI
Bvlgari, the roman jeweler. Bulgari, the jeweler of vibrant, colorful gems. Bvlgari, the jeweler which masterfully combines utter elegance, with an oh-so-Roman touch of creative madness. Creativity is the master word. Passion too. Continue reading “BVLGARI”
HARDCORE
Sometimes… Sometimes I am in a hardcore mood. If you know what I mean.
If you don’t, now you do: Continue reading “HARDCORE”
THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 4
It’s not a secret to anybody that I love the retro style. However, I’m more of a fan of the ‘retro touch’ than the full vintage retro look. I admire some of the women who are capable of wearing shoes, makeup, clothes and an updo that would fit perfectly into a picture from the 40s, 50s, or 60s but I feel very removed from that world for several reasons. Continue reading “THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 4”
THE THOMAS CROWN AFFAIR
“The Thomas Crown Affair”, two movies, really.
The first one dates back to 1968 and starred Steve McQueen and Faye Dunaway. The story is actually rather simple: Thomas Crown is extremely rich and equally bored, which is why he organizes a hold-up in a bank (I know, not exactly what I do when I’m bored either but oh well…). Continue reading “THE THOMAS CROWN AFFAIR”
COURREGES
Today’s subject of discussion is none other than one of the most vanguard Parisian brands, the famous maison Courrèges, which was one of the first to offer trousers and miniskirts to women. Continue reading “COURREGES”
AM I A FEMINIST? – PART 4
Excellent article by Peggy Sastre, published in December 2017 on Slate. Her equally excellent expression “the steak patriarchy” remaining in copyleft, I will respectfully and happily use it for the purpose of this article. Continue reading “AM I A FEMINIST? – PART 4”
GARNIER OPERA HOUSE – PARIS
I am always extremely moved by what the Garnier Opera house represents.
Besides the fact that the building is of an absolutely decadent beauty and that it reunites many arts in its midst (Lyrical art! Dancing! Painting and a Chagall ceiling! Literature and the phantom of the Opera! Architecture!), the Opera house perfectly illustrates the rule of will. Continue reading “GARNIER OPERA HOUSE – PARIS”
THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 3
I realize that I have been lying to you.
Partially lying, to be precise. Against my will, in reality. Continue reading “THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PICTURE – PART 3”
#NOTMETOO BUT #METOOANYWAY
Shall we talk about #metoo?
I have got extremely mixed feelings regarding the whole thing – first and foremost, I am disgusted by all the abuse. The following post is just a flow of thoughts triggered by the campaign, with near to no distance given that we’re all swimming in the midst of these murky, muddy waters at the moment. Continue reading “#NOTMETOO BUT #METOOANYWAY”
THE FOUR TOLTEC AGREEMENTS
Contemplate the possibility of an act being a mistake. Contemplate all the whys and wherefores of the said act. Assess all the alternative routes offered by life (… dive right into the mistake but knowing that it is a mistake): that is the perfect allegory of my life. Continue reading “THE FOUR TOLTEC AGREEMENTS”
THE MARRIAGE OF MARIA BRAUN
A completely, utterly retro outfit, that reminds me of Fassbinder’s movie “The Marriage of Maria Braun”, which I liked a lot (probably because of the little veil). Continue reading “THE MARRIAGE OF MARIA BRAUN”
PALAIS ROYAL – PARIS
You often see me wearing these pants with these shoes. There are two reasons for this.
I like these pants. And I like these shoes.
I’m kidding.
Well, kind of. Continue reading “PALAIS ROYAL – PARIS”
LATE BLOOMER
I am what you’d call a late bloomer, one of those women who becomes beautiful with age.
Strangely, I say this without any pretense: I don’t think I’m the prettiest (I am actually totally incapable of naming the most beautiful woman in the world because I find lots of women beautiful in many different ways) but I’m happy with what I see in the mirror, be it puffy and eyes and poufy hair or a perfectly prepped face. Continue reading “LATE BLOOMER”
THE TYRANNY OF SEXY
Let’s talk about the objectification of women’s bodies, shall we?
It is a mystery to me that our « modern », occidental societies manage to associate at the same time feminism and hyper-sexualisation of women’s bodies. Continue reading “THE TYRANNY OF SEXY”
MIRROR, MIRROR ON THE WALL
When you have a public account on Instagram and that you wish to reach a maximum number of people, there are two possible postures.
The first one is to consider that you influence others: the idea is therefore to increase your number of followers whilst only following a few, often institutional or celebrities accounts. Continue reading “MIRROR, MIRROR ON THE WALL”
RÉ ISLAND
The island of Ré is full of treasures: the beach and farniente, the architecture, the history, an ancestral and yet diversified local life. The whole place is still rather wild and authentic thanks to the action of the local political actors (and to a 16€ toll on the road that gives one access to the island during high season). Continue reading “RÉ ISLAND”
AZAY-LE-RIDEAU
I’ll quickly paraphrase Balzac because I find his formulation very accurate: Azay-le-Rideau is a “multi-cut/faceted diamond crimped by the Indre river”.
Azay is a true Renaissance gem, its finesse makes it look like a little ornament floating on the water. Continue reading “AZAY-LE-RIDEAU”
MOTHERS AND DAUGHTERS
It is urgent that we start loving. Loving ourselves in order to love others.
This motto, which is already engraved in the very DNA of this website, is the main idea in Renee Engeln’s book: “Beauty sick: How the cultural obsession with appearance hurts girls and women”, published in April 2017. Renee Engeln is Professor of Instruction in the Department of Psychology at Northwestern University, USA. Continue reading “MOTHERS AND DAUGHTERS”
CHENONCEAU
This may seem strange but the castle of Chenonceau left me with mixed feelings of amazement and sadness. The place is utterly gorgeous but something (other than the hoards of tourists) creates an atmosphere of utter melancholy, which might have something to do with its history. Continue reading “CHENONCEAU”
CHRISTIAN DIOR EXHIBITION – PARIS
The Parisian Arts Décoratifs museum celebrated in 2017 the 70th anniversary of the creation of the house of Dior. This lavish and comprehensive exhibition invites visitors on a voyage of discovery through the universe of the house of Dior’s founder and the illustrious couturiers who succeeded him : Yves Saint Laurent, Marc Bohan, Gianfranco Ferré, John Galliano, Raf Simons and, most recently, Maria Grazia Chiuri. Continue reading “CHRISTIAN DIOR EXHIBITION – PARIS”
THE BLACK SWAN
I happened to very intentionally stumble upon Ivanka Trump’s Instagram page, given that I’ve been observing her and her public initiatives from a distance for some time now. The persona intrigues me (the underlying question being: what will she actually do with all the cards she has in hand to trigger progress in some areas?) Continue reading “THE BLACK SWAN”
JET LAG
“Jet lag, also called desynchronosis and flight fatigue, is a temporary disorder that causes fatigue, insomnia, and other symptoms as a result of air travel across multiple time zones. It is considered a circadian rhythm sleep disorder, which is a disruption of the internal circadian clock”. Continue reading “JET LAG”
BREAKFAST AT TIFFANY’S
In this post, I felt like discussing – in my own way – a movie that I absolutely love: “Breakfast at Tiffany’s”.
I have no particular affinity with Tiffany & Co but my love for Bulgari is limitless and well-documented, therefore this photoshoot became Breakfast at Bulgari’s, with the help of a coffee and a croissant. Continue reading “BREAKFAST AT TIFFANY’S”
HANDOVER OF POWER
A stunning vintage Yolanda dress from the sixties. I admire the refinement of the embellished collar but I admire way it falls and flows perfectly. The coral-beset lady is older than me but it would make any young woman pale in comparison given its holding (so imagine how pale this 42-year-old young woman looks). Continue reading “HANDOVER OF POWER”
DEAUVILLE
Deauville is first and foremost the crazy story of a financial coup.
In only four years, thanks to the funds of powerful Second Empire businessmen, who had seen the juicy potential of the project, Deauville sea resort emerged from the swamps and from 1864 to this day, the rich Parisian society enjoys spending time in the « town of pleasures ». Continue reading “DEAUVILLE”
LET’S KEEP IT SIMPLE
I really like this beautiful Hugo Boss dress, because its perfect cut gives it a fluidity that matches my Spring/Summer desires. Incredibly comfortable and aerial, it is, in my opinion, the example of the chic that is just enough on its own. Continue reading “LET’S KEEP IT SIMPLE”
MEANWHILE, IN REAL LIFE…
I have two very personal reasons to maintain my website and its related IG page: the two young ladies surrounding me at home. One is 4 years old (and we have time). The other one is almost 18 and, bottom line, is the core reason of all you see here. Continue reading “MEANWHILE, IN REAL LIFE…”
PROTOTYPE
An exquisite Fendi blouse that I pre-ordered during the Milan Spring/Summer fashion shown, and the only existing one at that. Continue reading “PROTOTYPE”
GUEDELON
Guédelon is a crazy story: in northern Burgundy, a team of experts have taken on an extraordinary challenge: building a castle using medieval techniques and materials.
This explains why Guédelon celebrates in 2017 its 20th birthday. Continue reading “GUEDELON”
SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER
Now, here’s a dress that I don’t wear all that often…. Even though it’s excessively well cut and pleasant to wear, I am always a little uncomfortable with how low-cut it is. To paraphrase Dear Mother, this dress doesn’t leave much space for imagination. Continue reading “SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER”
NO PAIN, NO GAIN
This Burberry dress with its pretty bejeweled collar often – depending on the posture – makes me look pregnant. That’s because of its Empire waistline combined with a balloon-shaped skirt. But at the end of the day, looking like you’re pregnant isn’t the worst thing that could happen once you stop running after a skinny figure. Continue reading “NO PAIN, NO GAIN”
SO CLICHÉ
Don’t ask me why but I’m going to tell you about Harlequin books.
The context was simple though: it was just another studious night during which my teen and I were working each on her side of the table – like it is often the case – when we started drifting towards Harlequin books, cheap and totally unlikely romance novels that neither of us had ever read. Continue reading “SO CLICHÉ”
AM I A FEMINIST? – PART 3
I am somewhat concerned by a few female celebrities, who owe their notoriety solely to the bikini-clad pictures they post and proclaim themselves feminists, although they do nothing else on the side. Continue reading “AM I A FEMINIST? – PART 3”
WINNING COMBO
Two ways to honor this ravishing white white Japanese wool Characters jumpsuit. The red Fendi fur gives the silhouette a bit of pzazz and structure, whilst the Marni jacket’s golden touches, combined with Jimmy Choo stilettos and a Louboutin clutch create a softer, more discreet silhouette. Continue reading “WINNING COMBO”
SOCIOLOGY OF CLOTHING
Although we don’t have many clothes left from before the 18th century, sociologists quickly understood that clothing was, back in the day, a sign of social status, which could indicate your status, age, fortune, and first and foremost, the social class you belonged to. Continue reading “SOCIOLOGY OF CLOTHING”
LA PARISIENNE
I wanted to begin this text by declaring my love for Paris and by claiming that I feel like a true Parisienne… but, beyond simply being born in Paris, how is one Parisian?
Jean-Jacques Rousseau was asking himself the same question as early as 1761, when he declared that “fashion dominates provincials but Parisians dominate fashion”. Continue reading “LA PARISIENNE”
THE PHILADELPHIA STORY
Don’t ask me why, but this outfit reminds me of Katharine Hepburn’s inimitable silhouette. Continue reading “THE PHILADELPHIA STORY”
NISSIM DE CAMONDO MUSEUM – PARIS
This museum is an early 20th century mansion, built and decorated by a banker who loved the Age of French Enlightenment.
It’s my favorite museum in Paris. I have been visiting it regularly for the past twenty years, like I would an old friend, just to make sure it hasn’t changed and everything is fine. It is a place outside of time, both magnificent and tragic. Continue reading “NISSIM DE CAMONDO MUSEUM – PARIS”
HAUSSMANNIAN STYLE
What is more emblematic of Paris than the Haussmannian building? When Napoleon III commissioned Georges-Eugène Haussmann in 1853 to modernize Paris, an architectural revolution began. Continue reading “HAUSSMANNIAN STYLE”
SO FAR, SO GOOD
Delicious day with the three kids: we thought that the return of beautiful weather deserved an outing at the Monceau Park. Really, though, we were five, given that my youngest decided to take her baby doll with her. Continue reading “SO FAR, SO GOOD”
ON THE WATERFRONT – PARIS
Those who know Paris are aware that its docks are full of life. Full of life first of all… because people live there, on barges, which are often charming and graceful.
Full of life also because, depending on the spot, you’ll find either an astonishing number of bars and restaurants, or simply a welcome solitude. Continue reading “ON THE WATERFRONT – PARIS”
AM I A FEMINIST? – PART 2
Am I a feminist ? Still unclear.
I came across this article from Harper’s Bazaar titled “Motherhood is not a woman’s most important job”. Continue reading “AM I A FEMINIST? – PART 2”
APPARENT SIMPLICITY
This Mulberry dress is absolutely outstanding and mirrors everything that I love: an apparent simplicity, a savoir-faire and most of all a work of embroidery that just makes the dress a marvel. Continue reading “APPARENT SIMPLICITY”
VARADI
Let’s talk about these lovely open-toed stilettos, which are the cherry on the cake of a new, confidential, luxury brand: Varadi.
Varadi’s founder, Diana, started her project from a very simple simple observation: given that she loves wearing very high heels all day long but that she’s never found a match made in heaven, she simply decided to launch her own brand. Continue reading “VARADI”
BLUE COLLAR
This strict Tara Jarmon cape – which can easily make one look like a communicant – definitely deserved the slight enhancement brought on by the simple addition of this removable collar, which originally came with a Fendi coat. Continue reading “BLUE COLLAR”