The spirit and artistry of the fashion publishing mogul Condé Nast comes alive in the recently opened exhibition “Papier Glacé, un Siècle de Photographie de Mode chez Condé Nast” or in English “Coming Into Fashion, a Century of Photography at Condé Nast” at Paris’ elegant Palais Galliera. The ...
Staying Français in the Nouvelle Année
After attempting to follow my resolution for 2013 which was perfecting the Parisian me in the Nouvelle Année, I determined the following: becoming Parisian demands diligence and devotion. Staying Parisian, on the other hand, is a lifelong quest that requires finesse and a cunning talent for ...
Alaïa Exhibition Palais Galliera
Azzedine Alaïa goes on display! At the Palais Galliera in Paris an exhibition to celebrate the career of the couturier who has deffined the contemporary aesthetics of the body, a real “sculptor of clothes.” All fabrics, fine or simple become valuable works of art in his hands. Tunisian-born Paris ...
It’s Christmas Time In Paris! Léa Seydoux Lights Up Galeries Lafayette!
The holiday spirit is in the air, and in Paris that means Christmas is officially in the department stores! Nothing screams Christmas in Paris more than walking by the elaborately decorated large gallery windows of some of the worlds most famous departments stores. Each year department stores such ...
Saut Hermès – A Luxury Equestrian Tradition
The fourth annual Saut Hermès equestrian event took place recently at the magnificent Grand Palais – a favourite Parisian landmark of Karl Lagerfeld. The Grand Palais – which has hosted the famous Biennale des Antiquaires and Chanel runways – was steeped in sophistication as stylish spectators ...
Le Titty Twister – A Tarantino Infused Hot Spot
Rock-n-roll meets trashy chic at Paris's new late night lounge Le Titty Twister. If you can make it past the long line of magnificent models and the discerning doorman, you descend into a raunchy Mexican bar inspired by Quentin Tarantino’s famous movie “From Dusk Till Dawn.” A scene out of Pulp ...
Hommage a L’Elegance de la Comtesse Mona Bismarck
In a poetic homage to the elegant Countess Mona Bismarck, the Mona Bismarck American Center for art & culture in conjunction with the legendary designer Hubert de Givenchy designed an intimate exhibition to celebrate his beloved friend. Featuring beautiful Balenciaga gowns that belonged to ...
Party With the Pretty People – L’Insolent Magazine After Party
The young and the beautiful donned hats and veils and leather garb. They thrived in the smoky bowels of the smoking room at Dandy in Pigalle. And they danced together. It was sartorially delicious to invade a space so full of fashion ingenues, throwing down their euros - for the first time ...
Paris Déco Off – A Decorating Extravaganza
Decorative delight! Over 70 stylish showrooms filled with exquisite interior designs, furnishings, tapestries and fabrics will preview their collections at the fourth edition of Paris Déco Off. Beginning January 17-22, the who’s who of the design world will set-up shop in Saint-Germain-des-Pres, ...
United Nude and Niels Shoe Muleman: A ‘Soleful’ Soirée
Let’s be honest, it’s not everyday that you meet someone whose ‘middle name’ epitomizes footwear. I was delighted to meet the ultra cool Mr. Niels Shoe Meulman at the Meulman and United Nude Party at Paris’ trendy concept store L’Eclaireur. The renowned Amsterdam born graffiti artist and graphic ...
Paris Holiday Hôtel Hopping
Paris is known for many things; its beauty, architecture, romance, shopping, and last but certainly not least its magnificent hotels. And there is no better time of year than during the holiday season to visit these exquisite establishments. Each hotel is lavishly decorated to celebrate the holiday ...
A Sparkling Winter Wonderland – Paris Holiday Travel Guide
Luxurious lights, splendid skating, posh presents and merry markets—The holidays are coming, and what better place to spend this festive time of year than the magical City of Light? Paris comes to life as it is transformed into a fantastical winter wonderland during this special season. The city is ...