When most people think of Parisian style, they probably picture a woman wearing slim dark jeans paired with a striped top and navy blazer. All three items are perennial wardrobe classics, but a sexy dress is also a must, especially come spring, when Parisiennes start to venture outside in their floral frocks, to meet friends […]
Paris History
Seafood Restaurants in Saint-Germain
It’s April Fool’s Day — or, as the French say, Poisson d’Avril (April Fish), where the joke is in kids sticking as many paper fish onto the backs of unsuspecting adults as possible. The origin of this long-time tradition is unclear. It could have something to do with the New Year having once begun on […]
The Marvellous Tale of the Merry-Go-Round
Like so many of the lovely things in life (the little black dress, confetti, macarons, ballet, and so much more …), the carousel originated in Paris. Rewind to the jousting tournaments of medieval times, knight games that were in part inspired by the myth of Sir Lancelot — that passionate lover, brave fighter and all-round dreamboat. Lancelot […]