Author: Ali Postma

Ali is from Melbourne, Australia, where she studied Art History and Art Curatorship at Monash and The University of Melbourn. She has worked in various art galleries. Passionate about all things arts and culture, she has a particular interest French film, Nordic noir, photography, street art and architecture. Ali has lived in Paris since 2016 and has written extensively on art, food, beauty and more. Her work has in publications including BW Confidential, Oh My Mag, and HIP Paris.

The year is flying by. It’s la rentrée already, and there is certainly no shortage of events this September in Paris. Soften the blow of the end of les vacances and return to work by getting out and about in the city this month. …read more

We have organized a once-in-a-lifetime sweepstakes with a vast array of French and Parisian prizes to either bring YOU to Paris or, Paris to YOU! …read more

Every year in Paris, ephemeral terrasses, bars, and cinemas pop up over the summer months. Here are some of the best places to hang out this summer in Paris. …read more

Whether you’re spending this summer in Paris by one it’s public pools or holidaying down south by the beach (lucky!), here are some French swimwear brands that will have you swimming and sunning in style. …read more

Summer is upon us, which means goodbye sneakers and boots, hello sandals. Here are some of the best French brands making the perfect shoes for summer. …read more

There are a number of new museums in Paris, or museums that have been undergoing renovations, which have opened their doors since restrictions were lifted, or are due to soon. …read more

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France has some catching up to do when it comes to craft cider. But over the years, I’ve discovered some great French cider brands that are leading the way. …read more

Art has the ability to transport you to another place and time. Here are my top three suggestions of where to buy art to adorn your walls and dream of la vie française. …read more

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and where better to get your loved one (or yourself) a special gift than France, home of the City of Love. If you’re feeling a bit stuck for a gift this year, here are some ideas from local creatives and French brands that you can shop online. …read more

Moving to a foreign country, learning a new language, and finding work is daunting enough, let alone starting your own business! But that’s exactly what Ian and Alison from French bed linen company La Chambre Paris have done. We recently spoke to American-born Alison about life in the City of Light. …read more

Winter is upon us, and while I’ve noticed Paris winters getting milder and milder, it’s still cold enough for this Australian. Here are some fashion staples by French brands. …read more

France has recently entered another national lockdown in the hopes of curbing the spread of the coronavirus. With the cold weather setting in, I could think of worse things! So now that we can’t have late nights out, it seems the only thing left to do is to snuggle up in bed and watch a… …read more

Autumn is here and that means its time to pack away all of my summer dresses and sandals, and pull out all my winter woolies, coats, and boots. …read more