French parenting inspired me to seek out a new mothering style of my own; one that’s more relaxed (on myself) and family-focused as opposed to manically kid-centric. Here are four lessons I’ve learned thanks to my exposure to parenting à la française. …read more
Whether you’re a hopeless romantic or a cynic, here are six things you can do to make Valentine’s Day suck less. …read more
French people are born with an innate sense of how to thrive in their natural habitat. Eating well, French fashion, and comporting themselves with general discretion are key elements in this survival strategy. Here are 7 cultural rules to live by. …read more
Anyone who has spent a serious amount of time in Paris knows the word well: ‘non’. Here are a few of the ‘nons’ you may hear on your Parisian adventure. …read more
The first time it happened, it caught me off guard. I paused for a microsecond, then shook it off as an isolated incident and continued on with my day. A few weeks later, though, it happened again… and then again… until one day, it just became the norm. I am talking, of course, about that… …read more
There are plenty of ways you can ring in the new year with Gallic style. Here are some tips on how to celebrate New Year’s Eve like the French. …read more
No other beverage is more associated with New Year’s Eve than champagne. Selecting the right bottle for the most sparkling night of the year can be a daunting task. These expert tips will help guide you choose the best champagne for New Year’s Eve. …read more
In a city known for its gratuitous beauty, Paris shines especially bright during the holidays. You can see staggering displays of elegance and creativity throughout the French capital. Here’s a look behind the scenes of the holiday display at Galeries Lafayette Paris Haussmann plus an in-store gift exclusively for HIP Paris readers. …read more
While the French and expats in Paris are always ready to join in any food-related fun, finding the ingredients for Thanksgiving, on the other hand, is a bit more tricky. A chef in Paris shares her professional tips for making your Thanksgiving planning a little easier and less of a headache. …read more
Colder months have fallen on Paris and with it, comes the ideal season to explore the eerie side of the City of Light. …read more
As dreamy as French men can be, the ones I dated so far were, contrary to popular belief, just that – a dream. Instead of turning into a great love affair, or my future French husband, they became long-voice memos for my girlfriends to listen to and gasp at back home. …read more
Strikes are part and parcel of French life. Here are our best ways of getting around Paris during the strikes. …read more
We recently spoke to Clare VIvier about 15 years of her eponymous brand, her new book Paris Chic/LA Cool: La Vie de Clare V., Paris pop-up and collaboration with Monoprix. …read more
