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
In France, la rentrée is not just about families and their children. Each September, almost the entire population faces their regular routines after a long holiday season. …read more
French potty perils abound. So, we’ve put together this simple guide to help you navigate the waters of les toilettes Parisiennes. As they say, courage. …read more
With an expired visa and packed boxes, I sat in my beautiful Parisian apartment. I told myself that I would surely find a way to return to Paris. I never once imagined that eight years later, I’d still be fighting passionately to maintain une vie parisienne in New York City. …read more
Are Parisians as rude as their well-worn reputation? Here’s what I’ve learned: rudeness is in the eye of the beholder. …read more
Living in the States, a nanny felt like an unattainable luxury. But here in Paris, “nounous” seem almost de rigeur. …read more
As an American expat, the question I get most is: What do you miss about home? In a pinch I can find a reasonable substitute for many of the readily available items from the U.S. that I miss. If not, friends keep me in supply. But, there’s one thing I can’t ask even my nearest… …read more
Artists and artisans are part of the fabric of French culture. They make the architecture, décor, clothing, food, and culture so alluring. Galeries Lafayette is an homage to French creation. So with that in mind, we thought we would share the highlights of what we discovered (and rediscovered) on our recent visit to Galeries Lafayette… …read more
Flâner has always been one of my favorite French verbs. The dictionary definition reads “se promener sans but précis” (to walk without a precise goal). Since aimless wandering is basically my raison d’etre in Paris, I appreciate that the French have a word dedicated to the act. Spend some time in Paris and you will quickly understand how many different… …read more
Picnic season is in full swing in Paris. Here are a few spots where picnickers of all kinds can find their bliss. …read more
Knowing how notoriously small Paris hotels can get, we’ve done our research of the best family-friendly hotels in Paris— with family rooms, apartments, pools and other qualities to please kids and parents alike. …read more
