I think we all know that fashion designers also have great interior design style and Pierre Hardy is no different. His duplex apartment in the Marais area of Paris just featured in the WSJ is mostly black and white but is definitely not boring. “Black is not a choice because I find it more beautiful than […]
Le Coucou is a French restaurant in New York designed by Roman and Williams that is très popular. Now the chic design duo have renovated an actual French restaurant in Paris called La Rotonde de la Muette. Located in the 16th arrondissement, La Rotonde has been around for years but has new elegant interiors and terrasse perfect for people watching. […]
I’m having an amazing time in Mexico but I still can’t help thinking about planning another trip to Paris this spring. I was especially inspired after seeing the Paris home of the late Italian Vogue editor Franca Sozzani. Architectural Digest photographed the home shortly before her passing and her son, Francesco Carrozzini, encouraged them to publish […]
Not everyone can afford to hire the famed French interior designer and architect Jean-Louis Deniot to decorate their home but now you can experience his chic design style at the Hotel Nolinski in Paris. The soothing shades of greens and greys mixed with gold create a perfect respite after a day of exploring the City of […]
I’ve had Paris and the French fashion brand Sézane on the brain lately. The haute couture shows are going on in Paris right now which is making me want to book a trip. I haven’t been back since last March and I’m over due for a visit. One of the places I forgot to go […]
Everyone keeps asking me when I’m going back to Paris. Unless something comes up sooner, it probably won’t be until the Spring. In the meantime, I’m putting together my list of new places to visit and Divellec is topping the list. Le Divellec was a venerable seafood restaurant located in the Invalides area of Paris […]
I’m still in Birmingham but I can’t wait to get home so I can read David Netto’s new book on the famed French interior designer Francois Catroux that is being released today. In my post The Chic Catroux in 2011, I lamented the fact that we don’t see more of Catroux’s design work and now […]
Menswear inspired looks of tweed, houndstooth, and plaid were everywhere on the street during Paris fashion week. A great place to find this look in many different styles is Nordstrom. It’s one stop shopping that can’t be easier with free shipping and returns for all your fall shopping needs. Graphic Tweed Coat Rhodes Houndstooth Wool Blazer […]
I first posted the street style of Giorgia Tordini three years ago and it’s been interesting to see how her look has evolved over the past few years. I relate to her style because she doesn’t wear much pattern but always knows how to add one interesting piece that elevates her entire outfit. During Milan […]
It seemed like everyone I follow on Instagram ate at the very chic new restaurant Loulou during Paris Fashion Week. The team behind Monsieur Bleu in the Palais de Tokyo is behind this new venture located in the Musée des Arts Décoratifs that also has a terrasse along the picturesque Jardins des Tuileries. Chic French designer Joseph Dirand wanted the […]
The fashion flock is in the home stretch of fashion month in Paris right now. While they are enjoying bright blue skies in the City of Light, it feels like we’ve been experiencing grey skies and rain for the last week. Perfect time to pull out your favorite trench coat. If you need a new […]
Tomorrow is the first day of autumn although it feels like summer is not giving up without a fight in New York. Everyone I know is looking forward to crisp weather, changing leaves, apple picking, and cozy sweaters. Here’s a little autumn inspiration to get you in the mood for fall. Wool Ribbed Turtleneck Sweater […]
By all these lovely tokens September days are here, With summer’s best of weather And autumn’s best of cheer. – Helen Hunt Jackson, September, 1830-1885 Russo Stretch-Cady Blazer The Row Shoulder Bag Belted Wool-Felt Coat Burberry London Sandals
Everyone keeps asking me if I’m going back to Paris this fall. I probably will but I don’t have anything booked at the moment. When I do return to the City of Light, I wouldn’t mind staying at this property on the rue de Varenne. You might actually remember that it was where the Johanna […]
It was about 900 degrees in New York today. Alright, it was actual 91 degrees but it felt hotter due to the humidity. This is always the time of year when I want to burn my summer clothes and start wearing transitional fall pieces in cooler weather. Since that’s about 6-8 weeks away, I’ll settle […]
When I first saw photos of this apartment, I thought it was in Paris. Turns out it is actually located in Warsaw and was gut renovated and designed by Marta Chrapka of Colombe Design for a French lawyer who was relocating to Poland. While the backdrop is neutral like a French apartment, there is a lot […]
I had France on the brain after yesterday’s chateau post and so did One Kings Lane. They posted an entire feature on the Secrets of French Decorating and I’m picking out my favorite pieces for to add a Parisian chic touch to your home. Aiden Peekaboo Gray Velvet Sofa Oval Brass Coffee Table Faux Rose Arrangment in […]