Illustration: Elliot Elam
Shit! The heel of your black pump just broke. Thank god it’s not your Louboutins, but still. It’s not like Zara costs nothing. Shit! You say to yourself again. You like the way the word feels, more racy, more tendance than merde. You picked it up in Ibiza last summer – someone brought some Americans and every time you said it, everyone thought you were adorable. And you are adorable. A little naughty, a little spoiled, but that pout is what got you into Buddha Bar back when it was someplace, and what gets you the best service at the bar at Georges V now. It’s also what got you your fiancé, the son of some count or other played-out royalty. No matter, he looks great on your arm at those charity parties on rue Montagne. So boring, but it’s for charity so you have another glass of champagne and practice your pout. But now you’re on your way to brunch and you’re going to be late thanks to the pump. No matter, it always looks better to sweep in a little late and let people wonder what delayed you. Your pout and tousled hair says it was a quick tryst; nobody needs to know about your pump. But still, you’d better send a texto to Charlene and at least her know – they’re her pumps, en fait. Luckily you’re not far from home which is, of course, in the 8ème. You keep telling yourself that you’re too young for the 16ème but you don’t lose sight of it. As soon as things get more serious with someone, you’ll get a place there. It’s the only place in Paris that you’d want to have your kids grow up in. “Only the best” you repeat to yourself. And honestly, who even goes past the Madeleine? What do people do there? You check Voici on your iPhone and find out that David Guetta is playing on friday. Can you make it? Oh, please.
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Edouard VII Hotel
Text: Pikke Allen Image: Edouard VII Hotel The Palais Garnier is the centrepiece of a often overlooked neighborhood in Paris, poised above the expensive jewellery stores and designer boutiques. The Edouard 7th hotel, named after the English monarch who stayed … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
Discreet Charm on the Place Vendome
Pikke Allen Napoleon, dressed in his fine Roman generals’ costume stares down at you from above on his perch in the centre of Place Vendome. Some distinguished addresses adorn this grand courtyard, but in a quiet corner one remains the … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
Distinction Needs No Name
Text and Image: Aran Cravey Do we really need another secret, no-name, burly bouncer guarded bar? I understand the whole cachet behind its exclusive address. And I must admit, I have enjoyed a few tasty Old-Fashions and Sidecars in my … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
Ways to Say Black by Swarovski
Text: Mabli Jones The little black dress or the LBD: fashion’s favourite cliché. It’s the go-with-everything, easy route to chic…where would we be without it? Ever since Coco Chanel first freed women from the stuffy, constricting clothes of her era, … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
Pershing Hall Hotel
Text by Eva Krysiak Pershing Hall Hotel provides a striking blend of sensory titillation. Dramatic green, red and pink lighting cloaks the walls and the smell of fresh mint and limes wafts from the cocktails. A vertical, botanical wall provides … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
Breizh Café
Walking down rue Vieille du Temple on a crisp Sunday afternoon, I spotted Breizh Café. The atmosphere looked so warm and inviting from the outside, I let myself in to indulge in a hot crepe. As I stood at the … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
Pedicure Luxe/Budget – Bastien Gonzalez and J-Phil
If you are rolling out the red carpet you could choose the world’s best pedicure courtesy of Bastien Gonzales. He’s a long way from Limousin but Bastien has retained his down to earth ways and sense of humour. His trademark … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
American Breakfast in Paris
A 50s diner, no big deal – but a 50s diner in the midst of Paris offers a surreal, Lynch-like experience. Brunch (pancakes, bacon, eggs, a “Bottomless Mug O’Joe”…) is served at all hours of the day. The plus; they … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
A Tribute to Yves Saint Laurent
Le Dali – Le Meurice Hotel
We giggled at the blurb for the new restaurant at Le Meurice…."Between pleasure and greed, the new culinary concept of the restaurant Le Dali – signed Yannick Alléno – undresses French cuisine, designed around a menu that is without and … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
L'Epi Dupin
It’s no big secret having been written up elsewhere but L’Epi deserves a mention. As long as you don’t feel "cheated" if you dine where there are more gastro- tourists than you can shake a stick at you’ll be rewarded … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
Serge Amoruso
Serge Amoruso creates handbags to the exact specifications of each individual and is known for his use of exotic and original skins. Amoruso spent years working at the Hermès leather atelier and and some say his made to order leather … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
Le Georges V Four Seasons Hotel
Le Georges V is a fabulous art déco landmark hotel dating from 1928, just off the Champs Elysées. This meeting place for business or perhaps pleasure is the favoured spot of well-heeled Parisiennes. This year the christmas décor is inspired … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
Karl Bistro
This trendy restaurant gives a nice twist to the usual French bistro. Great deco, intimate lighting, and clean presentation–not to mention good background music for once. The menu is also reasonably priced, counting 12 euros on average for a main … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
Blondes have no damn fun in Paris.
From our archives, a post from back in 2005. It’s something I’ve struggled with for almost three years. A problem of magnitude. I’ve explored every possible way round it. I promise you I’m not really that demanding………..but from what friend’s … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
Rousset-Gaulejac Joaillier
Simon-Pierre Rosset-Gaulejac carrries on the family tradition of fine jewelery. His claim to fame; engraving client’s fingerprints or handwriting on gold necklaces, bracelets, pendants and charms. Rousset-Gaulejac Joaillier 23, rue Jacob 75006 Paris … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
Bar Du Plaza Athénée
It’s really sexy inside – a long illuminated bar flanked by Louis XV-style metallic stools and small Murano glass lights above. On the walls are a series of large paintings with frames so deep you can actually sit inside and … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
Sir Winston
Pamela Price writing for I V Y Paris Large comfy leather couches, dimmed lights, bubbling champagne, and DJ’s who know what they’re doing. Sir Winston has the perfect ambiance for a night of lounging and listening to music genres of … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
Goyard
Goyard, THE place for travel bags, older than LV, rarer and more desirable. You can’t get much higher than this when it comes to class; try a suitcase that unfolds into a food and water bowl for your puppy. And … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
Dining at Le Meurice Hotel
For over-the-top opulence you won’t go wrong at the the Hôtel Meurice, opposite the Tuileries gardens. Make time for lunch and indulge your Louis Quinze fantasies. Michelin starred chef, Yannick Alléno has made it one of the most sought after … [CLICK TO READ MORE]