Two years after her collaborative album, “La pluie sans parapluie”, the iconic French singer and songwriter, Françoise Hardy, releases her latest album, entitled “L’Amour Fou”. The sexiest of all French singers, Françoise Hardy was always the most mysterious of females, rejecting the fame and fortune in search of a little peace of mind. After years [...]
In celebration of the ‘Festival Les Inrocks’, the upbeat, sweet and slightly psychedelic sound of Here We Go Magic will soothe the stage of Divan du Monde ‘Tonight in Paris’. Featuring American born singer and songwriter, Luke Temple, together with his hippy band of musicians, Here We Go Magic offers a playful alternative to Indie [...]
In the shade of the Rue Jacob, in the heart of Saint-Germain-des-Près, lies an elegant little gem of a boutique known as Michel Klein. Step inside the seemingly small shop, in subtle tones of cream and black, to discover the superbly sophisticated world of The Masculine Muse, Michel Klein. Designed to be more of a [...]
Albert Elbaz shares his beauty secrets with Ladurée. Launched during the latest Paris Fashion Week, this artistic little box, creatively covered with sketches of the female face, hides a gourmet treasure of 8 colorful little biscuits, called ‘macarons’, in an infinitely playful Bubblegum flavor. Designed with love and ‘gourmandise’ by fashion designer, Alber Elbaz, and [...]
Created in 1974, as a means to illustrate the richness of the modern and contemporary art scene in France, the ‘Foire Internationale d’Art Contemporain’ has mushroomed over the years into an international artistic extravaganza. Showcasing 180 galleries from 24 countries, the 39th edition of the Fiac! 2012 promises to be another memorable event. Maintaining momentum [...]
Perfectly situated in the heart of literary Saint-Germain-des-Près, the Hotel Bel-Ami instantly puts the visitor at ease, making them feel as if they were staying with a beautiful friend in Paris. From the warm welcome received in the lobby, to the cool, comfortable setting of the B.A. Café, brought to life with color, light and [...]
Fancy a bit of something new and original? Then book a table at the Le Germain Restaurant, the most playful restaurant in Paris where conversation takes on a totally new meaning in a feverishly sculptural place to eat. Imagined by Irano-Egyptian architect and designer, India Mahdavi, the bold design of Le Germain have brought a [...]
Contemporary creation calls attention to itself once again with the latest exhibition at the Tokyo Palace concentrating on the art form as a ‘work in progress’ and asking artists to ‘Imagine the Imaginary’. From the earliest impetus, to the endless hours of confusion and loss, to the near abandonment of the original concept, and finally [...]
For the 27th edition of Les Puces du Design, amateurs and professionals alike will descend upon the bucolic Bercy Village this weekend in search of the missing like in their design chain. Featuring the masters of 20th century design, with names like Eames, Panton and Prouvé, and showcasing new comers such as Airborne and other [...]
Nina Ricci goes live as the luxury French brand unveils its latest ‘It bag’, appropriately titled “La Rue”, on the streets of Paris. With the help of British artist, Jo Ratcliffe, the latest advertising campaign literally jumps off the page as the iconic item becomes a star in a set of animated gif’s that truly [...]
