Category Archives: francophilia

tour de fashion

 

 

Tour-de-fashion

In honor of New York Fashion Week starting today…the “Tour De Fashion” was something I could not resist sharing. With my love of the actual Tour, cycling, and my unassuming love of fashion, this is just too cool. Top designers got together to create 30 custom bicycles that are meant for riding! So you could be cruising through the garment district one of these designs…for free. New York City friends…please go do this & blog about it…I shall live vicariously through you!

found via carrie leber…illustration by Jessica Hosoi

 

packing for paris

Packing-for-paris

 

I’ve always been a nutcase planner…and it should come as no surprise to those who know me that I’m already starting to plot (for my February trip) what I’ll be taking to France. Part of this need to plan is due to the fact that I will be traveling to Europe for the first time by myself, and taking only a carry-on. I generally do not travel that lightly, so this is a challenge…a fun one, that I am grateful to have! So here is my list thus far, and these are also my recommendations for anyone traveling abroad in the winter months. Here’s to packing light, I hope I can do it! Extra space will go to Ladurée macarons, bien sur. Yeah, maybe I should plan to check luggage after all. 

 

1…        black cashmere sweater-classic, warm, cozy, can be layered if needed

2…        searching for the perfect fit & flare winter coat (will be most seen item in photos)

3…        grey sweater, for layering with jeans or leggings-a great neutral that is not black

4…        the must-have scarf…seriously, don’t go anywhere in france without one

5…        my new kelly moore camera bag, which I chose specifically for travel

6…        leather (lined) gloves…it will be february, and very cold

7…        two pairs of dark jeans, can be dressed up or down & worn with boots

8…        tall *flat* leather boots-stylish and  great for walking (especially on cobble)

9…        fuzzy earmuffs…an essential for me in the winter…it will allow for more outdoor time

10…       the LBD…I don’t go anywhere without one

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see the updated packing for paris post 

montreal…

 

 

Montreal-pure-green

 

I was reminded of my desire to explore Montreal after reading the latest issue of Pure Green Magazine. Have you seen it? I just love it…nice job ladies (and Jonathan)! Rich in history, Montreal is filled with unique and beautiful sites and experiences. It also happens to be the second largest primarily French-speaking city in the world, after Paris! So, it's a francophile haven, and currently more budget friendly than the city of lights. High on my list is the International Jazz Fair held there annually…that would be the time of year I would most likely go, even with the hoards of people. It is just too good to miss! Although, being the snow bunny that I am, the Fête des Neiges (or snow festival) is extremely enticing as well. A winter wonderland with snow slides and ice castles?! Sign me up.


ladurée in nyc!

 

 

Laduree-nyc

 

I am bursting with excitement over the opening of the New York Ladurée!! Admittedly I have mixed feelings, as it is an *event* for me whenever I'm in Paris, but this does mean I don't have to carry an extra suitcase for their transport back. I'm only half joking. I had planned on being there to report back every delectable detail to you, but this eye candy with have to suffice. As many of you know, I have a bit of an obsession with "les macarons". Not just any macarons…Ladurée specifically. In case you missed my many rantings on the subject…here they are again for your viewing pleasure.


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