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Posts Tagged ‘women’
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Bienvenue, spring! The sun is finally shining on our faces. While we can’t wait to get out our summer wardrobe, it is still a bit chilly to put on a T-shirt or a tank top. For this transitional period, the scarf becomes the inevitable Paris fashion accessory. The rule is simple: choose a top and a colorful scarf, or a colorful top and a matching simple scarf.
While animal prints are everywhere, we discovered the artistic and colorful scarves designed by...
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Dior, Saint Laurent, Chanel. Fashion that sounds oh so Paris. But with blazers priced at more than 1,000 euros, there are very few women, even in Paris, who can afford to stock their closets with these iconic brands. The truth is that very few Parisiennes own these international designers, and it’s not just about the budget. One of the keys to Parisienne chic is developing one’s own style, which means finding those little-known designers that not everyone else is...
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There is a myth that Paris fashion demands that Parisians wear only black. Today the team at L'Exception brings you beautiful, bright-colored dresses for day or evening. Architecturally designed monochrome dresses can be worn so chicly, and they let you stand out from the crowd even if you are not accustomed to wearing color.
This spring and summer, we love these two signature pieces from Lutz Huelle, a talented French designer who emphasizes the original cut and the luxurious material that he...
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The French do underwear so well that the English adopted their word for it: lingerie. And with Fifty Shades of Grey a runaway best seller soon to hit the silver screen, it’s safe to say that sexy is “in.” Sounds like the perfect time for some serious Paris shopping—the kind that involves looking for souvenirs you won’t want to share with just...
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Since moving to Paris, I’ve gotten older, and my sweet, cuddly five-year-old is now a mature teen. It's funny how that happens. With the passage of time, my skin has changed, and my daughter has gone from playing dress-up to wearing makeup. This fall I realized we both could use a professional makeover to learn some Paris beauty tips that would help us deal with our perfectly aged selves. It was settled, and we both agreed that a makeover in Paris was in...
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When you read about Carlos Sobral's philosophy, you’ll want to buy his jewelry—which holds its own alongside the most chic French fashion—right away, even...
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The museums, the cheese, the history—there are countless reasons millions of visitors flock to the City of Light each year, and for many of us it is to see Paris fashion. The very best of international fashion lines the avenue Montaigne, the Faubourg Saint-Honoré and now, even the quartier Saint-Germain. Independent designers fill the Marais and a neighborhood known as le Sentier. La mode is everywhere you look. To modify a quote from the Musée d'Orsay’s recent “Impressionism and Fashion” exhibition, Paris IS...
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As winter descends on Paris and the temperature falls with the rain (and even snow), it’s hard to motivate oneself to get out of the house or hotel. And once you’ve been outside, wandering the chilly streets beneath an umbrella, there’s nothing that sounds better than a nice cocktail, a fireplace and a plush couch. For these wintry days, there are cozy Paris bars for every kind of Paris girl....
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For decades, Parisian woman have been branded with the iconic image of being poised, well styled and groomed. Whether this cliché rings true or has been fiercely exaggerated, the fact remains that Paris beauty and fashion have earned their authority. Following closely in the footsteps of these celebrated industries is hair care, and finding a...
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Photographer Gérard Uféras knows about fashion. But what he excels at is bringing the curious eye backstage. A former student of legendary French lensman Willy Ronis, Uféras also likes to spend time with a subject. Favorites include the worlds of opera and ballet, but he has now branched out—into fashion. Uféras's new book Dior: 30, avenue Montaigne is a huge, magnificent tome. It's also the perfect Paris valentine to couture. In focusing on that metier's secrets and skills, he has forged a very special portrait....
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