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Buzz for entrance at the unassuming front door of this newly opened, clandestine cocktail lounge, and you’re in for a special night. When Greg Hazac, previously of such big-name bars as Costes, Le Secret and Royal Monceau, decided to venture out on his own, he chose a location with a bit of a naughty past. Rather than remodel this former girlie club (complete with dancing poles), he played up the boudoir-chic aspect and threw in elegant touches, like the sparkling silver bar accessories and beautiful glassware. The result: a sophisticated space with a saucy streak where clientele escape the mundane outside world and sink into plush red armchairs to sip bespoke cocktails. With no printed cocktail menu, options vary depending on what fresh ingredients and homemade syrups Greg has behind the bar. Drinks at 14 euros each are well worth the price tag in this gorgeous setting. Smokers will appreciate the comfy fumoir in the back. And with the lounge’s late-night license, the city’s sophisto-set can indulge in sexy swank until the wee hours.