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The Bouquinistes of Paris
Bouquinistes Latin Quarter, River Seine Need an idea for a perfect lazy day in Paris? I’d suggest taking a little stroll along the river...
Patricia Dyer
Nov 22, 20211 min read
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The Cupola
Galeries Lafayette Haussmann Part 3 The Cupola (Dome) 10 Fun Facts: Inaugurated in 1912. Designed in Art Nouveau style by architect...
Patricia Dyer
Sep 18, 20211 min read
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Fragonard - Beautiful and Affordable
Fragonard Parfumerie, Paris Whenever I visit Paris, I make it a point to visit Fragonard Perfumerie. The brand has several freestanding...
Patricia Dyer
Sep 2, 20212 min read
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Galeries Lafayette
Paris A shoe lover’s paradise! Part 1 For me, any trip to Paris almost always involves a visit to Galeries Lafayette Haussmann. This...
Patricia Dyer
Jul 12, 20211 min read
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Galeries Lafayette
Paris Part 2 Keys to shoe shopping at Galeries Lafayette: Make sure to have your sales associate direct you to the VAT Refund...
Patricia Dyer
Jul 12, 20211 min read
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The Place London
Paris British and top international fashion designers are showcased while at the same time talent from emerging independent brands is...
Patricia Dyer
Jul 6, 20211 min read
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The Place London
Paris Believe it or not, you are looking at two scarfs - not paintings, as I originally thought. The designs are by Alice Archer. She...
Patricia Dyer
Jul 6, 20211 min read
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The Place London - Men’s Boutique
Paris The interior of the men’s store is masculine, but very sophisticated masculine. In addition to leather jackets, suits and outerwear...
Patricia Dyer
Jul 6, 20211 min read
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Uno de 50
Although a Spanish brand, I first stumbled upon Uno de 50 while visiting Le Marais in Paris. The brand's designs are extremely unique...
Patricia Dyer
Aug 14, 20201 min read
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