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As many of you are likely starting to plan summer travels I wanted to share a travel diary from last July‘s magical trip to Provence.  After spending four days in Paris (blog post here) we…

  Paris is wonderful anytime of year, but I think September might be my favorite time to visit. Parisians have returned from their August holidays and the temps are starting to cool off making days…

  We really lucked out with the weather in Paris on our trip. Summer visits can either be pouring with rain or suffer from sweltering heat (in a city where AC is rare!) but we…

  At the end of our trip we came back through Paris and enjoyed the first feelings of fall in the air. A stroll through the Tuileries is beautiful anytime of year, but we loved…

We had a marvelous time in Provence shopping for pottery, exploring some of our favorite towns, and lounging by the pool.  We lucked out with warm-but-not-hot weather and a wardrobe of sundresses and easy sandals…

  As we relish the last few weeks of summer David and I are spending as much time outside and by the water as possible, and there are a few swimsuits I reach for again…

  I had forgotten how wonderful Parisian brand Sezane’s collection really is until I wandered into one of their stores in France. Beautifully constructed (especially for the price point) and responsibly made,  Sezane is a…

Le Chardenoux is a tiny historic cafe in the 11th arrondissement, marked by a marble marquetry bar and opulent ceiling frescos that echo a forrest canopy.  One of celebrity chef Cyril Lignac’s delicious outposts, this…

I love a good belt and this underrated accessory can pull together a look like nothing else. Add a belt to high waisted trousers or to cinch a dress and you can instantly give yourself shape,…