If you know France, then you surely know something about Louis XIV and Versailles. But what was afoot with the nobles in the Marais? Rebellions? Scandals? Rubbish pickup? Street lighting? One woman’s presence in both of these worlds—and the vivid letters she wrote describing them—forms the heart of a new …
The Musée Jacquemart-André has a great app for its current exhibition, a visit to the museum-house, musical visit and children’s visit. The current exhibition, Georges de la Tour, has been extended until February 22, 2026. Read more and see photos
Two things to know about French fashion: Haute couture is not a French invention and word of mouth launched the reputation of an artist. The Petit Palais presents Worth – Inventer la haute couture (House of Worth – Inventing Haute Couture) until September 7, 2025. This is a four generational …
Constrained by social norms or cultural tradition, women working outside the home in the mid to late 1800s walked a fine line when wanting to earn a living. Three Paris exhibitions follow the working life of women for almost a century from 1839 to 1945. All three are exploring subjects …
Pierre Cardin goes to his studio everyday, continues working with his stylists and leaves a notebook next to his bed to make notes and drawings…. In 2014 the fashion designer told his closest assistant and former apprentice, Renée Taponier, that just in case no one pays homage to his legacy …
What is going on in Paris? What time does it start? How long does the exhibit last? Where can I listen to a concert? Where can I find a flea market? Is there a flea market or antique show near my hotel? These types of questions can be easily answered …