Couture, Culture, and Craftsmanship
The world’s fashion capital with a fashion expert.
A lifetime of inspiration awaits you in the private workshops of Parisian artisans, world-class fashion exhibitions, and the iconic Paris you’ve dreamed about.
Join me, Leah Van Loon, on a captivating journey through the enchanting streets of Paris, where we’ll explore inspiring fashion studios, remarkable exhibitions, and magical locations. I'll guide you through the extraordinary world of haute couture, where we will celebrate the unparalleled creativity of these gifted artisans and talented designers. Whether you're setting foot in Paris for the first time or consider yourself a seasoned traveller, I have meticulously crafted an exhilarating week of discovery that will captivate you. No prior knowledge of fashion is required – all you need is a passion for creativity waiting to be ignited. On y va!
Let’s go to Paris!
Spring 2025 Tour
May 9-16
€6500 Private room
€5500 Shared
7 days - 7 nights
The best of French craftsmanship
It is a rare opportunity to watch a craftsperson at their work: weaving a sumptuous fabric, custom dying silk petals, or hand knotting an ostrich feather.
Meet me in Paris to discover a new world of creativity with old world charm.
Fall 2025 Tour
Choose Your Own Adventure
October 9-17, 2025
Spots are limited!
From €2950
Fashion history and couture ateliers with an expert!
Fashion exhibitions abound in the world’s fashion capital, and we will see it all! From the atelier of Yves Saint Laurent to guided tours of fashion museums, exclusive workshop visits, French cuisine, shopping, flea markets, and so much more.
Make the most of your time with a guide, and make the most of your money with a group!
Day Trips
Make the most of your time in Paris!
Book a day trip
Paris May 2 - 30, 2025
Book a half-day visit to an atelier, a full day of shopping with a stylist, or a multi-day guided tour catered to your taste and budget.
As a personal shopper with 25 years of experience in the fashion industry, I’ve got shopping in Paris on lock. Incredible flea markets, vintage for every budget, wandering through the historic covered passages, and specialty shops for every interest.
Let me show you the best of Paris!
Top reasons to visit Paris with Leah
Connections
My deep industry contacts give me special access to unforgettable activities. I have spent years creating relationships with shop owners, museum curators, specialty guides, and, most of all, my precious artisan partners. Because of my relationships, you get to do things no one else does, like drink champagne in the private club housed in the most stunning mansion from the 19th century or get a guided tour from a curator of a world-class fashion exhibition.
Simplicity
All you need to do is get yourself there, and I’ll take care of the rest. There’s still plenty of time to fit in your bucket list items, and I am just the person to help you work out the best time to go and how to get there. The hotel I have chosen is in the perfect location, close to everything you might want, including restaurants, museums, shopping, and gardens, as well as many Metro lines and taxi stands if you want to go further abroad. I am always good for an opinion!
Experience
It’s important to me that you feel confident navigating Paris, so I not only guide you each day but also give you the tools to find your way when I’m not there. It’s easy when you know how! You’ll have the added confidence knowing I’m there to answer your questions and offer assistance (including how to deal with Parisians!) Paris can be overwhelming, and my job is to ensure it’s in the best possible way. I want you to fall as deeply, madly in love with Paris as I did.
Join me on a fashion adventure
I’ve worked in fashion for over 25 years, covering every facet of the industry and appearing as an expert on TV, radio, and magazines. I’ve lectured about fashion and style for various companies, associations, and museums.
My work as a stylist brought me to Paris in 2008, and I have been obsessed with this beautiful city ever since. Paris changed my life, and I’ve been lucky to share that same spirit of discovery with my clients. Seeing the most incredible fashion up close and presented with compelling stories fanned the flames of my obsession even more. I now write about haute couture for Elle Canada and the odd luxury magazine, focusing on the small ateliers and workshops that are the unsung heroes of Parisian fashion.
I am still utterly obsessed with Paris and constantly dive down rabbit holes to discover new and untapped opportunities for my guests. As a fashion expert, I am excited about the intersections between fashion and other disciplines like art, architecture, design, photography, etc.. Being interested in a variety of topics means I have probably come across your particular obsession and find you relevant opportunities for you to explore.
If group travel isn’t for you or you have limited time, consider one of my day trips or let me build you a custom itinerary you can do independently. You’ll still get all the tips and tricks plus someone to ask all your questions to. Use the form below to email me any questions, schedule a phone call or a Zoom, or send your compliments! See you in Paris!