Paris Lover’s Gift Guide
Paris is one of those places that instantly reminds you why it is the fashion capital of the world, in large part due to the incredible craftsmanship and dedication to quality…
Aurelia Leblanc, Dream Weaver in Elle Canada by Leah Van Loon
If you didn’t already know about my obsession with the incredible craftsmanship of the independent Haute Couture ateliers in Paris, suffice it to say that each visit to Paris finds me even more enamoured with their processes
Stephen Jones, chapeaux d'artiste
My most recent trip to Paris was during the opening of the newest exhibition at the Palais Galliera, Musée de la Mode, Stephen Jones, Chapeaux d’Artiste, and I was invited to the press preview to see it before it opened to the general public.
Brâncusi at the Centre Pompidou
If you are a fan of modern and contemporary art, the Centre Pompidou should be on your list!
The Best Shops to Buy Fashion Books in Paris
Fashion lovers around the world dream of shopping in Paris, but instead of just perusing the many clothing and accessory shops, consider checking out these amazing repositories of unique and sometimes even rare fashion-focused books and magazines available in the world’s fashion capital.
Dior biopic Drops Valentines day!
Valentine's Day is here, but I’ll be curled up tonight with the new biopic on Christian Dior coming to Apple TV+. This limited series…
Galette des Rois - a French Tradition
If you happen to be in Paris this first week of January, don’t miss out on one of my favourite French traditions: eating a delicious galette des Rois or, as you may know it, a King cake in English.
Top Tips for Planning Your Trip to Paris Part 1
Early on, I learned that Paris is best explored with a plan that’s loose enough for you to get lost from.
My Best Paris Addresses in the Kit Magazine!
My top five recommendations for extravagant experiences in Paris are now online in the Kit Luxury Issue, from swimming at the Ritz Club spa to sipping champagne on a gorgeous rooftop.
Paris Flea Market Part 2
The Marché Dauphine is the second stop on my flea market tour with something for everyone, including lunch!
LVMH Journées Particulières
I was fortunate enough in 2016 to snag an appointment to visit the Dior flagship for a unique open house for the brand. The Journées Particulières, as it is known, is an initiative by the mega-corp Louis Vuitton Moet Hennessey to encourage visitors to their many holdings, including their subsidiary, Dior. To get in on the event was no small feat.
Latest exhibition: Shapes and Forms at Musée Yves Saint Laurent in Paris
The most recent show at the Musée Yves Saint Laurent celebrates the designer’s geometric and graphic creations in an exhibition called “Shapes and Forms.”
Paris flea market - Marché Vernaison
The Marché Vernaisson is the oldest part of the Saint Ouen flea market. Here’s a guide to some of my favourite shops.
9 Tips for Getting Good Restaurant Service in Paris
The biggest problem most North Americans have in Paris is understanding how different restaurant culture is in France. For example,
Packing for Paris
Tips on how to travel light with everything you need for your next trip to Paris.