Le Paris d'Emilie

Red, the color of passion and romanticism by excellence, is the perfect hue to match Frederic Villot’s Sardanapale, tribute to the masterpiece by Delacroix in the Louvre, for whom « the first virtue of a painting is to be a feast for the eyes.» Delacroix liked fashion and paid attention to his style as a true dandy, as we can see in this copy of his self-portrait by Hippolyte-Charles Gaultron exhibited in Delacroix museum. We remember then, in front of this painting, these words by Baudelaire : « Beautiful as a tiger » ! Yes indeed, the french romantic master...

If you miss the ski ambiance but can't make it to #Courchevel or #Megève this month, the Montalembert is the next best option this month. They've recreated a nice little ski atmosphere in the midst of St Germain- des- pres!  Find out more #leparisdemilie 

You have stilettos in all colors, shoes you can’t live without, the best place to repair in style is Georges and George This wonderful cordonnier will take care of your treasures like no others. 41 rue de Verneuil 75007 Paris

A wonderful wonderful bookstore.  Whether you are looking for poetry, literature, or wonderful children books, l’écume de pages is the place.  There for over a century, it kept its know-how without any arrogance.  They open late ( until midnight Monday to Saturday) and they open Sundays!  Didn't I tell you this was a wonderful place? Wearing our Little Leather Jacket- Dress Charlie's Angel.