Not only do we have the French to thank for haute couture and macaroons but also for Lacoste, the sporty and iconic tennis gear that has made its way into mainstream fashion. For the French Open 40th Anniversary, Rolande Garros celebrated the famed French tennis player, Rene Lacoste. I have to admit, as…
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The French certainly know how to take care of themselves. The vast array of beauty care products and fragrant parfums produced in France are testament to that fact. I had the opportunity to briefly visit the Fragonard perfume museum just off of the Rue di Rivoli. The Fragonard name is synonymous with French Country. Upon entering the Montmarte…
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The first thing that Luxe Diva said when I returned was, “Tell me about the flea markets. Were they great?” “Of course!” I replied. Flea markets in Paris are like a treasure hunt. I don’t know if it’s the thousands of years of history and country’s obvious obsession with perseveration…
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Hello Divas! P.U.S.H…Pray Until Something Happens. It works! I am not super organized in my general life, but when it comes to packing for a trip, I have it down to a science. You see when I was a new young attorney living in New York, I traveled a lot…
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After a full day of shopping in the markets of saint-Oouen and Vanves, followed by a brief visit to Les Halles, we stepped out of the Metro, and onto Blvd. Haussmann. Blvd. Haussmann is where the 10 story mall, Galleries Lafayette is home. Galleries Lafayette is the most amazing shopping mall you will…
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After a full day in Paris, Hubby asked why the French women were known for their fashion.. Was it not obvious? Well, I guess to the average American male, non. I had to explain that even though every French woman wasn’t walking around in Chanel with a Hermes Kelly in…
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If you caught my post two months ago on Voluspa, you will know that it is my absolute favorite candle in the world. In Paris, I got to experience the full aromatic experience that is Diptyque. The brand of both home and personal fragrance is not foreign to the US, but not…
No Comments + Read MoreHello Divas! Focus on your blessings and what you have instead of wanting what other have. Being thankful leads to more blessings! Well I have some very exciting news to share!! By the time you read this post, I will be on my way to the Essence Music Festival as…
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