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It seems like trends always come back around, it’s just a matter of time. The straw boater hat as it is called in English is one of my favorite trends from the past right now. This shallow style straw hat was first in fashion in the late 19th century for young ladies making a subtle statement of independence through incorporating more masculine elements into their outfits. Last summer Marc Jacobs revived the boater hat in his collection and since then … Continue reading

 

After seven days of rain on Monday the sun finally came out in Paris! Even though I still had homework to finish, Samantha and I decided it was just too pretty to keep ourselves cooped up inside. We thought it would be fun to take some pics for the blog at the Palais Royal and Sam impressed with me her photography skills. She took to my SLR like a natural and is now considering purchasing the same one. Don’t forget … Continue reading

 

In French gourmandise is defined as “un désir d’aliments jugés particulièrement agréables, que certains moralistes et certaines doctrines religieuses peuvent considérer comme un défaut ou une faute.” For those of you that don’t speak french that means something along the lines of a desire to eat particularly agreeable treats that certain doctrines consider sinful. Whoever decided that back in the church was on to something, because I do feel a little possessed when I look at all the beautiful desserts … Continue reading