Text and photography by: Genevieve Sandifer Although we all want to channel a little Coco Chanel/Edith Piaf/Laetitia Casta while wandering through St. Germain, the price points attached to the fashion dream can be more than a little dissuasive. Here to rescue the dream felled by “recessionitis”: Thank God I’m a VIP, a gem of a [...]
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Vintage Shopping by HiP Canal St. Martin
Posted in HIP tips from the locals, Parisian Living, Resources for Visitors, Shopping, tagged Haven in Paris, Paris Vacation Rentals, Paris Vacation Shopping, Thank God I'm VIP, Vintage Paris Shop, Vintage Republique, Vintage Shopping Paris, VIP Paris on March 1, 2009 | 3 Comments »
Americans in Paris
Posted in Art, Film, Music, Culture, HIP recommended Blogs, Resources for Visitors, tagged Americans in France, Americans in Paris, French cell phone providers, Parisian Culture, Parisian Living, Recommended Sites on February 12, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
This website, chock-full of interesting cultural tid-bits and recommendations, is like a crash course in life in France. Whether you’re looking to understand how French cell phone contracts work, trying to find American organizations in France, or simply want to figure out why it is the French are obsessed with McDonald’s, this site is brimming with [...]
Gridskipper
Posted in HIP recommended Blogs, Resources for Visitors, Shopping, tagged Gridskipper, Interactive Maps, Maps, Recommended Blogs, Under-The-Radar Gems on February 12, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
For incredibly useful, under-the-radar finds, be sure to check out Gridskipper. This well-curated blog features interactive maps spotlighting often obscure but always titillating gems, ranging from Paris’ best bespoke perfume shops to the best alternative birds-eye views of Paris, and even the best brunch spots for those feeling homesick for Sunday morning mimosas… A resource [...]
