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Links I Love Week 17

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It has been a great first week home catching up on work, projects, The Print Shop, and spending time with Henri. I had coffee and croissants with friends yesterday that started in the morning and ended in the afternoon. It was really nice to be unplugged from technology and connect in person.

Grab your coffee and croissants and join me for this week’s links I love.

The best Retinol eye creams

8 spring trends that are already huge in Paris. (take this with a grain of salt as this isn’t what the average Parisian is wearing) It’s more for a trend forecast. 

Take a Ride on a 1940s train this summer and fall

The oldest hotels in the world with stunning interiors. Have you been to any of them?

The French election could be a bigger shock to markets than Brexit or Trump 

These linen shorts are currently on sale. I bought two pairs at the end of 2021 and they were all I wore in BVI. So comfortable and perfect for throwing over a suit with a t-shirt. I own the olive color and navy. Adding black to my collection. They come in a pant version so I purchased black and white linen also on sale. 

These d’Orsay flats sold out during the Madewell sale and I had my eye on them. Now they are back and fully stocked in the brown.

10 practical ways to improve happiness

The popular French lingerie brand Etam is now available at Nordstrom 

CDC overhauls travel warning list. Much of Europe is now of “high risk” 

I am so excited to be partnering with Gallagher Way in Chicago for the French Market. Henri and I will be there on May 12th. You can meet us, shop, eat and enjoy some jazz music. The details are here. 

David Lebovitz shares his “Best of Paris” he has been a great resource on Paris over the years and his recommendations never disappoint. 

25 things you may not know about me 

This week’s best sellers 

I recently read the book “It Ends with Us” and now there is a prequel called “It Starts With Us” coming out in October. If you haven’t read the first book, you still have time. (warning DV trigger which no one else has mentioned but I feel it is important). 

These are the airlines that DO or DO NOT require masks. 

Sézane is launching a wedding collection. I am keeping my eyes on the site for the first look. This dress is stunning. I love it in black and white.

On my recent trip to Paris, I enjoyed a few white burgandies and now I am looking into exploring more. Here are a few to try via NYT

A Mother’s Day Gift Guide

City candles are back at Diptyque. These are very limited edition candles that are named after different cities. I have the Paris candle. They sell out fast! So grab them while you can. 

How to travel on a budget. (with the squeeze of inflation) 

What I learned in my 30’s (I love the advice in the comments!) 

Where to find the best profiteroles in Paris

The ultimate road trip guide to Lake Como

If you can’t make it to Italy, you will want to master these Italian dishes at home. 

These Turkish towels make great picnic blankets. I keep one in Henri’s bag for the summer in case we have an impromptu picnic or stop to play for a bit in a park. You can keep one in your car too. Great for the beach as well! 

Phrases you shouldn’t say to singles anymore

The softest pajamas. I am a huge fan of matching pajamas. You can monogram these too for mom or anyone! 

France marks 3rd anniversary of Notre Dame Cathedral fire, with epic restoration underway

My friend Frank wrote a book, Sweet Paris with incredible pastries you can make at home. Stay tuned for a fun giveaway on Instagram. If you can’t wait, you can purchase the book here. 

Boden is currently 20% off until this Sunday. This is where I bought my swimsuit that you all loved so much. They have great dresses, accessories, and kid’s clothes too

One of my favorite Staub pieces is currently on sale for $199. I use this all the time. It makes a great gift too! If I didn’t own it, It would be on my registry. 

I love all the new Zara Home arrivals. I wish I could register here. So many great items. 

The best vintage menswear stores in Paris 


Can certain foods stave off dementia? I have heard this more than once recently. via NYT

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