Links I Love Week 18: Year 2025
I am back in Paris this week and arrived yesterday. The weather was beautiful and felt like summer until a hailstorm rolled through. It was wild! After the storm passed, large hail lining the streets of Paris, along with downed leaves and branches, made me feel lucky to have been inside during the storm. Heads up for those of you with spring allergies heading to Paris.
Later this week, I will share more about my Paris agenda. I hit the ground running, trying to shoot as much as possible while we had sunshine and warm weather. The first stop was for an iced flat white, and it hit the spot. You can follow more behind-the-scenes on what I am up to on Instagram.
I am sending out postcards from Paris this week to 25 lucky people who have preordered Paris Every Day.
Mother’s Day is a week away. We got our photos back from Yulia this week, and I am covered for gifts. I highly recommend a family photo shoot for no special reason. Put on your favorite outfit and take photos with your loved ones. I have a favorite I am going to frame of my sister, mom, and me.
Grab your coffee and croissants, and join me for links I love.
Links I Love Week 18
An Insider’s Guide to one of the most iconic neighborhoods in Paris via Forbes
Forget Protein- you should be having more fiber. Via Good and Well
I want to buy a walking pad to increase my steps. The choices are overwhelming. If you’ve bought one and loved it or hated it, I would love your feedback.
Tipping is everywhere, and consumers are fed up. This quiz, featured in the WSJ, was interesting because it showed how your decisions align with those of others. When do you tip, and how much?
The best eye creams for wrinkles and fine lines, Elle shares their favorites.
How to store fresh herbs. This is an excellent reminder as we begin to garden again or shop our local farmers markets.
The hotel room hacks seasoned travelers don’t leave home without (sent in by my husband)
We made a delicious couscous and garbanzo bean salad this week that was similar to this recipe. I can’t wait to have it again when I am home.
My favorite new lip balm, which I’ve been raving about with SPF, is now 20% off at Credo. It is $24
This garment duffle looks like a dream for the traveler. This compact garment bag with a padded laptop sleeve allows you to keep your important items with you in your carry-on.
To tug at your heart a bit, NPR shares pet adoption shelter stories
They found love in an airport lounge
We ordered this outdoor dining set to replace our old one. Ours was three years old and starting to rust. This has been an affordable addition to our garden area. We use it as an extra place to sit when neighbors stop by.
Beauty summer 2025 retailer predictions via Vogue
7 ways to visit France without the crowds
My husband and I have really been enjoying the Ghia non-alcoholic drinks. I first had the Ginger one at our local pizza spot and was instantly hooked. The sumac and chili one is our current favorite! If you are looking to add a non-alcoholic spritzer to your weekends, I highly recommend this one!
Inside Lenny Kravitzs Paris Refuge via Architectural Digest
This Bright and Tight eye cream is FINALLY back in stock. I grabbed it immediately.
Best boutique family-friendly hotels in Paris
A vintage shopping guide to Paris. My friend Angie shared this on Substack
Flamingo Estate was not on my radar until we got a gift from here. Now I want so many things! They have great gift sets for Mother’s Day, too.
The 4 am wake-up is not just for Superman CEO’s anymore via WSJ
An Italianate style New Orleans mansion that channels Parisian glamour
April Best Sellers: What did you love the most this past month?
This week’s best sellers include my favorite stain solution and the most beautiful green dress.
David Lebovitz shares one of my favorite Parisian bakery traditions.
Ritual Vitamins is running a 40% off Mother’s Day Sale. Their essential gut and health trio caught my eye, especially for travel. Also, their time-released Melatonin is helpful for jet lag days.
My favorite travel beauty essentials
Vogue reviews the Higher Dose Sauna blanket I have my eye on.
Frequent travelers share the best travel hacks
Garance Doré shares a beautiful essay on being beautiful and free at age 50
Do you save the menus from your favorite restaurants? I love this idea. I took a placemat from Café de Flore in my early years but never framed it.
Meet the Birkin bag of the book world I sold my first photo to the company this week.
Sunglass trends for Summer 2025
Paris dog of the day.
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Bonjour, I’m Rebecca!
I’m a photographer, blogger, croissant-lover, and world traveler. I hope that Everyday Parisian inspires you by bringing a bit of France into your daily life and helps you plan the best trip to Paris with personalized recommendations for places to stay, explore, and eat.
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I absolutely love everything! Thank you so much!
Hi, Rebecca! I have a walking pad and standing desk that work great. You’re welcome to email me for links (I bought both on Amazon).
I always enjoy these articles! Pre ordered the book also – Congrats!
Just love everything! Thank you