Links I Love Week 51
Happy Holidays! I am winding down a bit for the year. Yulia came over to shoot while I made cookie boxes on Friday. This is a tradition I do every year and I drop cookies to neighbors, friends, and a big box to my family in Florida. Henri was on quality control duty and watching the oven. I still need to share recipes with you all in a post.
My husband and I are off for some time away together to celebrate our second anniversary and then we will see family in Florida. I plan on napping, reading, and eating well.
There will be a special Links next Sunday with a roundup of all the top articles you loved the most this year!
Grab your coffee and croissants, and join me for links I love.
Links I Love Week 51 Year 2024
Marseille: the edgy city emerging as Europe’s new capital of cool via CNN
Is protein powder a scam? Via NYT
A 19th Century Vienna Apartment via Architectural Digest
I made this video in Paris. You can see a little behind the scenes of me shooting Christmas.
I bought this for my nephew for the holidays. It came with a Bonus of a Hatch for kid’s that my sister is excited for.
Soho House gets $1.7 Billion Takeover Offer
The Frenchest hair trend of all. Would you try it?
I got an end-of-the-year mani/pedi and went with Perfectly Plaid Dazzle Dry. At my hotel, the staff (French women) were all wearing dark red nails. I had a soft pink on and immediately regretted it.
The oldest restaurants in the world, from Berlin to Boston
I love the SkinCeuticals Ptiox for glowy skin. I picked it up in Paris in September and finished my first bottle. Right now, it is 15% off at Dermstore. I ordered a new bottle I loved it so much. Literally down to the last drop.
A few trends from Paris I spotted this December. Boots are hot! Block heels are trending. I love these and these from Sarah Flint.
Also, Sarah Flint has some great sale pieces right now including these flats with the code EXTRA they are $127!
Parisians are wearing wide legged jeans and cropped versions and Levi’s are everywhere.
Also, my favorite trend was a black riding boot with tights and a long dark wrap coat. It was on repeat and I am trying to find a good option for boots. I fell in love with a pair in the window but need to try them on in Paris and see if they are comfortable. Options for boots available now to copy this hot look are below!
The biggest wellness trends of 2025. I am game for silent travel and sleep!
A French female painter was chosen to create the new Notre Dame Cathedral stained glass windows.
I bought this Sisley eyeliner at Duty Free waiting for my flight in Paris and I love it.
9 Key 2025 Fashion Trends You Need to Know
The Best Festive Dinner Ideas To Host Your First Holiday Meal
5 Winter accessory trends via In Style
Obscene prices, declining quality. Luxury is in a death spiral via NYT
This week’s best sellers include a great Cuyana zip tote (I carried in Paris), Sisley Lip Twist, the skirt I am wearing on repeat (size M), and the biggest trend in boots in Paris.
What Gisèle Pelicot Means to Us via Harpers Bazaar
We are spending some time for our anniversary somewhere warm and I packed this travel set. I am looking forward to late wakeups, coffee, and a walk on the beach.
The surprising benefits to eating alone at a restaurant via Food and Wine
Shoe trends you are about to see everywhere in 2025 I am all about those ballet flats and loafers
Dry January tips. Have you tried it?
What I packed for Paris in December
My friend Kat sent in this Paris Je t’aime sweatshirt for under $50
In Case You Missed It:
I was busy in Paris shooting for my book coming out in 2025! You can see some of the photos I shot at Christmas in my daily Paris Diaries. I shared where I stayed, wore, and reflections (and my one regret)
My Christmas in Paris Bucket List
Paris Diaries Day 1: Tea at Plaza Athénée
Paris Diaries Day 2: Red Dress in Paris
Paris Diaries Day 3: Hot Chocolate Date
Paris Diaries Day 4: Sundays in Paris and Ice Skating at Grand Palais
Paris Diaries Day 5: The Last Light
Paris Diaries Day 6 : Reflections and My One Regret plus, what I bought at Duty Free.
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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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Love your Blog! Cannot wait for your 22025 book!
Thank you! 😊
Janice
Thank you so much, Janice! xo
I appreciate the article on eating alone. A couple times a year I take a total day off for myself and do whatever my little heart desires including eating a fabulous lunch or dinner at restaurants of my choosing. I’ve always gotten outstanding service (the servers seem to appreciate an easy table!) and I always tip them very well. Especially welcome after the hectic holiday season!!
It’s the best! I am so happy you enjoy it too. Not everyone appreciates it the same. I hope you have had a great holiday break and have enjoyed a good solo meal somewhere fun! xo