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FASHION
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Franck Namani
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The beauty of the Franck Namani brand, which has three shops in Paris, one in Brussels and Geneva is not only the individual quality of the cashmere and material used in the creations, but the superb window displays that marries each item. Instinctively, if you have the resources, the impusle is to buy the complete ensemble. A complete joy just in the presentation. The friendly staff all speak several languages. The ambience of two of the shops that I visited exhibited clean clear lines of design accented by a display that is both inviting and immediately comfortable. Not yet on the web, contact the rue Marbeuf branch @
Tel 33 01 49 27 05 53.
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ACCESSORIES SCARVES & SHAWLS
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à Fragonard
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There is always that moment when you need a shawl to throw over a dress or jacket , on an unexpected occasion. When you are in Paris go directly to a Fragonard, past the Bristol Hotel on Rue Fgb Saint Honore. This boutique established in 1970 has the most extensive scarf and shawl collection I have seen anywhere in the world. Shawls are the boutiques speciality, in a range of fabrics including, cashmere, silk, wool, suede and leather, all beautifully handmade. In addition Leon, the proprietor also has a small but exquisite collection of hand made handbags in an assortment of styles and fabrics. The feeling upon entering the shop is to be cocooned in shell of fabrics. Leon is genteel, and charming, just the right environment to buy that much needed shawl or two. 61 Rue Fgb Saint Honore 75008 Paris
Tel: (33) 01 42 65 00 70
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One of the joys of Paris is strolling the streets on the Left or Right Bank, and finding the “real Paris.” Such a place is Maison Faguais. Established in 1912 and still in the same family, Three generations Maison Faguais is one of the ‘the gourmet shops’ when buying coffee, tea and other gourmet delights in Paris. With its wooden floors which were laid down at the start of the 20th century, the shop is an oasis of tranquility of aromas, just a stones throw from the Plaza Athenee. 30, rue de la Tremoille, 75008 Paris.
Tel: 01 47 20 80 91 • Fax: 01 47 20 14 85
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PERFUME
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The House Of Guerlain
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The House of Guerlain, for more than 160 years, has been synonymous with the art of creating fine fragrances, cosmetics, and skincare. Little known is the fact that they also sell a beautiful bottle encrusted with gold bee’s (the signature of royalty in France) on which there is a space to have your initials engraved in gold. Gentlemen, the perfect gifts for a beloved. Available from the main shop in Paris, orders takes four weeks and must be delivered within Paris. Its beyond the perfect gift for the man who is looking for something extraordinary for his chosen love.
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WRITING PARAPHANALIA
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Point Plume
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Point Plume specializes in antique pens. Just off the Champs Elysee, behind Fouquets on Rue Quentin Bachart, it is the place to find ‘serious pens.’ From the beautifully adorned limited edition of a Mont Blanc to the sophisticated Dupont. Point Plume has one of the largest collections of antique pens anywhere in the world. The staff is friendly and helpful, particularly if the person you are buying the gift for is a ‘pen collector, just starting a collection, or adding to an existing collection. Tel - Fax 331 49 52 09 89.
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FASHION ACCESSORIES
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Jacques Le Corre
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Jacques Le Corre, backed by Japanese investors, recently opened his Paris boutique, selling a collection of hats, handbags and shoes. Noted in the 1980’s for his hat collection that highlighted many designers “fashion shows,” his designs for hats, handbags and shoes are as electric as they are extremely original. The most noted feature is the combination of colors in the handbag and shoes collection, and the array of fabrics used in creating the hat selection. Opened two months ago, Jacques Le Corre also has a boutique in New York’s Soho district. Tel. 331 42 96 97 40
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PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHY
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Atelier Photo St. Honore
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Atelier Photo St. Honore, independently owned and operated, is a joy to discover along the Rue St. Honore. In the same location for the past 25 years, the shop specializies in Portrait Photography, and also sells a lovely collection of silver and wooden frames., at very reasonable prices. The interior is invitingly punctuated by a collection of candid photographs of past clients and the presence of a comfortable sofa, as you wait to be attended. Although the shop is small and cozy, you won’t feel pressured into buying a purchase. Tel. 331 42 61 03 19
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