tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35819655888662980822024-03-05T19:48:45.551+01:00Rue RodierArt, fashion, food, interiors and design from Paris.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11831211468077370701noreply@blogger.comBlogger194125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3581965588866298082.post-53529782813107834412016-01-28T14:58:00.000+01:002016-01-28T14:58:00.999+01:00NEW BLOG NAME! Please find my new blog at: <a href="http://www.ruerodier.com/">www.ruerodier.com</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11831211468077370701noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3581965588866298082.post-85475412538664403302015-12-16T11:10:00.001+01:002015-12-16T11:10:23.049+01:00Zanzibar Part 1: Park Hyatt <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Last month I was invited to Zanzibar to discover the new <a href="http://zanzibar.park.hyatt.com/en/hotel/home.html" target="_blank">Park Hyatt Hotel</a>. Admittedly I hesitated - the idea of packing my suitcase again after just returning from NYC and Iceland the previous weeks, seemed a little too exhausting, and then there was the 20hrs travel (door to door) for just a couple of nights, but I was sure this was going to be one of those once-in-a-lifetime trips that I couldn't bring myself to turn down. And I was not wrong. After the metro to gare du nord, RER to Charles de Gaulle airport, a 6hr flight to Doha (luckily we got the opportunity to lounge around in the business lounge ordering as many cups of tea/coffee and paninis that would could eat), followed by another 6 hour flight to Zanzibar, we finally emerged from the plane into a wonderful 30 degrees heat. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">It was my first real foray into Africa. I've been on the continent to Morocco and I was born near Dubai, but I'd never visited what in my mind was 'real' Africa. Of course Zanzibar is off the coast of Tanzania and is greener, lusher and more humid than the arid plains of the Africa in my mind, films and photos, but I wasn't complaining! Driving through the rich, green vegetation towards the hotel, I felt immediately smug with my decision, dismissed any impending yawns and couldn't wait to see more.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">We arrived at the hotel and were greeted with numerous smiling staff. The hotel is old UNESCO heritage building, with Arab influence that has been beautifully and thoughtfully transformed into a hotel. It's right on the beach too, so when I woke up the next day and opened the curtains to let the sun stream in, I could see the morning light dancing on the water. Heaven. The food, the rooms, the beach were all wonderful and we were treated to a massage in the spa and a water safari, which entailed sailing on a dhow, snorkelling in the turquoise blue sea and lunch on a private island! It might have been just two nights, but I felt like I was there for a week. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Thanks to <a href="http://zanzibar.park.hyatt.com/en/hotel/home.html" target="_blank">Park Hyatt Zanzibar </a>and <a href="http://www.qatarairways.com/global/en/homepage.page#" target="_blank">Qatar Airways</a> for making this trip possible. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I’m a minimal dresser, you might have noticed – there’s not a lot of colour or pattern that enters my wardrobe (unless it's an accessory, see scarves below!) and I believe in good wardrobe basics and essentials. They’re key to creating good foundations for any outfit. Among them is a well-crafted leather bag - the type of bag that you can match with any look from day, through to evening. When I discovered new Parisian leather brand, <a href="http://rsvp-paris.com/" target="_blank">RSVP</a>, I could immediately see a sense of symphony between my style and their aesthetic. They ticked the minimal box, the craft box, the ‘no huge visible logo’ box and each bag is numbered (they’re limited editions) so you’ll feel like you’re getting something truly unique! Both founders have experience in the luxury leather industry, so they manufacture the bags in the same factories as the top fashion houses – meaning the leather is of the highest quality. But unlike many of the big luxury fashion houses, the production process is also completely transparent and environmentally friendly – another aspect of the brand that I was so drawn to, as I prefer to be a conscious shopper where possible. They’re part of a new wave of brands that are putting quality and transparency at the top of the list. First they create a prototype – hence the name ‘RSVP’ (it’s like an invitation to buy! Pretty clever right?!), which must reach a certain amount of orders before it’s produced, a bit like print on demand – so they only produce a product when there’s enough demand for it, which is ultimately good for the wallet (as there are no extra hidden costs, such as paying to store products if they don't sell) and the environment. Finished products are then shipped out within three weeks. </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">I chose to shoot their </span><a href="http://rsvp-paris.com/products/clutch-boxcalf-navy" style="font-family: inherit;" target="_blank">clutch</a><span style="font-family: inherit;"> (with detachable strap) in navy – I can see this style becoming a wardrobe staple and the </span><a href="http://rsvp-paris.com/collections/all/products/documentholder-boxclaf-burgundy" style="font-family: inherit;" target="_blank">burgundy document holder </a><span style="font-family: inherit;">(also my favourite colour this season), which doubles up as a rather fancy laptop case.</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I'm wearing: Navy coast, COS (black version <a href="http://www.cosstores.com/fr/Women/Coats_Jackets/Belted_wool_coat/46891-31720804.1#c-22755" target="_blank">here</a>) - Scarf, <a href="https://www.jcrew.com/fr/womens_category/scarveshatsgloves/PRDOVR~E5508/E5508.jsp" target="_blank">J.Crew </a></td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The last time I visited New York I was a teenager. My boyfriend at the time and I had just 2 days in the city, after backpacking around South America for two months, making it a very swift stop and not enough time to get a real taste for the city. So </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">I can't describe how excited I was to finally have the chance to visit again. I have been waiting years to see the towering skyscrapers and feel small again. New York definitely has that certain </span><i style="font-family: inherit;">je ne sais crois. </i><span style="font-family: inherit;">It's exciting, full of life and there's so much happening it's like the streets are literally buzzing with energy. Here's a little guide I put together - we were only there for 6 days so there's plenty more that we didn't have time for, but I picked up a few of my favourites! We were also so lucky to have such great weather - it was positively warm the first two days, and I can't get over the autumnal colours of Central Park! </span></div>
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I'm still in shock about what happened in the city I now call home. The scary thing is it could have been me or any of my friends, as the places they targeted were bars and restaurants which I and they often go to... I've heard so many stories of near misses, of friends who were meant to be in le Petit Cambodge or Le Carillon that night for example, but by some weird twist of fate they decided not to go or were prevented from going. The one positive thing that has come out of these atrocities is the sense of community - Parisians and people around the world have rallied together in defiance. Just this week there have been various events, such as #tousaubistrot - encouraging Parisians to support and eat in their favourite restaurants and bistros as an act of defiance. I will not stop enjoying my life here, having coffee with friends in cafes, dining in restaurants, strolling the Parisian streets - I will try to be more vigilant if that is possible, but I will not let the fear seep too far into me. </div>
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I've spent the last five days not only trying to process what's happened in my mind, but trying to educate myself as much as possible, reading about who these people are who want to spread fear and terror, and destroy our way of living. This article written for <a href="http://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2015/03/what-isis-really-wants/384980/" target="_blank">The Atlantic</a> earlier this year does a great job at explaining who they are, where they came from and why they're doing what they're doing.. Anyway I want this blog to be a space for positivity and inspiration so I will let the rest of the photos I took on top of the Arc de Triomphe do the talking and act as a little tribute to the city I love. </div>
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it seemed like Paris had suddenly skipped a season. We went from 25c one day
to 15c the next. For me, anything below 20 is cold..so I immediately started
searching around for warmer clothes. I may have grown up in the UK, but I do
not fare well in the cold (being half Californian might have something to
do with it!) When looking for clothes I always make a list and I'm one of those people who will spend hours searching online to see what's out there. I know it takes
the spontaneity out of spur of the moment purchases, but I like to know that
what I’m buying will fit in with what I already own. Wardrobe essentials therefore (to me) are rather
ingenious - not just a ploy to keep you buying, they actually make you look good easily and effortlessly. I usually add pieces every
season - clothes that I know will stand the test of time and wear; spending my money on items that are timeless,
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with the weather), but it leaves me feeling a bit drab. While I don’t like
wearing a lot of colour and pattern, I do like wearing lighter shades. This cream </span><a href="http://www.meandem.com/ribbed-funnel-neck-jumper-winter-white" style="font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;" target="_blank">ribbed funnel neck jumper</a><span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;"> is the perfect compromise between cosy and stylish. Not only is it warm, but it can easily be
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The 'whiskey' merino wool <a href="http://www.meandem.com/the-perfect-roll-neck-jumper-whiskey" target="_blank">roll neck jumper </a>is a great transitional item that will take you from autumn (if there is one) to winter. And if you're like me and don't wear a lot of colour, this is a great shade to ease you into brighter hues. (Take note of the colour-coordinating wall!)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">And finally the Breton stripe... A Breton top might seem a little clichéd for someone living in Paris, but it’s a piece that doesn’t go out
of fashion, made timeless by the original chic Parisian – Coco Chanel. This <a href="http://www.meandem.com/breton-top-navy-white" target="_blank">navy an white lyocell/ cotton</a> style has even been worn by the Duchess of Cambridge no less - if it's good enough for Kate...! It's got a good stretch to it, but is tight in the right places, with a nice ruching detail towards the bottom on the sides which look great when worn over jeans. Again this is a piece that can be dressed up or down, or used to layer under a knit when the temperature starts creeping to zero. </span><br />
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This post was created in collaboration with <a href="http://www.meandem.com/" target="_blank">ME+EM</a>.<br />
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I've had a crazy couple of weeks, hence no time to blog. I do have a few upcoming blog projects in the works though so you'll be seeing more here soon. In the meantime I thought I'd share a few photos I took in London when I was last there and muse on a few things I've experienced and learnt over the last few weeks. It's probably been the most exhausting, yet the most exciting and fruitful weeks of my career. I've pushed myself, both creatively and business-wise. And I've learnt a lot about myself, my boundaries and capabilities. As a woman (and if you're woman reading this, you will probably agree) I often find it hard to promote myself and can struggle with self-doubt. It comes down to not always having confidence and belief in myself and what I'm capable of. Luckily I've managed to bury that doubt over the last few weeks in favour of just going for it! I definitely think moving country and hence out of my comfort zone has helped me there too.</div>
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I've also learnt to be stronger in the last few weeks, but that is what it takes if you want to build a successful freelance career in anything creative. You have to grow some <i>cojones. </i>So not worrying about where the next job is coming from, but being confident that it will. I've been reading books by strong, independent business women, to help get me through. If you ever have any doubts about the path you're forging I urge you to read <a href="http://www.amazon.fr/GIRLBOSS-Sophia-Amoruso/dp/039916927X" target="_blank">Girlboss by Sophia Amoroso</a> - not only is it inspiring, but it's a bit like having a good friend or mentor cheer you on from the sidelines. Read anything by Richard Branson. Ok, he's not a woman, but he's incredibly inspiring with his 'screw it, just do it' work ethic, especially coming from a man that didn't go to university or come from an overly-privileged family. (Perhaps elements that made him strive harder). He just thought why not? And maintained the confidence to get on with pursuing his dreams. I'm currently reading <a href="http://www.amazon.fr/Lean-Women-Work-Will-Lead/dp/0753541637/ref=sr_1_1?s=english-books&ie=UTF8&qid=1445088072&sr=1-1&keywords=lean+in+sheryl+sandberg" target="_blank">Lean In by Sheryl Sandberg</a>, which has been on my list for a while. She addresses many of the insecurities that I've felt and how to deal with them. </div>
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Freelance life is tough, it's not for everyone, but I cannot imagine going back to a full time job (which I have had experience of in the past). So when I'm doubting myself I've started turning to other strong women who I admire to get me through the tough times. A great publication for anyone who isn't a big reader, but wants short inspiring stories about strong women following, or who have followed their dreams, is <a href="http://www.net-a-porter.com/Content/portermagazine" target="_blank">Porter</a> magazine. I'd be pushed to say it's the best woman's magazine on the market at the moment - it's intelligent, well-written, inspiring and stylish! I'm also a big believer of surrounding yourself with friends who will champion you, call you out when you haven't done something you said you will and be there for you when the going gets rough. </div>
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When I was thinking about writing today, I didn't think this post would turn into such a personal post, but I thought I'd share my two cents! I'd love to know your thoughts - what you struggle with, what you've learnt if you do freelance or are following a more creative, less trodden path and what you turn to when you need to maintain that inner strength to keep going and challenging yourself push your limits, to do better and live better!<br />
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<b><span style="color: #45818e;">Finally a few favourite things:</span></b><br />
- I've been enjoying my friend Ylenia's <a href="http://ambitieuse.paris/2015/09/nyfw-ss16-street-style-day-2/" target="_blank">street style photos </a>from the fashion weeks<br />
- I've have quite a few Jewish friends, so <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gXGfngjmwLA" target="_blank">this</a> popped up on my Facebook feed and moved me to tears<br />
- This <a href="http://www.cosstores.com/fr/Women/Coats_Jackets/Oversized_quilted_coat/46891-33584608.1#c-24479" target="_blank">COS coat</a> - I can't decide if I'll look stylish or like a giant marshmallow? But I'm preparing for a trip to Iceland and this just might keep me warm!<br />
- Nicole Franzen's <a href="http://www.nicolefranzen.blogspot.fr/2015/10/marion-miami.html" target="_blank">gorgeous photos </a>of new Miami restaurant, Marion Miami<br />
- I'm totally lusting after this <a href="http://wwd.com/fashion-news/fashion/gallery/they-are-wearing-paris-fashion-week-12/#!171/they-are-wearing-paris-fashion-week-384/" target="_blank">look</a><br />
- I made it to <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Caf%C3%A9-Oberkampf-642650192533205/" target="_blank">Cafe Oberkampf </a>on Saturday to get a slice of Frank's, aka <a href="https://instagram.com/cakeboyparis/" target="_blank">@cakeboyparis</a> almond and fig honey cake! Yum.</div>
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American export Betsy is one half of <a href="http://abkasha.com/" target="_blank">A+B Kasha</a>, an interior design and real estate agency based in Saint-Germain-des-Prés, which she founded ten years ago this month with her husband Alon. The agency specialises in pied-a-terre properties in the Saint-Germain area on some of Paris' most charming streets. After moving to London from New York for Alon's work, they visited Paris for a weekend and fell in love with the city. They decided they wanted a pied-a-terre apartment of their own, so they bought an apartment with beautiful bones, but one which needed gutting and renovating. With the skills and experience they learnt from managing such a huge project, they decided to establish A+B Kasha and move to the City of Lights permanently. Today they create beautiful pied-a-terre apartments - apartments that have all been hand-picked by Betsy and Alon and then thoughtfully and beautifully restored to their natural glory. There is nothing too ambitious for this design duo, which you can see from their apartment below - it too was gutted, renovated and restored, to create a beautiful two bedroom apartment in one of Paris' most sought-after neighbourhoods. </div>
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you move to Paris?</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">I moved to
Paris in 2004 from London with my family to start our company A+B Kasha now
celebrating its tenth anniversary!<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="color: #45818e;">What
inspired you to establish your own real estate and interior design agency and
how did you get there? </span></b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">It was
more of an evolution than an inspiration.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>And that’s usually how life is…we had just moved to London from New York
when we were invited to use our friend’s apartment in Paris for the
weekend.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>After a great weekend, I
knew I wanted a Paris pied-a-terre of my own, and we ended up buying one in
Saint Germain-des-Pres that had great style but needed a ton of work.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The process of buying and renovating an
apartment in Paris turned into a bigger project than we expected, and showed us
all the inefficacies of the Paris market.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>This gave us an idea that turned into A+B Kasha, The Art of the
Pied-a-terre.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In essence, we were
our first clients. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="color: #45818e;">What words
of advice do you have for someone following their own career path and setting
up a business? </span></b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Trust your
instincts, surround yourself with smart and honest people, and be prepared to
work all the time.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="color: #45818e;">How long
have you lived in your apartment? </span></b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">We bought
this apartment after living (around the corner) for five years.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The renovation took a year, and we
moved in four years ago.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="color: #45818e;">What were
the biggest decorating/renovation challenges? </span></b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Our
apartment had two glaring problems: (1) the floor plan was impractical and
uncomfortable, and (2) the beautiful old herringbone floor was sagging,
creating 10cm bow in each room.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>First, we completely flipped the floor
plan of the apartment; the main bathroom located off the living room became the
kitchen; two bedrooms in the back became a large master bedroom and bathroom;
and the kitchen and dining room located above the living room became the
bedroom and bathroom for our daughter.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Today, the living, dining and kitchen are together and the bedrooms are
on opposite sides of the apartment…the flow of the apartment works perfectly
for our lifestyle.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="color: #45818e;">How would
you describe your interior style? </span></b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">For me, balance
and context are big keys to good design.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In my work, I always choose elements which will be
harmonious together, and that make sense for the space.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In my apartment, I like order but I shy
away from formality.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I like to be
surrounded by beautiful art, but I am very sensitive to visual clutter.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The key is balance.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In terms of context, it is important to
stay true to the proportion and natural charm of the space.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>As stunning as Versailles is - for
example - its style and proportion does not work in a Directoire-period
apartment like mine.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It is a
question of respecting the natural beauty of the space and “dressing” it to
enhance rather than distract.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="color: #45818e;">Favourite
piece(s) of furniture/treasures? </span></b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">I make it
a habit to only keep objects, furniture and art that give me pleasure.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>But I will single out the metal
bookcase in our living room for its sculptural silhouette.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It also has interesting provenance…it
was designed in the 1920’s to store heavy machinery in a French factory.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The painting over my bed is also
special to me.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It was painted by
artist Cecile Defforey.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I think it
has a magical quality.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="color: #45818e;">Favourite
places/shops to buy for your home?</span></b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">In
addition to the furniture dealers I work with regularly, two of my favourite
home stores are Caravane (rue Jacob) for its soft sofas, bedding and
accessories and Original BTC Lighting (rue Bonaparte) for its great ceiling,
wall and bathroom lights.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="color: #45818e;">Interiors/style
that have inspired you?</span></b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">I love the
work of designers Axel Vervoordt, John Saladino, and Alexandra & Michael Misczynski.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="color: #45818e;">What do
you like most about the area you live in, in Paris?</span></b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">I love the
energy of Saint Germain des Pres…it has a quirky, village feel.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I also appreciate its cultural and
architectural history.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="color: #45818e;">Favourite
sources for inspiration? (ie Pinterest, instagram)</span></b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">I often
get design inspiration from the most unlikely places.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Yesterday it was the floor of an old boulangerie, and the
day before, it was a beautiful ceramic pool in a private garden.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I always have my phone with me so I
just snap a photo and keep it in my inspiration file.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="color: #45818e;">Favourite
three social media mavens (could be instagrammer, blogger, Pinterest user)? </span></b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">My social
media of choice is Instagram.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I
love following the Instagram of the Beach-chic concept store, Pistol and Lucy
(pistolandlucy), in Malibu, CA.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I
also follow blogger/instagrammer Alexandra Stafford (alaxandracooks); her food
photos and recipes are mouth-watering! <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>And I have become a devoted fan of artist Kevin Scorgie’s
instagram (kevin_scorgie) as well as his work. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="color: #45818e;">Last good
book you read? </span></b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><u><span style="color: black; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">My
Brilliant Friend</span></u><span style="color: black; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">
by Elena Ferrante<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="color: #45818e;">What’s in
your magazine pile?</span></b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">AD France,
Elle Decoration (France), Vanity Fair, and The Week (US Edition)<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="color: #45818e;">Go-to
alcoholic beverage? </span></b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Red Wine, although
I rarely say no to Champagne.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="color: #45818e;">Tea or coffee?</span></b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Coffee,
but only in the morning<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="color: #45818e;">Handbag
essentials?</span></b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Sunglasses,
lipstick,<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>liquorice Ricola,
Farrow&Ball color chart, and a tape measure<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="color: #45818e;">What do
you do to relax? </span></b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">I am
learning how to meditate…<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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favourites:</span></b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="color: #45818e;">Café </span></b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Outside at
La Palette on rue de Seine… perfect for an outdoor cocktail or lunch with
friends.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="color: #45818e;">Restaurant</span></b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">It is too
difficult to single out one restaurant because there are so many amazing
ones.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>But my new favourite dining
spot is Come a Casa on rue Pache in the 11eme.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It was introduced to me by my Italian foodie friend, Max,
and it has some of the best Italian food I have ever had. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>My mouth is watering just thinking
about it.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="color: #45818e;">Shop </span></b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Honestly,
my go-to store is Le Bon Marche…for everything! I am rarely disappointed.</span></span></div>
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We stayed just inland near the port, in a contemporary hotel that's part of the Design Hotels Group. There's not much to do on the island, so this is a great place to come for some proper r&r. There are only three towns, with the main one, Chora, a 10 minute drive up into the hills from the port. When we went to visit on the second day, it was practically deserted, with only a few tourists wandering around and some of the old local men sitting outsides cafes playing backgammon or putting the world to rights. </div>
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Stay: Anemi Hotel (lovely design and decor, but the service and food needs some work - they got our breakfast order wrong a few times and didn't know how to cook a soft boiled egg, which in my book is the first thing you learn when cooking!) </div>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11831211468077370701noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3581965588866298082.post-5482230631995905422015-09-15T12:25:00.000+02:002015-09-15T12:25:12.056+02:00At Home With Editor of The Other Art of Living, Sophie Trem <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I discovered Sophie a
little while ago through Instagram. She oozes positive energy and by the photos
on her feed, I could see that her home reflected her personality. So I reached
out and ventured down to the 13th. It's not an area I go to very often, so I was a little out of my comfort zone and admittedly got a bit lost. But I finally found her building and she opened her door with a big smile. We immediately clicked and I spent a few hours there,
chatting, snapping photos and munching on a delicious breakfast that she kindly
laid out - obviously just how any photo shoot should go. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">She’s been in her home
for 5 years, and it’s the kind of space that you want to curl up in with a good magazine. It’s bright and cosy, and filled with personality and warmth, with
touches of colour and pattern - in other words, a real home. </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Paris born and bread,
of Cambodian descent, she grew up in Paris’ China Town and has remained in the
area, where she lives with her husband and two small boys. She works as a freelance web and fashion consultant, as well as working part-time for <a href="https://www.qwant.com/" target="_blank">Qwant</a>, looking after their communications. H</span><span style="font-family: inherit;">er blog, </span><a href="http://www.theotherartofliving.com/" style="font-family: inherit;" target="_blank">The Other Art of Living</a><span style="font-family: inherit;"> is full of positive vibes, inspiration and tips for mastering the art of living well! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Don’t get me started! ;) I think I have as many dreams as there are stars in the sky, so I always have a project on the go! But seriously, I’m currently really excited about my first collaboration with K-Swiss. We are launching an exclusive style of the Classic tennis shoe this Thursday at Colette. I still can’t believe it’s real; it’s a dream come true!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Travel and blogs, such as blogger & instagrammer, <a href="http://jesus-sauvage.com/" target="_blank">Jesus Sauvage.</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I haven’t finished it yet, but I’m really enjoying: <a href="http://www.amazon.fr/Le-jour-jai-appris-vivre/dp/2366580983" target="_blank">Le jour ou j’ai appris à vivre from Gounelle</a> (the day I learned to live.)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Santorini is by far the most beautiful island I've visited. In fact whilst walking around Oia, I kept repeating: 'I can't believe this place exists!' The white washed houses built into the cliffs, made brighter by the blazing sunshine are striking against the deep blue sky and sea just below. (Fortuitously I even packed to coordinate! See <a href="https://instagram.com/p/62B3yKru2O/?taken-by=ruerodier" target="_blank">here</a>, <a href="https://instagram.com/p/6_67TCLuyM/?taken-by=ruerodier" target="_blank">here</a> and <a href="https://instagram.com/p/7P-YpNLu0E/?taken-by=ruerodier" target="_blank">here</a>.) And the odd splashes of colour - the bright blue church roofs, and buildings painted coral, pale yellow and pink are an added bonus. </div>
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- We stayed in Rimida Villas - traditional houses, right on the edge over-looking the Caldera with breakfast served on our doorstep each morning </div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: inherit;">It's been a pretty circuitous route! </span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: inherit; letter-spacing: 0.4pt;">My first ‘grown up’ job was in a law firm in Dubai. I had just finished my law degree and moved out to the UAE after university. I really enjoyed it, but I’ve always been very creative and it wasn’t long before I started to crave a less corporate career. Once we started planning our own wedding I became pretty obsessed with wedding stationery, and <a href="http://www.stylemepretty.com/" target="_blank">Style Me Pretty</a>. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #222222; letter-spacing: 0.4pt;">In order to gain the technical skills I needed to work in design, we moved back to London where I studied Graphic Design. After graduating, I worked as a designer in London for a couple of years, before going full time with </span><span style="color: #222222;"><a href="http://herlovelyheart.com/everafterpress"><span style="color: #1155cc; letter-spacing: 0.4pt;">Ever After Press</span></a><span style="letter-spacing: 0.4pt;">. I think I always knew really that I would like to work for myself, as the kind of design that I like is quite niche. </span></span><span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; letter-spacing: 0.4pt;">I started off working from home, setting up a basic website with the designs that I had already done for friends and starting to figure out my prices. A year later I redesigned my website, as by then I had a clearer idea of what I wanted to offer. I'm now excited to be working on a new high end range of off the shelf designs which I hope to launch in a few months time. Working as a wedding stationery designer is the perfect way for me to be able to work with the understated feminine graphic design aesthetic that I love every day, and help my bespoke couples transform their ideas into reality.</span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: inherit;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: inherit; letter-spacing: 0.4pt; line-height: 12.9pt;">Spending time on getting things right behind the scenes and streamlining everything as much as possible is a real investment in your business, so don't worry about taking your time and figuring out the small details so that everything runs as smoothly as possible. I think it's also important to be flexible and to continually assess what your clients are looking for, and then try to answer that with your offering.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #222222; letter-spacing: 0.4pt;">I always find it inspiring to listen to the <a href="http://www.heritageradionetwork.com/programs/79-After-the-Jump" target="_blank">Design Sponge Heritage Radio Network podcast 'After The Jump'</a> and at the moment I'm enjoying the emails for entrepreneurs that you can sign up for at <a href="http://heysweetpea.com/" target="_blank">Hey Sweet Pea</a>. </span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: inherit;">I was pretty determined to find a classic Haussmann style apartment with herringbone parquet floors, coving and panelling (you only live in Paris once, right)? and was really pleased when we managed to wade through all the bureaucracy and secure one that we liked, but all the panelling means that we have lots of canvasses tucked away in cupboards and under beds. I was surprised by the lack of central ceiling lights, apparently that's a typical French thing...we only have one chandelier in the hallway and other than that we have to rely on ambient lighting. We definitely need to invest in some more lamps. It makes for quite a cosy atmosphere at night though. It's pretty geeky but we were lucky to find a place with a fair bit of built in storage which I love, I'm a bit of a neat freak and love having somewhere to hide away coats, shoes and suitcases.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: inherit;">Minimal with a neutral palette, with Scandinavian and French influences. I like a lot of grey and white with a splash of pink here and there. I love having fresh flowers in the apartment - peonies, white hydrangeas, anenomes and ranunculus are my favourites when they are in season.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: inherit;">I love my sleep so one of my favourite items has to be the beautiful French carved bed we bought just before moving to Paris. We have a pair of vintage Bertoia white chairs from the 70's, which I love because they are just a little bit rusted and imperfect in places. Some paper pom poms left over from our wedding hang above my desk and the Paloma's Nest ring bearer bowl that we had made for our wedding, which sits on my bedside table (and where I keep my everyday jewellery when I go to bed), is really special to me too. I love everything Paloma's Nest make – they are the perfect gifts for any friends getting married.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: inherit;">My favourite interiors stores are West Elm and Cox & Cox. I also love Aesop, Diptyque, Ferm Living and Story North.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: inherit;">I love design blogs, such as </span><a href="http://lovenordic.blogspot.co.uk/" style="font-family: inherit;" target="_blank">LOVENORDIC</a><span style="color: #222222; font-family: inherit;">, </span><a href="http://www.thedesignchaser.com/" style="font-family: inherit;" target="_blank">The Design Chaser</a><span style="color: #222222; font-family: inherit;">, </span><a href="http://style-files.com/" style="font-family: inherit;" target="_blank">The Style Files</a><span style="color: #222222; font-family: inherit;"> and </span><a href="http://www.blondeandbone.com/" style="font-family: inherit;" target="_blank">Blonde and Bone </a><span style="color: #222222; font-family: inherit;">- my </span><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/everafterpress/home/" style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #1155cc;">Pinterest</span></a><span style="color: #222222; font-family: inherit;"> account is full of home inspiration that I love, as well as boards categorised by room. For something more colourful I always like checking out the work of Emily Henderson and on Instagram I love @mrorlandosoria for his hilarious captions as well as interior design inspo. I'm always so impressed by furniture hacks like those on </span><a href="http://thepaintedhive.net/" style="font-family: inherit;" target="_blank">The Painted Hive</a><span style="color: #222222; font-family: inherit;">...I wish I had her patience! :) I like Antipodean design a lot - Graphic Design, Interiors and wedding styling, they just always seem to get it so right!</span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: inherit;">We live in the 16th arrondissement, an area usually known for its affluent older ladies and little dogs, as well as its beautiful architecture. I love living there as we are right in between the Eiffel Tower and the Arc De Triomphe. We can wander down to Ladurée on the Champs-Elysées for a weekend brunch in 20 minutes and our local art gallery, the Palais de Tokyo, is my favourite in Paris.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: inherit;">This is such a hard one!! For lifestyle and fashion, I love Kelli Murray @kellimurray - an incredible illustrator based in California, with the best IG feed and blog...her style is awesome and she's a friend of my amazingly talented calligrapher friend Suzy Lee @hellosuzylee - (Suzy's work is beyond perfect and she is also an incredible person).</span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: inherit;">For general design inspiration, <a href="http://besottedblog.com/" target="_blank">Besotted Blog</a> has been my go to favourite for a very long time.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">And last but not least, @thefatjewish and @picathepom ... they are always guaranteed to make me laugh.</span></div>
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<a href="http://www.kellimurray.com/blog/" style="font-family: inherit;" target="_blank">Kelli Murray</a><span style="color: #222222; font-family: inherit;">, </span><a href="http://ohjoy.blogs.com/" style="font-family: inherit;" target="_blank">Oh Joy!</a><span style="color: #222222; font-family: inherit;"> and </span><a href="http://cupcakesandcashmere.com/" style="font-family: inherit;" target="_blank">Cupcakes and Cashmere</a><span style="color: #222222; font-family: inherit;">.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: inherit;">The last book I read (in 2 days without putting it down) was The Martian - I loved it! So different from what I normally read, and a total page-turner, I highly recommend it; I'm now obsessed with space! I usually end up reading quite dark books and I'm trying to change that. I love Kazuo Ishiguro, and East of Eden by John Steinbeck is another favourite. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: inherit;">Kinfolk, Cereal and Living Etc.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: inherit;">Champagne, lots of cheese, loads of fresh veggies, fruit and probably at least one cured pork product (my husband is of Italian descent so we always have pasta ingredients ready to go). And some very dark chocolate.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: inherit;">I have an embarrassing sensitivity to caffeine, which means I'm normally the person trying to ask for chamomile tea or chocolate chaud in terrible French, in all the great new coffee places popping up in Paris.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #222222;">My iPhone, a good book for the metro, Narciso Rodriguez perfume, lip balm and a snack, to avoiding being hangry!</span></span><b style="color: #222222; font-family: inherit;"> </b></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #222222;">Café: Our favourite little local French place for relaxed almond croissants on weekend mornings</span><span style="color: #222222;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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I do love a good weekend getaway, and August is the best month for it, especially if you're one of the last souls who has been left behind in the city, while what seems like every last Parisian has deserted the capital in search of sun, sand and sea.. Luckily my friend <a href="http://www.dequelleplaneteestu.com/" target="_blank">Meg</a> invited us (along with a few other friends), to her boyfriend's parents' ridiculously beautiful, film set-worthy house in Montargis. Although the weather didn't quite play fair and it remained cloudy most of Saturday, it didn't stop us frolicking in a <a href="https://instagram.com/p/6Ij_Y-Lu4G/?taken-by=ruerodier" target="_blank">sunflower field</a>, picking fruit and vegetables from the amazing garden (serious life goals right there), BBQ-ing, eating outside and generally enjoying a couple of days of not breathing in Paris' car fumes or other ripe, unpleasant smells that emanate from the streets in summer - dubbed by many as 'eau de Paris'. Having felt lethargic as of late, it was the perfect weekend away to rejuvenate, enjoy nature and leave my cares behind for a couple of days. </div>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11831211468077370701noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3581965588866298082.post-37812598612081658022015-08-10T11:02:00.003+02:002015-08-10T11:02:29.031+02:00Following My Nature <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I've been having one of those moments of late, which surface every now and again. With summer firmly set in Paris these past weeks, the heat getting up to an almost unmanageable temperature and my (what seems like) incessant travelling backwards and forwards to the UK recently (I go again in a week!), I've felt lethargic at best and not so willing to conjure up new posts, or feel confident with the ones that are a work in progress. I know I'm in need of a rest. Freelance is wonderful, but it takes its toll, especially when I'm juggling so many things at once, or hustling for new projects. Luckily we're flying off to Santorini in a couple weeks, which I cannot wait for. The only downside being that our summer holiday this year, like the last, will be based around weddings - one in Santorini and the following in Biarritz. Not that I don't love a good wedding, and both I know, will be beautiful. But I could do with one whole week on a beach doing nada. Another project that is a work in progress. But enough of my first world problems, as I wanted to share a collaboration that I worked on earlier this year, with Marc O'Polo for their #FollowMyNature campaign. I love the photos and this is the type of project that I would love to do more of. </div>
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The task entailed picking of few of my favourite items from their collection and wearing them around Paris - a bit like a day in the life of.. I purposely chose places that at first glance might not appear very 'Parisian' - places with darker tones and natural materials - wood, concrete etc... because I don't count myself a typical Paris blogger. It was a campaign I was happy to get involved with as I like to think that I tend to follow my nature. I followed my heart to Paris and have followed my gut to change career direction towards things that I personally enjoy and find more rewarding, even if I have in the past been warned against it by the more cautious. </div>
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For the project I picked <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Fragments-Paris/515511241861260" target="_blank">Fragments</a>, a lovely minimalistic cafe in the 3rd and one of my go-to galleries in Paris, <a href="http://www.yvon-lambert.com/" target="_blank">Yvon Lambert</a>, which is located just off one of favourite streets - rue Vieille du Temple. I felt that both complemented the clothes, and also reflected my personality and style tastes which are usually quite minimal. You can read the full feature + interview with me on their blog <a href="http://marcopolo.tumblr.com/post/122489199503/follow-my-nature-marissa-cox-is-a-freelance" target="_blank">here</a>. I'd love to know what you think! </div>
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<b>Photos by <a href="http://ambitieuse.paris/" target="_blank">Ylenia Cuéllar</a>, edited by me. </b><br />
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I ventured over the the 11th on Friday lunchtime with Cindy - an arrondissement I'm migrating to more and more these days - to check out the recently opened <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pickledparis" target="_blank">Pickled</a>. A canteen/culinary agency, Pickled (cute name by the way), was set up by two friends: food designer, Myrtille and chef, Amandine. I'm all for women teaming up and doing business together and they seem to make quite a pair. They've created a welcoming, beautifully thought out space with an equally aesthetically pleasing menu - as you might expect from a food designer and chef duo. I took my camera along just in case and couldn't help but snap a few shots of the food and interior. If you're looking for kitchen storage solution inspiration, this is the place - I love that white wire wall. </div>
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Amandine and Myrtille serve a daily changing menu with seasonal ingredients. We tried the pickled yellow pepper and coriander cream 'le Plat revisté en sandwich' - basically their dish of the day made into a burrito, cauliflower soup and cheesecake to finish. I like to count myself as a bit of a cheesecake connoisseur. Unless there's salted caramel on the menu, it's my go-to dessert, with my favourite being Rachel's blueberry cheesecake (that you can find at her eponymous cafe and in The Broken Arm), but Myrtille and Amandine's offering with sesame crust, drizzled with a refreshing citrusy lemon coulis, might just be my new favourite. </div>
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Here are a few photos from Bastille Day last week. After jumping on a couple of Velibs, we cycled down to the 5th to lunch at one of my favourite burger joints, <a href="http://www.louloufriendlydiner.com/en/" target="_blank">Loulou</a>. We wandered the streets of Saint Germaine, as it's not an area I often get down to, being south of the river an' all. As it was with my London days, I'm a north of the river girl, or Right Bank as it's called in Paris. We walked all the way to <a href="http://www.coutumecafe.com/fr/" target="_blank">Coutume Café</a>, where we stopped for one of <a href="https://www.facebook.com/RachelsParis03" target="_blank">Rachel's</a> irresistible cheesecakes and iced lattes. </div>
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I've been meaning to write this long overdue post for a while now, but what with all the travelling backwards and forwards to the UK recently (I feel like I'm currently living on the Eurostar, so much so that they should install a bed for me), my blog has (as is usually the case) has taken a backseat. </div>
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So summer arrived rather abruptly a few weeks ago, when Paris was thrown into the depths of a heatwave. I usually love the heat - give me 30 degrees and I'm a happy girl, but the weather got a bit much even for me. And there's something that happens to Paris in the heat, it actually gets warmer in the evening. The small streets and Haussmann buildings insulate and keep the heat in, so by nightfall the city feels like a sauna, making it almost impossible to sleep. I've spent the nights tossing and turning trying to find a small available un-sweaty space on the sheets, to no avail. </div>
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Since summer arrived I've been on a bit of a spending spree, yet still managed to be defeated by the heat. But when the weather's hit a cooler 30 (an oxymoron, if ever there was one), I've been literally living in this outfit. I'm happiest in a simple white tee - and this <a href="http://www.asos.fr/ASOS-Lot-de-0-t-shirts-ras-du-cou-%C3%89CONOMIE-DE-00/16m9ks/?iid=5144081&cid=4718&Rf-200=16,5&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=204&sort=-1&clr=Whitegrey&totalstyles=271&gridsize=3&mporgp=L0FTT1MvQVNPUy1UaGUtVWx0aW1hdGUtQ3Jldy1OZWNrLTItUGFjay1TQVZFLTEzL1Byb2Qv" target="_blank">ASOS offering</a> is a great option. White tees dirty and age easily, and I won't break the bank replacing this one, when the time inevitably comes. The skirt I picked up from the Zara sale. It's the perfect length, hitting just around calf level, but with buttons that go to the knee, adding a bit of je ne sais quoi and making it nice and airy, as well as easy to move in - perfect for cycling in (my newest obsession: I finally, after two years in this city, purchased a Velib pass!). </div>
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The British brand, <a href="http://www.whistles.com/" target="_blank">Whistles</a> has particularly good to me of late. The velcro sandals (another current obsession) and silver clutch are just a couple of things I've purchased in their summer sale this year. The clutch will be making an appearance at the rest of the weddings we have this year (three in a month starting the end of August!!) and matches a pair of silver heels that I bought from COS for the various occasions. The sunnies are <a href="http://retrosuperfuture.com/" target="_blank">Retro Super Future</a> and have also become a summer staple, although I'm currently lusting after a pair of tortoiseshell ones. </div>
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Along with a new wardrobe, I thought it high time I updated some of my make-up. I wear SPF 30 moisturiser every day, but I've also been plastering mattifying foundation over the top, in the hope of not looking like my face is dripping with sweat. But in a recent quest to feel a little lighter (especially in this heat) and not like I'm troweling on make-up every morning, I did a bit of research and decided to try the <a href="http://www.bareescentuals.com/Complexion-Rescue/USmastercomplexionrescue,en_US,pd.html" target="_blank">Bare Minerals Tinted Moisturiser</a>. It's light (even lighter than the cream I've been using) and has a bit of colour, which I add to with some bronzer and blusher. I've been covering up any blemishes with <a href="http://www.sephora.com/secret-camouflage-P109931" target="_blank">Laura Mercier's Secret Camouflag</a>e and suddenly feel a few pounds lighter! What's your go-to summer make-up regime? </div>
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It's been crazy hot in Paris this last week - the <i>canicule</i> (heatwave) has been long lingering. I love the heat, but even I have been suffering. Living in the 4th floor of a Hausmann building, which is usually wonderful with the sun streaming in in the mornings, has turned into a greenhouse slash sauna. It's been so hot that I've been fantasising about air-conditioning (something that's pretty unusual for me - I'm used to expressing how cold I am on a daily basis, much to the boy's annoyance). Yet the heat didn't stop us getting out and about on Saturday, as my mum and her partner were visiting for the weekend. Opting for cycling over the equally sauna-like metro, we rented Velib bikes and cycled to the Pompidou in search of air con and art. We sauntered around the inspiring <a href="https://www.centrepompidou.fr/cpv/resource/coy8gny/rzyodRb" target="_blank">Le Corbusier </a>exhibition, lingering to enjoy the cool air, and then headed over to <a href="http://www.bobsjuicebar.com/" target="_blank">Bob's Kitchen</a> for lunch. We spent the rest of the weekend cycling and wandering around Paris in search ice-cream and air con, while I snapped a few photos. </div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I’m a big foodie. I love to try different foods, discover restaurants and generally eat until my heart’s content, but I’m not a very inventive or well-practised cook. And I'm not one of those people who can just throw things together et voila! I have my go-to dishes that I return to time and time again, such as chili, or I consult one of my many cookbooks (25 at last count - which are admittedly more for decoration) and try to recreate a recipe, but often fail as I'll be missing a quarter of the ingredients.</span><br />
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Last weekend I spent a few days with my Father. It's not often that I have the chance to spend quality time with him, let alone a whole weekend doing the things we enjoy most. So when were were invited to stay at <a href="http://paris.vendome.hyatt.com/fr/hotel/home.html?src=PARPH_sm_Blog_RUERODIER_062915" target="_blank">Palace Park Hyatt Paris-Vendôme</a> for Father's Day in collaboration with a new book written by U2's Bono, aptly entitled <a href="http://www.u2.com/news/title/sons-fathers/news/" target="_blank">Sons & Fathers</a> (celebrating the relationship between sons and fathers, and daughters and fathers), I jumped at the opportunity.</div>
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Last week, as you may have seen from my Instagram photos, I went on a little trip to Milan to discover the Italian furnishings brand, <a href="http://www.dedar.com/" target="_blank">Dedar</a> (short for Design D'Arradamento) and had quite a journey (this is an epic post, just like the trip, so be prepared!) A family run business, Dedar has been going for some 40 years and creates gorgeous luxurious fabrics and wallpapers - they recently did a collaboration with Hermès. First we drove to their showroom in Milan and were introduced to the team and thousands of richly-coloured fabrics in an array of materials, from silk and velvet to linen - some so soft to the touch, that I could have happily laid down on one and had a little snooze. I'd woken up at 5am for the flight after all. Next we drove over to the <a href="http://www.triennale.org/en/exhibitions/next/3798-arts-a-foods-en#.VYPu0WSqqko" target="_blank">Arts & Food Triennale</a> to peruse the vast exhibition dedicated to food and art through the ages that showcases everything from kitchen design, cutlery and ceramics to how food is portrayed or used in modern art. If you're a big foodie, this is a good one to add to your bucket list.</div>
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This was followed by lunch in the terrace restaurant on the roof of the building, which had launched when the exhibition opened this year. Lovely and airy, with a view over the gardens and Milan's financial district beyond, it was the perfect place to take a lunchtime pause before we ventured on to our next destination. </div>
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After lunch we visited <a href="http://www.visitfai.it/villanecchi" target="_blank">Villa Necchi</a>. If you've watched the film, <a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1226236/" target="_blank">I Am Love </a>starring Tilda Swinton (in which she plays a Russian, married to a Milanese), you'll recognise the interior, as it's the house where the family lives. An incredibly-designed space - the architect, Piero Portaluppi was given free reign and an unlimited budget - it was originally owned by one of Milan's wealthiest families, who made their fortune by creating the Necchi sewing machine. It's one of the most beautifully designed and furnished villas I've ever had the pleasure of visiting. To say I was excited to see it, was an understatement. I would happily have stayed there all day snapping away, and probably done my best to lock myself in and never leave had we not had a guide. The interior is what you might expect (and more) from an Italian villa built in the 1930s in the art-deco style. Marble is in abundance - all the bathrooms are furnished from floor to ceiling in the opulent material, either in blue, green, pink or black. The staircase is made from walnut, there are wooden floors, marble fireplaces, ornately-carved doors and the furnishings are equally luxurious. My favourite being the green velvet sofas in one of the living spaces, which has a huge corner window that looks out into the trees and garden, so that the outside feels part of the space. The villa was the location used for Dedar's most recent collection campaign, hence our visit and I could see just how well Dedar's fabrics suited the villa's interior style. Heaven. </div>
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After dragging myself away - I was of course the last to leave, literally running after the group - we drove over to the new <a href="http://www.fondazioneprada.org/visit/visit-milan/?lang=en" target="_blank">Fondazione Prada</a>. Another feast for the eyes, the new foundation has been built in an old distillery, with warehouses renovated into large gallery spaces by the architecture firm OMA, led by Rem Koolhaas. It's a modern space that reveals its historical roots - old buildings have been given a new life, with mirrored walls and one of the buildings has been painted entirely in gold. [You can see me posing against its wall <a href="https://instagram.com/p/3v4tUzLu3w/?taken-by=ruerodier" target="_blank">here</a>]. The foundation is currently showing a range of contemporary artists, including Louise Bourgeois. If you're an art fan and find yourself in Milan, this is a must-see. </div>
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By the end of the day, my head was literally buzzing with visual and inspiration overload. So an hour's car ride to our hotel in Lake Como was a welcome relief. But of course more beauty was waiting. We checked into the <a href="http://www.hotelvillaflori.com/" target="_blank">Hotel Villa Flori</a>, right on the bank of the Lake, so that when I opened my doors onto the balcony I could have jumped into the water. [See the view on my Instagram <a href="https://instagram.com/p/3vn4wnLu0w/?taken-by=ruerodier" target="_blank">here</a>]. I quickly changed and met the rest of the group, including the Dedar's two owners Caterina and Rafaelle Fabrizio for a drink on the bar's terrace. After a full day of sightseeing it was time for the classically Italian drink, Apero Spritz. Drinks were followed by dinner in a nearby restaurant, again with magnificent views of the lake. After eating and drinking a little more than my fill, I woke up fuzzy-headed the next day, but luckily it was a much more calm and relaxed itinerary - we visited the company's offices and then the factory to see how all the fabrics are made before heading to the airport to fly home. </div>
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A week ago I was lucky enough to be invited along to the #emptygarnier event at the <a href="https://www.operadeparis.fr/en/" target="_blank">Opera de Paris' Palais Garnier</a>, to experience the beautifully ornate 19th century building and get a behind the scenes look at its incredible space. Before it officially opened its doors in the morning for tourists, a small number of us (including the lovely people over at Instagram), were able to explore the stage (much larger than I thought it was), the basement where large cogs work the scenery, walk on the roof to take in the breathtaking view of Paris (without toppling off) and watch a ballet class. It was a magical experience and as someone who spent many years dancing ballet, it's one I won't forget in a hurry. The only downside is, I won't ever settle for cheap theatre seats again! And top it off, I was also included in a lovely <a href="http://www.lefigaro.fr/musique/2015/06/07/03006-20150607ARTFIG00175-petits-rats-de-la-photo.php" target="_blank">article in last Monday's le Figaro</a> about the event. </div>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11831211468077370701noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3581965588866298082.post-75614216914114738012015-06-02T12:38:00.002+02:002015-06-02T12:38:34.634+02:00O Coffeeshop <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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As you may know by now, I'm a sucker for a good looking coffee. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/O-coffeeshop/899618906724142" target="_blank">O Coffeeshop</a> - a pop-up cafe on rue du Sentier in the 2ème that's open every morning from 7:30 to 11:30am - ticks all the boxes. Not only is the coffee good and the latte art spot on (as is the toasted banana bread), but the interior surroundings are also beautiful. O Coffeeshop has parked its coffee cart in the dark and moody space of La Conserverie, a speakeasy-style cocktail bar that's been decked out in rich marine blues and forest greens - colours I couldn't help but capture, when I visited the space with <a href="http://www.sliceofpai.com/" target="_blank">Joann</a> of <a href="http://www.acornmag.com/" target="_blank">Acorn magazine</a> last week. </div>
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O Coffeeshop at La Conserverie<br />
37 rue du Sentir<br />
Monday - Friday, 7:30-11:30am<br />
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In my endless quest for better living, one of the things I'm constantly, almost stubbornly aiming to improve are my green fingers. Despite my love of flowers and all things green, this skill unfortunately does not come naturally. Over the years I've killed bonsai trees (remember when those were trendy?), numerous orchids, potted herbs (most recently mint and basil) and even cacti, and the now fashionable succulents, which are notoriously easy to care for. I've put it down to the fact that unlike pets they don't wind around my legs and make noises when they're hungry. But I'm persevering, as I think no home is really complete without some plant life. </div>
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So this weekend, I replaced the dead basil and mint with sweet-smelling, lusciously green pots and bought two beautiful pink hydrangea plants from the <a href="http://www.timeout.com/paris/en/shopping/marche-bastille" target="_blank">market</a> (not usually a colour I'd go for, but they were almost grinning at me in the sun), to pot in the balcony boxes that have been sat sad and empty since we moved into the apartment last September. I got out my little trowel, laid magazine paper down on the wooden floors and began throwing soil into the boxes, I even repotted the aloe vera plant, the one plant (besides a coffee plant that the boy has been tending to and somehow kept alive for the past 2 years) that appears to be thriving, and which has begun to sprout uncontrollably, along with two or three little offshoots. And I'm quite pleased with my handy work, I'm even keeping an eye on them, noticing when they wilt a little as a sign that they need water. When speaking to my mum Sunday night, who is naturally green-fingered, boasting how her garden is in full bloom, she suggested I talked to them. I'm not sure I'll be going quite that far - again unlike animals, there's no noise of reciprocation, but I am trying to keep a beady eye on them. Are you good with plants? </div>
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In other news, the brilliant <a href="http://domino.com/" target="_blank">Domino Magazine</a> featured my workspace on their site over the weekend, you can read about my desk essentials <a href="http://domino.com/deskside-confidential-with-marissa-cox" target="_blank">here</a>. We tried the delicious (but pricey) <a href="http://lapulperiaparis.fr/en" target="_blank">Pulperia</a> on Friday night - an Argentinian restaurant that serves some of the best pork I've ever tasted, along with huge cuts of Argentinian beef, good if you're a serious carnivore. I also lunched at <a href="http://lefooding.com/en/restaurants/restaurant-clamato-paris" target="_blank">Clamato</a> for the second time in a month (a habit that I don't mind making!) with <a href="https://instagram.com/clerkenwellboyec1" target="_blank">Clerkenwell Boy </a>- if you're heading to London, make sure you're following him for food tips and restaurant openings. </div>
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I took only a few photos from my trip to Porto this time - you can see more from one of my previous visits <a href="http://ruerodier.blogspot.fr/2014/12/porto.html" target="_blank">here</a>. It was a swift weekend stay and in between family time (my boy is from Porto) and a wedding, there's wasn't much time to do the sightseeing. So I snapped away at some of the pretty tiles, which you can spot all over the city. </div>
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<a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/FLOW-Restaurant-Bar/1454544048110151?sk=info&tab=overview" target="_blank">Flow</a> - new beautifully designed restaurant on the pricier end of the scale, but with good cocktails, seafood and sushi. </div>
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<a href="https://www.facebook.com/patch.porto?fref=nf" target="_blank">Patch</a> - a cute vintage/ concept store selling vintage clothing, trinkets and Portuguese pottery, which we may have bought in bulk! </div>
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<a href="http://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g189180-d5457456-Reviews-Quintal_Bioshop-Porto_Porto_District_Northern_Portugal.html" target="_blank">Quintal Bioshop</a> - bio shop & cafe, with live-in cats</div>
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<a href="https://oportocool.wordpress.com/2013/10/12/liquid-porto/" target="_blank">Lojas Liquid</a> - fresh juice cafe </div>
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