The Paris of Tamara Falcó
"If you are lucky enough to have lived in Paris when you were young, then Paris will accompany you, wherever you go, for the rest of your life" Hemingway wrote in Paris was a party.
Few phrases have impressed me as much as this one, because I lived in Paris for a few years and have returned again and again, so many that I can't even count. I know it like no other city and yes, I know it will be with me for the rest of my life.
has always shown me that It is the only one that keeps its attractiveness and magnetic beauty intact. from the moment you set foot in the airport until you say goodbye with a... see you soon. Paris.
"If you are lucky enough to have lived in Paris when you were young, then Paris will accompany you, wherever you go, for the rest of your life"
Its imposing urbanism, between the majestic neoclassical facades and its Haussmanian boulevards, so well organized, they welcome and welcome you as soon as you arrive.
Mid-nineteenth century, the ambitious plan of Georges Eugène Haussmann, Prime Minister of Napoleon III, to renovate the city and provide it with large avenues, altering half of the layout of the time and demolishing entire neighborhoods, caused great controversy and violent disturbances.
Nevertheless, today nobody questions that the Paris of today is what it is thanks to that titanic work.
Its streets hide an infinity of cafes and restaurants where artists, politicians and writers have argued until dawn his plans to stir the path of destiny.
You always have to go back to Paris
Scenarios (and protagonists) of numerous chapters of history that share arrondissements –Paris is divided into 20 arrondissements or districts– with some of the most famous monuments in the world, the Arc de Triomphe, the Opera... and museums like the Louvre or the Rodin, less known but one of my favorite places in the city. You could spend a lifetime and not discover everything!
That's why I've put together a short list of my must-see stops, my all-time favorites, and my latest discoveries.
Difficult to find in the guides, but which, personally, have helped me to forge a truly Parisian view of life.
A stop at Le Bon Marché?
** LE BON MARCHÉ ** _(24 rue de Sèvres) _
Paris is, without a doubt or competition, the capital of fashion. And there is no better place to see it on display than Le Bon Marché, at 24 rue de Sèvres.
In this space, owned by the group Louis Vuitton , you can find entire collections of the most relevant designers worldwide, presented as works of art.
Although it only serves as inspiration, it is a highly recommended stop to start educating the gaze and get an idea of what is worn, and also how it is worn.
essential too its section for the home, full of all kinds of objects to decorate the table following the canons of what the French call the art of the table (the art of the table) .
Lastly, take a look around the adjacent supermarket , perhaps the most unique place, a space that provides the most elegant Parisians in the area with each and every one of their culinary whims. And yes, in Paris they abound.
Le Bon Marché, at 24 rue de Sèvres
** THE PLUM GUIDE ** _(26 bis Rue Ordener) _
One of the most difficult decisions every time I plan a trip is to choose where I am going to stay. It helps me to remember the famous phrase of Rockefeller: “Location, location, location”.
This time, instead of going to a typical hotel, I decided to try The Plum Guide, a network of luxury apartments offering more space and spaciousness than a hotel, as well as independence.
Quality is guaranteed, as The Plum Guide send their experts to visit the properties in advance and makes sure they are suitable for your list.
Also, a concierge advises you when finding the apartment that best suits your needs.
On this occasion, I decided to go off my beaten path (when I lived here, my neighborhood was the VII arrondissement) and I opted for one of the most Parisian and bohemian areas: Le Marais. My house for a few days thus became an authentic and novel source of inspiration.
The Plum Guide, the luxury apartments that will make you fall in love at first sight
CHRISTOPH ROBIN _(16 rue Bachaumont) _
There is no one who pulls off blonde hair better than Christophe Robin. He who was for many years one of the official colorists of The real he counts among his loyal clients icons like Carla Bruni or the quintessential French blonde, the muse of Belle de Jour, Catherine Deneuve.
The best thing about Christophe is that he makes you feel unique, that is why they turn to him looking for his expertise and savoir-faire clients from all over the world.
In the words of the stylist, "redheads who want to be blondes, blondes who want to be brunettes, brunettes who want to be blondes... but All of them are really looking for a change in their lives”.
Now, Christophe has just opened his new space in the arrondissement II and he's launched a wonderful line of hair products—I love his sea salt scalp scrub—that meet needs that other brands can't meet.
There is no one who achieves the blonde better than Christophe Robin
** DAVID MALLETT ** _(14 rue Notre Dame des Victoires) _
If there is a hairdressing genius in Paris, it is David Mallett. In his living room, the crème de la crème meets, in an atmosphere of jovial and carefree tone that is manifested even in the style of David's assistants, who walk around with their jeans strategically dropped.
Decorated from top to bottom by this Australian genius –yes, the space he designed from scratch, cornices included–, he has conquered the taste of the most demanding Parisians.
According to him, the first time he cut a mane of hair was for a close friend of his, at the age of 17, and it left her really bad, but it was there that he discovered her passion. Since then, David has become the most demanded hairdresser in New York and Paris, where, in addition to his spectacular hairdressing salon, he has a space at the Ritz hotel.
One of his latest creations are his solid gold pins , which some of his clients have asked him to personalize with precious stones.
David Mallett, the most demanded hairdresser in New York and Paris
MAISON SISLEY _(5 avenue de Friedland) _
Sisley is a family business whose products are related to good taste and natural ingredients.
Following these guidelines, its founder, Isabelle d'Ornano, and her daughter, Christine, they created La Maison Sisley. A space in the center where they converge her know-how in cosmetics and her love for art
Entirely decorated by them with works from his personal collection, they wanted to convey to their clients the feeling of feel like in your living room.
Hence, the decoration moves away from the aseptic and you can enjoy a harmonious and unique space where the walls are lined with Cellules wallpaper –created in 1874 by the atelier d’Offard, in Tours–, hand-woven silk rugs in India and India Mahdavi's favorite sofa, the Jetlag model.
The cabin treatment menu is extensive and there are also a “secret” bar with a terrace, designed so that customers can enjoy a menu of fresh and healthy recipes.
Maison Sisley, an oasis of beauty in the heart of Paris
BOBBY _(89 rue Reaumur) _
When you are walking through Paris and you meet Jeanne Ladies (intimate of the designer Jacquemus) you know immediately that you are where you have to be. That is, in the arrondissement II.
Right there she came my chance encounter with Bobby, A few years ago, one day I walked out of vintage stores.
But he was out of luck, he had just found some Dior ready-to-wear dresses with a rather unpleasant smell.
Bobby, vintage heaven
without much hope and by pure chance I entered Bobby. My friend who was with me tried on a jacket... and it turned out to be from Isabel Marant!
Another day at Bobby, my friends and I found ourselves chasing a girl who looked flawless on everything she tried on – that's what effortless chic is all about – and every time she discarded something, we kept it. A vintage store and an authentic Parisian treasure.
"Without much hope and by pure chance I entered Bobby"