Farewell to Fashion Week

Paris (Reuters): In light of the spread of the COVID-19 epidemic worldwide, strong decisions are required to ensure the safety and health of (fashion) houses, their employees and everyone working in our industry, the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode said in a statement.

Above: plastic garbage bags transformed into couture

[My mother used to say, "Even a potato sack looks good on a beautiful girl!" Or something like that]

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Many had been looking forward to this month's menswear collection shows, but alas it was not to be. To my dear friends in the industry who'd planned to be here, but could not, I salute you, and look forward to our next go around. - BPJ 

 

 

Farewell to Venus

Inspired by the Venus de Milo, this multi-sectional bronze sculpture had occupied a spot on rue Jacques Callot since 1993, but no more.

Vénus des Arts - 1992
(Venus of the Arts)

Arman

Bread and flowers

There are mornings where you wake up feeling absolutely amazing. It's a gorgeous day, you're up and out early (you leave him sleeping), and when you step inside your corner boulangerie, flowers - ok these were not real - are on the counter. Today is that kind of morning.

Have a super weekend... BPJ

Terrace turf

On rue des Abbesses, Montmartre

Cafés, restaurants and bars, with new permits to expand onto sidewalk and even street spaces as never before, have become laid-back second homes, with no pressure to pay and leave - one of France's most cherished cultural perks.

 

Paris it's nice to see you

Paris' sidewalk terraces seem to be hopping like never before. With many safety rules relaxed but still in place, locals venture out to enjoy the fruits of being extra careful - while it lasts. 

Tomorrow:

Montmartre cafés become home away from home

Panoramic

Exhilarating view from the panoramic terrace atop the Musée Guimet.

 

🎈 Happy Bastille Day 🎈

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 Don't miss:

Fuji Land of Snow
July 15 - October 12, 2020

Guimet Museum of Asian Art
Musée national des arts asiatiques Guimet
6, place d’Iéna 75116

A midsummer meal

Arriving early to a favorite place in my former "hood" for a fantastic and varied spread.

Maison Sauvage

5 Rue de Buci 75006

Photos in September newsletter