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What to Wear in Paris in the Summer
After fourteen summers in Paris, I can tell you that getting dressed here in July is a specific skill — not because the rules are strict, but because the context is particular. The heat is real, the cobblestones are real, and the Parisians around you are wearing something that looks effortless and…
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The French Lingerie Brands Parisians Actually Wear
After fourteen years living in Saint-Germain-des-Prés, I’ve learned that French lingerie brands occupy a different register from the rest of the market — not because of price,…
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11 Affordable French Jewelry Brands Parisians Actually Wear
The year my daughter’s school had a gift-giving occasion for her teacher, I wanted something genuinely French, genuinely beautiful, and under €120. I came home from Le…
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What to Wear to a French Wedding: Dress Code & Outfit Guide
On my way to a friend’s wedding cocktail on Île d’Yeu, all guests had rented bikes to go from one venue to the next. I was wearing…
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What to Pack for Paris in July
Every June, I get some version of the same message from a reader who packed for “summer in Paris” using one list for a ten-day July trip…

















