MY LOVE AFFAIR WITH PARIS ROOFS...
- By: Catherine - Lifestyle
- Monday, 11 December 2023
- In: Vip & Testimonies
My friend Barbara came to Paris thirty years ago… Passionate about French Art de Vivre, the City of Light continues to fascinate her and gives her each single days energy and renew for her job. In fact, Through her company Sensi, Barbara offers managers of multinational companies the opportunity to try their hand at an artistic experience to develop their personal creativity in order to enhance their business performances. She is a true Parisian, she loves Paris and its magic roofs, the changing colors, the textures and the creative harmony of the city. I asked her to describe her “love affair” with Parisian roof…
“I love Paris at all seasons! But mostly Paris roofs in the autumn. I like to look out of the window from my fifth floor bedroom, There is a very nice perpective of cascading roofs opening up in front of my eyes. It reminds me of the feeling you get as a kid discovering the Christmas crêche, you are amazed and enchanted from your sight. When the weather is nice, Lucky me that I can sit on my balcony, in the sun and simply contemplate parisians roofs and chimneys.
The morning sunlight reflects on the tin roofs as a smooth caress, I can see some smoke coming out of a chimney, I imagine a nice couple, playing with each others hands, sipping some bordeaux wine while listening to Gainsbourg, ‘la javanaise’...I can see a window slightly open with some shirts hanging outside, giving some colors to the city and movement as Calders’ mobiles...now there is cat´s silhouette inside the other window moving its tail in a nonchalant´s way, just as a Parisian Babe. How funny to see a small wild plant coming out from another chimney, must have been some seed that found a cosy nest to give birth, lucky plant, can even see a better view than me from up there! What a Sky today, clear with just few clouds designing some calligraphic mysterious messages to me: ‘Goodmorning Paris! How beautiful you are this mornîng”. ‘
Barbara Albasio - http://www.sensi-ateliers.com/
© Picture Barbara Albasio “dressy roof”
PODCAST SOPHIE’S CAT: CONVERSATION WITH Axelle Bonamy founder of Ma Bonne Amie fashion rental service
- By: Béatrice - Cooking
- Wednesday, 17 July 2019
- In: Vip & Testimonies
In today’s episode, Axelle Bonamy the founder of Ma Bonne Amie, the most famous designer rental company in Paris, is sharing with us interesting topics about the new way of consuming fashion? “Today with the rise of environmental issues the concept of Ma Bonne Amie is particularly economical, ecological and definitely contemporary”. At Ma Bonne Amie showroom the Parisian women, and not only, come to rent haute couture and designer dresses for gala evenings or private soirées. “Wearing the perfect dress for an event is also gain in self-confidence, ease and assertive femininity”.
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INTERVIEW: RICHARD ORLINSKI, THE BEST SELLING FRENCH CONTEMPORARY ARTIST IN THE WORLD!
- By: Catherine - Lifestyle
- Wednesday, 20 December 2023
- In: Vip & Testimonies
His sculptures, designed around the \"Born Wild\" concept, reflect a profound reflection on animal instinct and human nature, in a resolutely modern style that never gives way to trash, extravagance or ephemerality. Richard Orlinski is an eclectic artist, a lover of art in all of its forms, the sculptor shatters conventional notions and does not hesitate to embrace new forms of artistic expression. Driven by a global and universal vision, he is eager to explore different realms such as sculpture, design, music, live shows...
Some of his works are worth millions of euros and stars love it, like Sharon Stone who is one of his clients. But thanks to a partnership with Eurodisney everyone can buy a statue of Orlinski, like the Mickey Wizard sold for less than 49 euros (put in dollars).
Career
in 2005 Richard Orlinski decided to “devote himself fully to art”. Today he is surrounded by more than 200 collaborators! The story began with a red resin crocodile that he chooses to exhibit in Deauville at the “American Film Festival”. From the top of the peaks of Courchevel to television screens, Orlinski takes art where it has never been before, even if that means breaking the rules! Displaying his art in “unusual places and in the open air” very quickly became his trademark. For the celebration of the ninetieth birthday of Mickey, the Disney Studio chooses him for re interpreting the “Mickey Sorcerer’s Apprentice”.
Interview
About your career, you say you used cross roads to achieve success?
Yes, because I was not accepted as I was, I had no choice. It\'s quite complicated to get off the beaten track, you had to break the codes out of obligation at the beginning. On my way, I had to do a lot of work, get involved and face a lot of vexations, but I understood that all this was necessary for my project to mature and for me to be ready too. I wasted a lot of time getting to this point.
You have a very characteristic style, how did you define this style?
I am looking for an immediate reading and emotion of the work. You don\'t have to worry about understanding a work. In fact, what I like is that my sculptures can please children first. Children are cash is the least corrupt public that exists.
You are the best-selling French artist in the world but you stay away from the art world?
If I am not admitted to the great art world, it doesn\'t matter. If five out of every 100 people do not adhere to my work, it does not matter. I would rather please as many people as possible than work for an elite.
Your sculptures are for everyone with affordable sculptures, like the magician Mickey?
Yes, thanks to the partnership with Disneyland Paris everyone can buy a statue of Orlinski. It is an outcome. For me it is a consecration. The Mickey Wizard, for example, is sold for 49 euros.
Richard, can you describe yourself?
I\'m an atypical person who breaks codes. For me, art is something universal and we can build bridges between all art forms. I am in favour of sharing, for teamwork, values that are not necessarily in tune with the times. I like freedom, being able to do what I want and having the means to do it. It\'s extremely complicated to get! I am satisfied with very simple things, I do a lot of work in children\'s hospitals by organizing workshops. These exchanges with these little ones are beautiful, and it\'s better than any gift for me.
And what about you as a child, what did you want to become?
As a child, I wanted to be a veterinarian to care for animals but I also had artistic desires. Today I sculpt crocodiles and \"King Kong\" in precious materials and in pop colors! But I was also attracted to cinema and music.
Can you describe your world, where you live?
In my apartment, which is based on Haussmann style, I have combined classicism and modernity. My interior is above all an experimental living space for my creations. In addition to sunlight, I need artificial light: the ceiling is a starry sky of small spots with white lights that captures the color of the object well. I\'m against the current trend of advocating dimmed lighting!
Copyright all photo: Richard Orlinski
PODCAST SOPHIE’S CAT : Conversation with Michel Turpin Director of the Grande Épicerie de Paris
- By: Catherine - Lifestyle
- Friday, 19 April 2019
- In: Vip & Testimonies
In today’s episode, Michel Turpin takes us behind the scenes at "La Grande Épicerie de Paris" the largest and most luxurious grocery stores in the capital, the jewels of the "Bon Marché" group, a subsidiary of LVMH. Monsieur Turpin, director of this prestigious grocery chain, explains how "La Grande Épicerie de Paris" became so successful and how with its amazing products and beautiful mise en scène they attract gourmet Parisians, fascinated tourists and celebrities who frequent these stores for their quality and very chic shopping. Michel Turpin shares with us an interesting observation: how the Parisian woman makes her food purchases compared to foreigners, her habits and what it eating well means for her... Listen carefully and you will likely discover the secret as to how the Parisian woman is both ‘gourmande’(resourceful) and slim!
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The story of the Parisian and exclusive Studio Harcourt
- By: Catherine - Lifestyle
- Friday, 01 March 2019
- In: Vip & Testimonies
For more than 80 years, the Harcourt Paris signature has been synonymous with an exclusive and timeless experience. It draws inspiration from its glamorous roots in black-and-white cinema… Studio Harcourt is a photography studio that has been offering the world a unique experience beyond portraits since 1934. Having a photo taken at Harcourt in 2019 costs about 2.000 Euros.
Karl Lagerfeld dead aged 85 – He used to say "WHAT I LOVE BEST IN LIFE IS NEW STARTS" WHY DO WE LOVED him SO MUCH!
- By: Charlotte - Style & fashion
- Tuesday, 19 February 2019
- In: Vip & Testimonies
Karl Lagerfeld is by far the most famous fashion icon in the world. As a designer, photographer and artist, he is known for his bold designs and constant reinvention.
SOPHIE’S CAT, THE SOPHISTICATED PODCAST OF SOPHIE THE PARISIAN: TODAY CONVERSATION WITH THE CHEF ALAIN PASSARD
- By: Catherine - Lifestyle
- Thursday, 30 November 2023
- In: Vip & Testimonies
In today’s episode, Chef Alain Passard is going to share with us five main topics about French gastronomy and the eating style of Parisian women. Passard became famous thanks to the extraordinarily artistic way he works with raw ingredients, which has led him to create his menus according to the seasons and his \"gardens\" located in three different climatic regions of France.
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ERIC BOMBARD, IL RE DEL CACHEMIRE FRANCESE
- By: Maxime - Art & Culture
- Monday, 21 January 2019
- In: Vip & Testimonies
Se non vi è mai capitata una cosa del genere, non potete sapere ciò che si prova. Sono mesi che faccio la corte a una ragazza molto carina, intelligente, simpatica, elegante e con altre decine di virtù che non starò qui ad elencarvi. Dopo avere rifiutato inviti a cene, pranzi, anteprime cinematografiche, concerti classici, jazz, pop, ecc., l’altro ieri accetta di uscire con me per assistere ad uno spettacolo di pattinaggio artistico sul ghiaccio, una versione un po’ riadattata della celebre favola di Cenerentola.
SOPHIE’S CAT, THE SOPHISTICATED PODCAST OF SOPHIE THE PARISIAN: TODAY CONVERSATION WITH RICHARD ORLINSKI
- By: Maxime - Art & Culture
- Tuesday, 15 January 2019
- In: Vip & Testimonies
Welcome to SOPHIE’S CAT, a sophisticated podcast for Paris lovers! Inspired by her lifestyle blog, Sophie the Parisian shares with listeners interesting conversations with famous Parisian chefs, designers, stylists… all in love with the Ville Lumière. A podcast dedicated to all women who recognize Paris as a center of beauty and Parisian woman as role models for elegant fashion and superb style. Tune in now !
LOVING PARIS… BY HERB AND ROSE, HABITUÉS OR THE CITY OF LIGHT!
- By: Brigitte - Social circles
- Sunday, 13 January 2019
- In: Vip & Testimonies
How can I thank you, all of you who were able to understand the immense grief of the French people after the attacks in Paris, showing us your support and your amazing love of Paris by the countless messages sent. During these horrible days in January, I was in New York visiting the 9/11 Memorial and new museum devoted to the intolerable attack in 2011. While my first reaction was sadness, I was gradually comforted by my admiration for these incredible tokens of love and solidarity that arrived from all over the world, often from strangers, distant relatives and from artists who expressed their grief in their works. My friends from Canada, Rose and Herb come to Paris twice a year for a long three-week stay. Their love affair with Paris has lasted for more than 20 years and the City of Light, continues to fascinate them. The way they talk about it is one of the nicest things I’ve read these past weeks…
SIMON PORTE JACQUEMUS : ALREADY A FIRM FASHION FAVOURITE…
- By: Charlotte - Style & fashion
- Friday, 04 January 2019
- In: Vip & Testimonies
Simon Porte Jacquemus started his own label in 2009, aged just 19. Credited with bringing a freshness to Paris’ fashion scene. He treads a neat line between the conceptual and the commercial via twisted and deconstructed shirt dresses, asymmetric blazers and statement blouses. His poetic approach to presentations, cinematic campaigns and noted Instagram presence have made him a force to be reckoned with.
DANIELA FORCELLA: “A PARIGI, MI SENTO ARTISTA DELLA RIVE GAUCHE MA DONNA DELLA RIVE DROITE”… RITRATTO DI UN’ARTISTA DEL XXI SECOLO, EREDE DELLA POP ART E DELL’ART NOUVEAU
- By: Maxime - Art & Culture
- Monday, 26 November 2018
- In: Vip & Testimonies
In effetti, il successo della Pop Art e degli artisti della Belle Époque austriaca in questo momento fanno di Daniela Forcella un’artista estremamente in sintonia con il tempo e con la nostra esigenza di semplificazione, di concretezza, con rispetto dell’immaginario… Con un passato da collezionista, Daniela Forcella forma e perfeziona il proprio stile presso l’Accademia di Belle Arti a Milano, esprimendo fin da subito una forte inclinazione verso la Pop Art ed in particolare verso il tema della ripetizione. Oggi, alcune delle sue opere fanno parte di collezioni private in Italia e all’estero.
CAROLE BOUQUET: REAL CLASS A LA FRANÇAISE!
- By: Brigitte - Social circles
- Monday, 12 November 2018
- In: Vip & Testimonies
Carole Bouquet is a French movie star. She worked with the most famous directors. She became world famous with her role as a James Bond girl with Roger Moore in “For your eyes only”. Now 61, Carole Bouquet is still incredibly beautiful and hasn’t lost an ounce of her charm and unequalled allure. Nothing seems to tarnish her complexion. She claims that it’s better to try and overcome your age rather than try and hide it…
Life & Style Tips from a Parisian Woman by Shannon Ables. Blog « The Simply Luxurious Life »
- By: Charlotte - Style & fashion
- Thursday, 08 November 2018
- In: Vip & Testimonies
“Becoming Parisian is possible, but remaining Parisian is an art” said Nathalie Peigney, author of « Sophie the Parisian: Style Tips from a True Parisian Woman ». To spend time in Paris is to spend time in a city with a feminine energy. Simply the proper article spoken when saying the city of Paris is la ville de Paris. But what exactly does that mean?
EDITH PIAF: “NO, I DON’T REGRET ANYTHING” …
- By: Brigitte - Social circles
- Wednesday, 07 November 2018
- In: Vip & Testimonies
Edith Piaf’s songs and singing style seemed to reflect the tragedies of her own difficult life. According to her love letters published in France, it appears that she regretted many things: the great diva craved a “normal life, with children, pretty curtains and a husband”. The French cabaret singer, songwriter and actress is still considered as one of the greatest performers of the 20th century. Let’s have a look to her amazing personality and life.
NEW YORK RIZZOLI: LET’S TALK FRENCH STYLE AND PARISIAN ART DE VIVRE
- By: Catherine - Lifestyle
- Monday, 05 November 2018
- In: Vip & Testimonies
Rizzoli New York, conversation between Nathalie Peigney, Author of “Sophie the Parisian: Style Tips from a True Parisian Woman” and Jessica Matlin, Beauty Director Harper’s Bazaar. 20 questions to discover the secrets of Parisian charm…
Alessandra Ceriani ha lavorato per Chanel Beauty, per Vogue Sposa e ora ha illustrato il libro Sophie la Parigina di Nathalie Peigney. Ci parla di Parigi e dello charme parigino
- By: Marion & Nicole - Design
- Friday, 17 August 2018
- In: Vip & Testimonies
Alessandra Ceriani ha realizzato le illustrazioni del libro “Sophie la Parigina, 103 cose per essere come lei” di Nathalie Peigney (Rizzoli). Le sue realizzazioni sono cosi vicine allo stile della parigina che abbiamo voluto saperne un po’ di più sulle sue fonti di ispirazione e sul suo legame con la Ville Lumière…
SOPHIE LA PARIGINA: UNA GUIDA DI STILE MODERNA SU PARIGI PUBBLICATA DA RIZZOLI
- By: Catherine - Lifestyle
- Monday, 23 July 2018
- In: Vip & Testimonies
Nata dal successo internazionale della prima edizione, auto-pubblicata in tre lingue, da Nathalie Peigney, questa lussuosa edizione aggiornata è illustrata dai disegni di Alessandra Ceriani, completata da un elenco degli indirizzi preferiti dalla parigina e arricchita di ricette gastronomiche. Un libro da regalare assolutamente…
MARION COTILLARD: WHO IS THE PARISIAN ACTRESS EVERYONE IS TALKING ABOUT?
- By: Brigitte - Social circles
- Sunday, 15 July 2018
- In: Vip & Testimonies
Marion Cotillard was named "The most bankable French actress of the 21st century" in 2014, with her films amassing more than 37 million ticket sales in France between 2001 and 2014. Born in Paris in 1975, she appeared in a number of French and American films before landing her starring role as Edith Piaf in the film La Vie en Rose. She won an Academy Oscar Award for the performance. But who is Marion and why does she choose not call herself a feminist?
FRIENDSHIP IN PARIS...
- By: Maxime - Art & Culture
- Thursday, 05 July 2018
- In: Vip & Testimonies
You should not be surprised if everyone in Paris addresses you formally with "vous". Would you like to get familiar, enter a little trust, or try to melt the ice of the first meeting but find there is no way? The more you try to address them informally with a "toi", the more they insist on addressing you with "vous". It is difficult to explain, but it is as it is...
Alessandra Ceriani ha lavorato per Chanel Beauty, per Vogue Sposa e ora ha illustrato il libro Sophie la Parigina di Nathalie Peigney. Ci parla di Parigi e dello charme parigino
- By: Marion & Nicole - Design
- Friday, 25 May 2018
- In: Vip & Testimonies
Alessandra Ceriani ha realizzato le illustrazioni del libro “Sophie la Parigina, 103 cose per essere come lei” di Nathalie Peigney (Rizzoli). Le sue realizzazioni sono cosi vicine allo stile della parigina che abbiamo voluto saperne un po’ di più sulle sue fonti di ispirazione e sul suo legame con la Ville Lumière…
RECENSIONE DI DANIELE RENZONI: “LE PARIGINE SONO INSPIEGABILI”, SOSTENEVA HONORE DE BALZAC. NATHALIE PEIGNEY SI INCARICA DI SVELARE NEL SUO LIBRO I LORO SEGRETI…
- By: Catherine - Lifestyle
- Thursday, 10 May 2018
- In: Vip & Testimonies
Roma, 8 maggio. Presentazione del libro “Sophie la Parigina, 103 cose da sapere per essere come lei” (Rizzoli) alla Feltrinelli Red di Roma. Il giornalista Daniele Renzoni, corrispondente della Rai a Parigi (2001 al 2006) ha presentato il libro insieme all’autrice Nathalie Peigney. Una “serata disinvolta, moderna ed elegante” in una delle librerie più gourmet di Roma. Ecco la recensione di Daniele Renzoni sul libro e la vita parigina…
“IO SONO INNAMORATO DI PARIGI”: ECCO COME ERNESTO MAURI PARLA DEL SUO LEGAME SPECIALE CON LA VILLE LUMIÈRE
- By: Brigitte - Social circles
- Monday, 16 April 2018
- In: Vip & Testimonies
Nominato Cavaliere dell’Ordine delle Arti e delle Lettere dal Ministro francese della Cultura, è inutile dire che Ernesto Mauri conosce Parigi forse meglio di un parigino! Amministratore Delegato del Gruppo Mondadori ha vissuto per sei anni a Parigi e la frequenta regolarmente da oltre quarant’anni sia per motivi affettivi che professionali. Parla della Ville Lumière come un vero innamorato: la magia opera sempre, Parigi e la vita parigina l’hanno davvero conquistato…
STÉPHANE AUDRAN, UNA DONNA LIBERA E INDIPENDENTE NEL CINEMA E NELLA VITA
- By: Brigitte - Social circles
- Thursday, 29 March 2018
- In: Vip & Testimonies
L’attrice Stéphane Audran, figura chiave del cinema francese ed ex-moglie di Claude Chabrol, ci ha lasciato. Molti i registi innamorati di lei, Claude Chabrol l’ha sposata e ne ha fatto la sua musa.
SOPHIE LA PARIGINA: UNA GUIDA DI STILE MODERNA SU PARIGI PUBBLICATA DA RIZZOLI
- By: Catherine - Lifestyle
- Thursday, 22 March 2018
- In: Vip & Testimonies
Nata dal successo internazionale della prima edizione, auto-pubblicata in tre lingue, da Nathalie Peigney, questa lussuosa edizione aggiornata è illustrata dai disegni di Alessandra Ceriani, completata da un elenco degli indirizzi preferiti dalla parigina e arricchita di ricette gastronomiche. Un libro da regalare assolutamente…
RITRATTO DI UNA PARIGINA VERA: ALINE CRISTIANI GENERAL MANAGER L’OREAL COSMETIQUE ACTIVE FRANCIA, CI PARLA DELLA PARIGI CHE AMA
- By: Chantal - Children
- Tuesday, 13 March 2018
- In: Vip & Testimonies
Essere parigina, Vuol dire anzitutto essere e sentirsi libere: di pensare quello che vogliamo, di poterlo esprimere, di potersi vestire come ci pare e di vivere la propria bellezza, la propria femminilità come la sentiamo… e tutto ciò malgrado le responsabilità, le regole sociali o le origini. Vuol dire essere quel che abbiamo voglia di essere, anche se il prezzo da pagare è alto: in termini di energia, è una spesa pazzesca…
LA PARIGINA VISTA DA UN UOMO: PIERRE FARGE, AVVOCATO A PARIGI
- By: Brigitte - Social circles
- Wednesday, 21 February 2018
- In: Vip & Testimonies
Appassionato d’arte, pilota di aerei e praticante di meditazione, Pierre Farge è vissuto a lungo in Argentina, negli Stati Uniti e in Italia. Ha gentilmente risposto alle nostre domande nel suo studio parigino del Trocadero. Per lui, la parigina è eterna, e assomiglia a quella meravigliosa giovane donna disegnata dal suo amico Kiraz…
RITRATTO DI UNA PARIGINA VERA: BARBARA ALBASIO Creative Influencer per leaders & managers
- By: Maxime - Art & Culture
- Saturday, 10 February 2018
- In: Vip & Testimonies
Nata a Milano, Barbara Albasio è sbarcata a Parigi trent’anni fa per motivi di studio... Oggi è una parigina a tutti gli effetti, una combinazione perfetta di eleganza, di bohème e di naturalezza. Una donna svelta e raffinata che passa in un attimo, scoppiando allegramente a ridere, dalla serietà alla leggerezza. Insomma, una parigina modello! Appassionata dell’art-de-vivre alla francese, la Ville Lumière continua ad affascinarla e ad infonderle ogni giorno un’energia nuova. Adoro il modo con cui descrive la sua “storia d’amore” con Parigi…
IL RINASCIMENTO DI PARIGI… DA MASSIMO NAVA, Editorialista del “Corriere della Sera” da Parigi
- By: Maxime - Art & Culture
- Thursday, 08 February 2018
- In: Vip & Testimonies
Massimo Nava divide la sua vita tra Milano e Parigi e nessuno meglio di lui ci potrebbe parlare della Parigi di oggi… Editorialista del “Corriere della Sera” da Parigi, Massimo Nava è stato inviato internazionale e corrispondente di guerra e autore di numerosi saggi. Dal 2009 ci offre quasi ogni anno un magnifico romanzo. Dopo il successo di Infinito amore, la passione segreta di Napoleone, Massimo ci offre un giallo appassionante: Il mercante di quadri scomparsi, appena uscito in Francia sotto il titolo Le nu au coussin bleu. Massimo, ci potrebbe parlare della Parigi di oggi? …
Paris seen by the french top artist Michel Jouenne
- By: Maxime - Art & Culture
- Tuesday, 23 December 2014
- In: Vip & Testimonies
A meeting or interview with Michel Jouenne, one of the most prolific and gifted of his generation of French artists, is always a great moment, an honor and an immense pleasure. Indeed, this artist, who no longer needs any presentation, being so well known and recognized, among the panorama of contemporary artists, adds passion and color to each of his statements. For him, a landscape is like a woman to win over: you have to know how to surprise it, steal its ephemeral vision, a fleeting emotion, in order to be able to convey its soul on the canvas….
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Edita da RIZZOLI, Sophie la Parigina è una guida di stile moderna su PARIGI. Illustrata dai disegni di Alessandra Ceriani, completata da un elenco degli indirizzi preferiti dalla parigina e arricchita di ricette gastronomiche.
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Published by RIZZOLI New York, Sophie the Parisian'sis a modern life style guide about PARIS. Illustrated with color drawings, complemented by a list of Parisians' favorite locations and enriched with gastronomic recipes.