Lace inspirations on a rainy day

Now and then I like to get lost in the streets of Paris. I believe it's the only way to really feel the city spirit and feel it's heart beat. Even though sky was covered with clouds and rain was just around the corner I have took my umbrella and get out. My feets led me to a nice little jewelry  store in Saint Germain called Baby Budda. I must confess - the store name inspired me to walk in.

This is a little story how I disovered Vanessa Mimran Nessa collection and fell in love with it.

Bracelet Azyiade collection

Neckles Azyiade collection

bracelet Snake collection

ring Tiger collection

ring Tresse collection

Her pieces are delicate like they are made of  lace. They are very feminine and at the same strong. Contrary of what we believe they prove that delicate jeweley can also make a statement. Just look at the tiger ring. 

Vanessa Mimran is the designer to follow and I am sure we will her about her in the near future.

I strongly recomend visiting Baby Budda (68 rue des Saints Pères)  and Nessa website .

Chez Jean

I want to introduce you to one of my favourite spots in Paris.

Chez Jean is just around the corner of my flat so I am visiting it on a daily basis.

Why it is so special?

1.  It is one of the rare places in Paris where you can buy magazines&newspapers&books and grab
    a coffie  at the same time.
2.  Magazine selection is great - you can find everything from Paris Match to Vogue US.
3. Food is delicious! You can eat breakfeast, lunch and dinner there, everything is freshly prepared
   and tasty. I strongly recomend tarte citron meringue..yummy
4. Decor is clean and simple, yet with lots of pop colours that put you in a good mood.
5. People working there are the nicest and always ready to help.

Cité des Arts

Few days ago I have discovered yet another nice place to hang out on lazy summer afternoon.

It’s just right next to Cité international des Arts building (Metro Pont Marie, line 7, Paris) , institution giving shelter to all artist of this world and proposing great music spectacles, exposition etc. The building itself is not too inspiring, however if you continue walking you will find charming rue des Barres. And the magic begins.

It’s a little square between typical Parisian buildings in the marais district and Saint Gervais church. Perfectly situated next to la Seine but hidden from traffic and noise. You will find there nice restaurants where you can have nice meal between friends. I recommend restaurant L'Ebouillanté ( click here for more info) with it’s delicious crepes, salads and white wine. The tables are placed outside on the square so you can enjoy the weather and the view.

What I loved about this place is a feeling of calm and relax. Everyone is friendly, smiley (that is rather rare in Paris I dare to say) and a little artsy. We were seated next to the artist that was drawing some sketches, two Spanish beauties and an older couple that came to Paris to celebrate their 40 wedding anniversary. Cliché? Maybe, but a great one. All this combined with warm light of late afternoon sun and the smell of roses from the church garden made us feel completed and happy.

Perfect late afternoon