How to Be Parisian Wherever You Are: Love, Style, and Bad Habits

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In short, you’re not a slave to the cult of the perfect body—so learn to make the best of what nature gave you.” Parisians are known for investing in high-quality pieces and well-crafted staples. They often pair accessibly-priced pieces from the high street with designer staples that have the ability to elevate any outfit. So their simple jeans, white T-shirts, and button-down shirts never have to work hard since their outerwear, shoes, and handbags do all the talking for them. The Théâtre des Nouveautés has built up a lasting reputation since its foundation in 1827. From its start, the venue has been known for its light comedies and vaudevilles, and has kept this tradition ongoing for nearly two centuries, despite having to change its location a few times. In fact, the history of the Théâtre des Nouveautés is truly a history of a theatre that just wouldn't give up, facing various closures and location changes due to heavy competition, destructive fires, and the changing cityscape. Despite all these changes, the theatre was able to make a name for itself as one of the leading Parisian venues, and many famous playrights including Georges Feydeau started their careers with debuts on its stage. Olivier Giraud Yeah. In Paris, a lot of people like going shopping on Saturday. And the service is like it is in restaurants. It’s funny. You know, if you go to America: Hey welcome to H&M, welcome. My name is Tracy.’ They’re very nice. In Paris, it’s different I mean, you, you get in, you don’t have to smile, you know, you look for what you want, and then you leave. It’s kind of different.

This is a book that makes you feel like you are in a café, warming your soul with a coffee and good friends. There are no hard truths, except maybe that Paris women believe motherhood does not mean the end of nights out with friends and parties. Is this book something that would appeal to everyone? I'm not sure, but if you have a thing for French culture, I think you're bound to enjoy it- at least a bit. However, if you've already read similar books, you might find it a bit repetitive. I mean what is else to add when it comes to the topic of French chic? There are hundreds of books written about it.When it comes to Parisians – it’s almost like we think of them as a separate race from the rest of the French, maybe the rest of the world. But what’s myth and what’s reality. Let’s look at some of the cliches starting with the famous arrogance of Parisians. Is that true? Or false? Are Parisians arrogant? Clothing: Sézane, Sandro, Maje, ba&sh, Loulou Studio, Isabel Marant, Rosaé Paris, Chloé, The Frankie Shop, Marie Marot, Figaret, CQFD Paris Sympa is a shortened form of the French word sympathique (which means nice). Parisians love the word because you can appreciate a person or thing without going overboard. Do you like the architecture? It’s nice. Do you like the meal I just spent hours making? It’s nice. Just nice? Yes, just nice. You see, Parisians cannot love anything, that’s so anti-Parisian. How to Be Parisian Wherever You Are: Love, Style, and Bad Habits is a somewhat strange book. It seems to be more decorative than informative - not because it has lots of pictures or a unique design, but because it doesn't exist so much to be read as glanced at and commented on. Almost like carrying Lolita around in the hopes someone will comment and think how cool you are to read Lolita, this book is more about the facade of what it means to be Parisian rather than something more in-depth. Does that make it bad? No, but a bit unfulfilling. The classic Parisian style is exactly as it sounds – rooted in the old-world Parisian style we all know and love. Does it exist? Yes! Even though it tends to be older women who dress in the ‘classic’ style, trust me I see it on the streets all the time!

Printed clothing is kept to a minimum. Floral prints, striped clothing, gingham print, and houndstooth prints are all popular Parisian prints for clothing. The French marinière shirt is a classic striped t-shirt or sweater that many Parisians own. Avoid Logos The one exception to using the metro, if you want to truly act Parisian, is that you cannot get off at touristy stations like Trocadéro, Saint-Michel Notre Dame, or anything Louvre. Besides that, using the metro / RER is a great way to be Parisian for a day. Bonus points if you have a purple Navigo pass and effortlessly swipe past the metro entrance gates, or make a snide comment about the RATP (metro workers).I have to admit that I did not realize this book is really geared to women when I first saw the title. Instead, I thought it would be a view into the culture of Paris and the people who make it unique. The book is actually a collection of items from the four different authors ( Anne Berest, Audrey Diwan, Sophie Mas, and Caroline de Maigret), ranging from lists, to make-up tips, to recipes, to condensed stories. The faubourgs, once looked down upon as too prolo (proletarian), are now considered ultra-hip, with more space at less cost. Janine Marsh Where did Parisians go on holiday? I mean, we read in magazines that Parisians go to ‘Ile de Ré’ or they go to Deauville. Nowhere else in France do they go. Occasionally Provence… Well, I believe that the Parisian allure comes from mystery. You’ll never see a Parisian woman who is too exposed – literally or figuratively. In dress, she’s never wearing a super low-cut skimpy top, and in conversation, she never reveals too much about herself too soon.