French Living, Wherever You Are
Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature about a Vancouver Island road trip: Exploring Victoria, Nanaimo & Tofino. When people hear Vancouver Island, they often picture historic harbours, misty forests, quaint surf towns, and wild beaches… and that is exactly what the island delivers ! So whether you are drawn to the call …
Paris is always a good idea—even more so when the festive season draws nearer and the entire city transforms into a winter wonderland. As soon as the spooky season is over and the weather turns colder, festive decorations and twinkling lights begin to appear throughout the city. A few weeks later, as November ends, Christmas …
Welcome back to The Velvet Runway, and our guide to Mardi Gras Around the World: How Different Cultures Celebrate. Mardi Gras has many names worldwide—Carnival in Italy and Brazil, Fasching in Germany, or Pancake Day in the UK. Whatever the name, it’s all about one last big celebration before the start of Lent. It’s a …
Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature about Black Friday: How to Prepare & Shop the Best Deals, with deals from some of my favorite brands. It’s that time of year when we start talking about and preparing the holiday season, and I am already thinking about decorating the Christmas tree and the …
Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature about Ten Ways to Wear a Belt. Belts are one of the most underrated accessories in a wardrobe. They quietly shape the body, refine an outfit, and bring structure to silhouettes that might otherwise feel loose or unfinished. They’re also one of the easiest and most …
Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature about How to Elevate a Simple Outfit With Texture and Fit. There’s something so wonderful about being able to just get dressed without needing to think it through for ages before you do it, but still walking out of the door feeling (and looking) polished, confident …
Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature about 7 Cultural Activities to Add to Your Thailand Bucket List. Thailand’s beauty goes far beyond its picture-perfect beaches and ornate temples. The real heart of the country reveals itself through its traditions, rituals, flavours, and the warm hospitality woven into everyday life. To truly understand …
Whenever speaking of Paris, the Marais seems to be a word that hangs on everyone’s lips — sounding like a mysterious, trendy and maze-like area. That is exactly what the neighbourhood offers, with cobbled-stoned streets leading to hidden courtyards and secret squares. Because of this, I believe that the Marais truly captures what the city …
Today, I want to share five compelling reasons to wear cashmere, along with expert style tips, care advice, and guidance on choosing sustainably sourced pieces. Some fabrics whisper elegance, and cashmere is one of them. Long before “quiet luxury” became a trend, French women were wearing cashmere sweaters as part of their winter uniform — …
If you are a fan of the festive season, chances are you have already heard of Aachen, the stunning medieval city in western Germany, nestled between the borders of France and Belgium and you may also have heard of the Aachen Christmas Market. For those of you who don’t know the town, imagine a city …
Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature about How to Wear a Bold Print the French Way: Timeless Style Tips. Walk through any market town in Provence in high summer and you’ll see it everywhere — a bold floral skirt paired with a plain linen top, a striped Breton tee under a tailored …
