So how do Parisian women get away with such light maquillage? Their beauty secret, it seems, is skin deep, with the help of regular facials to keep their ‘soin’ in top condition. And the favoured place for facials among those who know is in the legendary Maison de Beute – Carita. »

When you first hear the name ‘La Pâtisserie des Rêves’ you could be forgiven for muttering a cynical ‘yeah right’ under your breath. A dream patisserie? In a city that’s bursting with glorious gateaux, it’s hard to lay claim to such a lofty moniker – but La Pâtisserie des Rêves gives it an awfully... »

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In a city that’s bursting with big names in high-end confectionary, it’s a joy to come across Roy. »

If you're thinking about decorating your pad with Parisian flair, there are many options. And when it comes to choosing art for your walls, there are even more. There are classic oil paintings; modernist compositions; umpteen takes of ‘Le Chat Noir’ – and then there’s By Leon. »

This is Paris Style File - your guide to stylish living in the world’s most stylish city. From fashion to cuisine and everything in between, Paris Style File seeks to discover what gives this city and its citizens that certain je ne sais quoi, while providing visitors and virtual voyeurs with valuable insights... »

Fashion? Design? Cuisine? Lifestyle? When it comes to Paris style, file Hotel de Sers under ‘all of the above’. »