A Rare Film of Paris in the 1920s – Then vs. Now!
November 29th, 2016We came across a fascinating film that shows scenes of Paris during the 1920s, and thought it would be fun to see how much the city has transformed since then. As it turns out, not much has changed in 100 years! From the Garnier Opera to waiters’ uniforms, Paris continues to be one of the most beautiful and historic cities on earth! ... Read More
A Quirky Home Décor Boutique in the Heart of the Marais
August 2nd, 2016From antique magnifying glasses to gilded picture frames and taxidermied butterflies, De Bouche à Oreille is a veritable cabinet of curiosities. This small treasure chest of a shop on a quiet street in the Marais district is the perfect place to shop for a truly unique home décor piece that will easily fit in your suitcase! ... Read More
Incredible Photographs of the Paris Floods – 1910 vs. Now
June 6th, 2016On an average Thursday afternoon, Madelyn ventured out towards the riverbanks of the Seine for a casual bike ride, expecting it to be a little wetter than normal – what she found instead was 19 feet of extra water! Click through to see photographs of the Paris flood from this weekend, as well as from the Great Flood of 1910. ... Read More
Finding Hidden Treasure at the Best Parisian Flea Markets!
May 31st, 2016The key to creating a warm, inviting environment is to add just the right amount of antique décor pieces. We feel the combination of modern amenities and old-world details is what defines the Paris Perfect look. Follow Madelyn around the two best flea markets in Paris as she searches for one-of-a-kind treasures to finish off our newest rental properties! ... Read More
Finding the Perfect Parisian Décor for La Place Dauphine
April 11th, 2016Our brand new flagship location, La Place Dauphine, is almost ready for its grand opening. Now that the tricky renovation work is completed, it’s time for the fun part – decorating! Follow along on Paris Perfect founder Maddy’s design journey, from shopping for the perfect chairs to selecting the right finishing touches to achieve that quintessential Paris Perfect look! ... Read More
The Most Delightful Vintage Haberdashery You’ve Ever Seen
October 11th, 2015This charming brand of sewing and embroidery supplies, established over 170 years ago, would have been nonexistent without the revivalist efforts of a woman named Frédérique, the current owner. Thanks to her, an outstanding collection of vintage-style thread, ribbons, buttons and more are at your fingertips – add the Sajou boutique to your Paris shopping list! ... Read More
