Bonjour, dear friends! Let’s take a little respite to indulge in magical moments that lift our spirits, focusing on beauty, joy and the noble spirits of the season. Paris at this festive time is at its most dazzling and I’ve been on a quest to find the prettiest and brightest decor to share with you. Consider this an introduction as I’ve not yet been able to visit all that is on display.
Above and below, the building and window decor at Dior on Rue Saint-Honoré is always among the most lavish and sparkling.
Just across the street, also by Dior, a light-festooned hot air balloon.
Below, the brilliant golden sun shield in front of Louis Vuitton.
Below, this year’s tree at Galeries Lafayette features a spaceman Santa and whimsical characters.
Christmas bears are a recurring theme in Paris and here are several of the best and most charming.
Above, the uniformed bear at the Ritz, and below the twin bears at Village Royale, a peaceful passage of shops and cafes just off Rue Royale. All of the bear installations have been designed for little ones (or playful adults) to sit and have their photo taken.
Above, a favorite florist, Oz Garden in Place Furstemburg, is ready to provide stylish Parisians with fresh trees, garlands and wreaths. Below, fresh trees at Saint-Paul in the Marais.
Below, the elegant windows at Cristophe on Rue Royale.
La Favorite used to be a rather sedate cafe but it’s gotten on the London pink floral trend and is now stopping traffic on Rue de Rivoli (link to fine art print here).
The display windows of each Laduree location embody the enchantment of the holidays, this year’s featuring white peacocks and snowflakes.
Below, the 2021 installation at Le Bon Marche, one of the most famous and glamorous department stores in Paris.
I hope this left you filled with fairy dust and twinkle lights. Join me for Part II of our Paris display adventure here!
With love and all best wishes for the holidays,
G
xx
They are all so beautiful to look at!!! Thank you so much!!!
My pleasure, Pam!!! So pleased that you enjoyed it.
Absolutely stunning! It has always been a dream of mine to visit Paris. I doubt I’ll ever be able to go in person, but your sharing and caring heart brings me so much joy. Thank you for blessing me and Merry Christmas!
Hi Teresa! That’s so kind of you, thank you. I’m very happy to hear that you enjoy the Paris content. It’s wonderful for me to be able to share with you. Travel is uncertain for everyone these days so I’m glad to bring you armchair adventures! Merry Christmas to you, too!
You’ve captured the essence of Paris beautifully. It’s a dream to visit one day. Thank you for bringing a sprinkle of Paris into our lives
I’m really pleased to hear that, Sarah! You’re very welcome and I look forward to the day of your visit here. G
Paris is looking beautiful G! That hot air balloon and the teddy bears are so cute!!!! The florist front store is gorgeous! For La Favorite I have no words! It’s just amazingly beautiful like when I first saw it when you posted it on Instagram!
I can’t wait to see the second part of this Paris display!!!!! 🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸
Hi again! Yes, it really is looking so stunning here. I love the bears, too! And I’m trying to get around to as many florists as possible for part two! xx
Thank you for sharing your beauty filled photographs. We travel with you, giving us joy.
Thank you so much, Karen. It’s entirely my pleasure and I’m so happy to have you along for the experience! Wishing you a most wonderful season. 💕
A pleasure to view these images! Thank you for sharing. Happy Holidays!!
I’m so glad you enjoyed them, Carol! Happy Holidays!
Absolutely stunning, Georgiana! Thank your for sharing the magic of Paris in the holiday season with us!! You´re very generous!
You’re very welcome, Lilian! It’s my pleasure. :)
Thanks for sharing all your beautiful art pieces. Paris is on my bucket list. In the meantime, I am thankful for your postings.
Thank you so much, Sally. It means a lot to me that I can share Paris until you get here yourself! Happy Holidays! G
Your photos always make me smile!! These a just stunning! Thank you for sharing Christmas in Paris. I hope some will be available for purchase. :)
Hi Dina! I’m really happy to hear that they do. And I’m so glad to take you on a journey to Paris. Any of the images are available for purchase. The only one in the shop so far is the pink cafe (click on link) but let me know any others you might be interested in. Happy Holidays! 💕
Thanks You for these beautiful images. They bring back memories of growing up in Stockholm, Sweden where we had a tradition of going out to see the store window displays on the first of advent every Christmas.
I loved seeing these!
Hi Lisbet! Your childhood in Sweden sounds so magical. I’m glad these images bring back happy memories! G
Paris at Christmas! So magical! Thank you so much for sharing all this festive beauty with us. My sister lives in Paris but I always seem to visit her in the Spring or in September (this year it was September) so I never get to see the city all decked out for the holidays. Definitely sets the holiday mood here in sunny California! Although we actually might get rain today : )
Hi Lori! Well, spring and September are certainly among the best times to visit. I do hope you come one year during the holidays as it is such a treat. And I know how celebratory rain is in California! Happy Holidays to you.
G
So enjoyed everyone of these gorgeous pictures! Thank you so much for taking your time to share with us.
Merry Christmas!
Martha
Hi Martha! I’m so glad you enjoyed them. And it’s my pleasure to share. More to come soon!
Merry Christmas to you, too.
My best,
G
Georgianna, thank you so much for the Gorgeous photos. Europe at Xmas is magical. So much fun to see.
Thank you for showing us the beauty in Paris at Christmas. Merry Christmas
It’s my pleasure, Nancy! More to come!
Thank you so much for sharing!
My pleasure, Shelley! More to come in a day or so.