Now don’t get too excited, we only have time for a quick stop over before we head on to our final destination. We have just enough time to sneak a peek at the windows of the very grand Galeries Lafayette…
One of the most majestic sights to see in Paris at Christmas time, both the Galeries Lafayette and Printemps department stores are lit up in strong competition with their sister la tour eiffel.
(not to ruin the fantasy of our mini trips together but i must be honest and let you know i am showcasing last years windows and not this years – it is actually impossible to be in two countries at once…)
I love this window display…
The detail is extraordinary. And the looseness and wildness of it all I adore. It is a mix of umatchable sophisication in presenting apparel by the top French couturiers, and combining it with ‘stuff’: Peacock feathers in the hair, sand and dirt on the ground, and Mr Spaceman happily perched on such a fine gown, and such an elegant mannequin. And then add another layer of life and you get this piece of pure art…
Live mixed media at it’s finest. Unfortunately I have forgotten the name of the stylist who created these beautiful displays, but if I come across them again I will let you know and no doubt display more of his or her work…
These window displays have been a source of inspiration for me, I hope that you can find something inspiring in them too.
That’s it, we have to dash people! But quick lets cross the road and gaze up under the Printemps avant-toits full of chinese lanterns, and grab a taxi past the sparkling tour eiffel…
Oh but halt! I have a very special secret place to take you before we leave. Now this little gem I’ve been keeping to myself for a long time, but since it is Christmas and it is a time for sharing, let’s say au revoir to the city of lights in style with a glass of Taittinger at my most favourite place in Paris: the Panoramic Bar at the Concorde Lafayette. Enjoy the view…
