Paris Bound

It's happening, my goodness, it's happening! In just a little over a week, the Hubs, Henry and I will be en route to Paris at last - SQUEE! Originally we'd planned to become francophiles last November in celebration of our baby on the way. But due to unforeseen pregnancy complications, we chose to postpone our trip. Now with our little bundle in tow, we're heading out for a grand European adventure!

So m'dears... Here's our to-do list... Although Henry and I will be first timers, we already know in our hearts... "Paris is always a good idea!"

+ FOOD
Berthillon // Luxury ice cream and sorbet.. Need I say more?!
BigLove // We've heard the pizza is not to miss!

Cafe de Flore // Apparently this little restaurant is one of the oldest coffee houses in Paris and wine on the terrace is simply divine.
Cafe Ineko // Quaint with enough beautiful little dishes and decor to be featured in Vogue?! OKAY...

Claus // Many have claimed this joint offers the best croissants in the city.
East Mamma // For ALL the pasta!

Le Comptoir General // A quintessential french setting for cocktails. Time Out says "FIVE STARS!"
Le Madonnina // One of the Hubs' picks, and supposedly "REAL bomb!"
Le Pain et Des Idees // A fine traditional bakery to eat bread and more.
PaperBoy // Boasting to have one of the best brunches in Paris.
Rose Bakery Tea Room au Le Bon Marche // I'm not always a girl for sweets but the carrot cake is supposedly awe inspiring!
Telescope // Coffee... (!!!)

+ ACTIVITIES
Eiffel Tower // Duhhhh... enough said! And yes, I imagine us taking in the view via picnic!
Louvre // A newbies must see...
Love Lock Bridge // Apparently all the love locks have been removed. Is it worth being a law breaker?
Musee d'Orsay // Set in an old train station, this museum hosts many of the classics.
Musee de l'Orangerie // "The water lilies. American abstract and the last Monet."
Musee des Arts Décoratifs // Sadly we missed the Christian Dior exhibition but the current Hermes exhibition has piqued my interest...
Musee National Picasso // Because Picasso (!!!)
Musee Yves Saint Laurent // A true fashion icon, we must pay our respects in his home city.
Palais-Royal Gardens // A summertime visit means a walk through these gardens is at the top of my list!
Place des Vosges // The oldest planned square in Paris.
Sacre Coeur and Montmarte // A grand church with architectural features like woah.
Sainte- Chapelle // You don't need religion to know this little chapel is tops!
Versailles // Another duhhhh... enough said!
Walks // We're gate checking our umbrella stroller and packing our walking shoes. For starters, I hope to explore the Marias neighborhood also known as the Jewish quarter, the Rue Rambuteau and the youthful and energetic neighborhood of St. Germain...

+ SHOPS/GOODS
Colette // Apparently "the trendiest store in the world!"
Dries Van Noten // To look, not buy - OBVIOUSLY! The online preview? ($$$$$).
Goyard // I love the color play and pattern of their totes. Goyard truly lives colorfully!
Lemaire // French women and menswear that hints at Need Supply's clean and simple style.
Maison de Vacances Home Design // You don't need to speak french to know this home goods shop is all about vacation style.
Merci // A little bit of everything for everyone... home goods, womenswear and menswear.
Petite Bateau // For ALL the basics for Henry's closet!

+ STAY
Hotel Fabric // The Hubs booked this boutique hotel given its central location and room layout that can easily host three!

Our list is sure to grow... Especially as I page through Vanessa Grall's Don't be a Tourist in Paris! But seriously... be a dear and add your additions below!

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