tales of an american wedding planner in paris
Lanvin’s new fresh and flirty fragrance, Marry Me! premiered this week, and promises to be the “it” scent for this fall. One look at their adorable commercial, and I’m guessing that les futures mariées (brides-to-be ) around the world are probably already lining up around the corner. Oh, and for you guys- try slipping a bottle of this into her overnight as you’re trekking across Europe. Can you think of a more perfect way to pop the question?
Your best friend has asked you to stand up in his wedding- in Paris, no less! Both you (and your girlfriend) are thrilled, and dive into your roles as destination wedding guests head first. But what exactly does a wedding in Paris look like- from the guests perspective? A few weeks ago, our clients Michelle and Lindsay played hosts to an intimate group of their nearest and dearest who flew in from Australia for their Parisian wedding celebration- a garden ceremony followed by a cake and champagne reception at their parent’s apartment on the Place des Vosges. Take a look at their big day from a guest’s-eye view, courtesy of One and Only Paris Photography. (p.s.: Félicitations, Michelle and Lindsay!)
wedding and event coordination: parisian events photos © One and Only Paris Photography
wedding and event coordination: parisian events photos © One and Only Paris Photography
wedding and event coordination: parisian events photos © One and Only Paris Photography
wedding and event coordination: parisian events photos © One and Only Paris Photography
wedding and event coordination: parisian events photos © One and Only Paris Photography
wedding and event coordination: parisian events photos © One and Only Paris Photography
I originally posted this a few years back, but a recent string of inquiries has prompted me to repost these resources on where a guy can find a good spa treatment in Paris:
paris spa treatments for men
I received an email the other day from a groom-to-be in the U.S. who was frustrated because he couldn’t find information online about spa treatments for men in Paris. He and his Merry Band of Metrosexuals are foregoing the stereotypical Stag Night in Paris in Pigalle, and have chosen instead to spend the day before his Parisian wedding getting primped and pampered. His future bride is understandably ecstatic… Having had the pleasure of witnessing those bands of drunken bachelors first-hand when I lived near Pigalle in my former life, I sooo appreciate Groom-To-Be’s discretion. So here you go, boys. Kimmy’s just happy to help:
The Four Seasons Hotel: The spa in the Four Seasons George V features a full menu of treatments for men, including the “It’s a Man’s World”, which includes a green tea refresher, facial, herbal deep cleansing back treatment, Swedish massage and a classic manicure or pedicure. Served with green tea.
Institut Marc Delacre: Located on Avenue George V, this was the first institut for hair and beauty treatment in Paris that was conceived entirely for men.
il fait beau, paris
Nickel :This trendy man’s spa in the Marais promises “Serious Skin Care for Men” (wipe that smirk off of your face, this instant!)
Il Fait Beau: Also located in the Marais, Il Fait Beau offers massages, laser hair removal, mani-pedis, and teeth whitening to help keep beautiful men looking their best.
Alain, Maitre Barbier: This is an old-fashioned Parisian barber shop (and museum) where you’ll be treated to a rasoir a l’ancienne with a sharpened straight razor and hot towel treatment. Alain also gives private lessons in the art of shaving…
And for you boys who may not have quite tapped into your inner-Beckham just yet…Here are a few products that can be ordered online for a French spa night chez vous (attention: this idea might not go over so well for your bachelor night, but would be great for a couples night in…)
alain, maitre barbier, paris
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