Join Rebecca Devaney and discover the fascinating life of the Grand Dauphin, Louis de France, in a richly immersive exhibition at the Château de Versailles. Featuring nearly 250 works from international collections, the exhibition explores the heir to Louis XIV—celebrated for his education, artistic patronage, and royal splendour—who was destined for the throne but never became king. A must-see for lovers of French history, fashion, and courtly culture.

Step inside the dazzling Du Cœur à la Main: Dolce & Gabbana exhibition at the Grand Palais, an immersive celebration of Italian craftsmanship, couture artistry, and hand-made luxury. Showcasing spectacular pieces from Alta Moda, Alta Sartoria, and Alta Gioielleria, the exhibition reveals the designers’ creative journey from inspiration to finished garment—perfect for lovers of fashion, embroidery, and exceptional savoir-faire.

Hidden in the labyrinth alleys of Paris’ oldest flea-market, charming boutiques are filled with vintage fashions, lace, linen, passementerie, golden threads and gossamer lingerie. The marché-aux-puces has captivated Parisiennes for over a century and it’s thanks to the nocturnal exploits of the mischievous moon fishermen, pêcheurs de lune. 

The term Midinette first appeared during the Belle Époque era and it referred to the young women who worked in the luxury fashion houses of Paris. The Midinettes were mostly from Montmartre and Belleville, the working class areas of Paris and they began their training at 12 or 13 years of age.