Something New From Chanel

Chanel beauty has always been one of my favorites. Then came a sudden allergy to chemicals in cosmetics, skincare, and food about 10 years ago.  I had to give up Chanel skincare (and my favorite wines) as they all had negative effects on my body. So today is exciting! Enter N°1 by Chanel. 

What Is It?

It is an anti-aging line powered by nature, particularly Mademoiselle Chanel's,  favorite flower, the Camellia. Usually depicted in white, but for this new line of clean beauty, it is the red camellia that is the focus.  N°1  is streamline and simple, with a minimum of products. 

N°1 De Chanel Revitalizing Serum

Promises to prevent and correct the appearance of the 5 signs of aging.

Shop It At

Chanel  or Ulta Beauty

N°1 De Chanel

Powder To Foam Cleanser

Upon contact with water, the powder transforms into a rich lather and helps eliminate impurities, leaving skin soft and radiant. Don't you just love an easy way to cleanse?

Shop It At

Channel  Or Ulta Beauty

N°1 De Chanel

Red Camellia Revitalizing Serum-in-Mist

A serum-in-mist designed to be used under or over makeup to refresh the complexion. Skin is left deeply hydrated, with a youthful glow.

Shop It At

Ulta Beauty. Chanel is sold out

N°1 De Chanel Eye Cream

A refreshing gel-cream that moisturizes the delicate eye area for a brighter appearance. 

"Immediately after application, elasticity is restored by 11%. Skin appears 39% more radiant and feels 26% more comfortable. After 1 month, wrinkles around the eyes appear visibly diminished by 32% and dark circles look reduced by 27%"

Shop It At

Chanel. Or Ulta Beauty

N°1 De Chanel 

Lotion Revitalisante

"A lightweight lotion with a fresh texture that refines the look of skin, tightens the appearance of pores and energizes the complexion. After 1 month, wrinkles appear 18% more diminished, pores look 26% more refined and elasticity is restored by 23%. Skin is visibly plump and glows with a youthful radiance." 

Shop It At

Chanel or Ulta Beauty

N°1 De Chanel 

Revitalising Fragrance Mist

This fragrance mist is fresh, sparkling and dynamic. The tone is set from the very first notes of the fragrance; it opens with a fruity (citrus and red berries) flourish of energy that unfurls into a jasmine-rose heart. It sounds so delightful. In fact, it's so good that it is sold out everywhere. 

Read about it at Chanel. 

Ulta Beauty is taking names for when it is back in stock.

N°1 De Chanel

Red Camellia Revitalizing Lip and Cheek Balm

Available is six sexy shades, this is a multi-tasker for lips and cheeks. It is enriched with red camellia oil, and melts right into the skin while plumping lips.

Shop It At 

Chanel   or   Ulta Beauty

N°1 De Chanel

Revitalizing Foundation

This is a buildable foundation with a luminous finish. I have loved every foundation of the brand that I ever tried. Available in 22 shades.

Shop It At

Chanel   or.  Ulta Beauty

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All Things French And Fabulous

Happy Bastille Day to France!

In honor of this special day, I

present a few of my favorite

French things.

Mademoiselle Coco Chanel
I have a small collection of her jewelry,
and they are some of my favorite things.

You can pick up your own vintage
WGACA pieces at Shop Bop

Coco Chanel's Apartment
31 Rue Cambon
Notice the ultra chic Coromandel screens.
More at Habitually Chic

Designer Olivier Gagnère mixes exotic textiles and bold colors in his Left Bank flat.  The French
have a special way of combining colors and
objects nonchalantly, but perfectly.

Elle Decor

Orange Crush: Hermes Birkin Bag

"The bag is a symbol of wealth due to its high price and elusiveness to the public. It was named after actress and singer Jane Birkin, its prices range from $9.000 to $150.000. It is highly coveted and, for several years, was reputed for having a waiting list of up to 6 years; the longest wait for any bag in history."

Even better than a Birkin Bag, the enamel
Hermes Bracelet is always exciting to me.
i have a tiny collection of these, as well.
See the current choices at Hermes

Poires Belle Hélène

This classic French recipe was invented Paris in the 19th century and named after an 

opera by Offenbach.

Recipe Here

I so love French architecture.  Above,
a Rococo folly that  was perfection to
Carolyne Roehm

I remember the first time I saw the Louvre
It took my breath away.  Learn more here

Lemon Tart With Toasted Meringue
by Pierre Hermé.
Paris Loves Pastry





Christian Louboutin

Christian Louboutin not only creates the famous
red soled shoes for men and women, he fancies red for himself.

Louboutin's on The Seine.

You can have your own pair from stores
like Barney's New York

Parisian Chic
A book by former super model, Ines de la Fressange.  It's her personal guide to style and the city of lights.  Find it at Amazon

A trip to Paris must include a visit to Laudree.

The Laudree Macaroon, the prettiest
cookie ever made!

It is like being a kid in a very grown up
Candy store!

Guerlain

The House of Guerlain has created more than 700 fragrances to date, several of which are considered to be among the masterpieces of perfumery. Guerlain was founded in 1828, when Pierre~Francois-Pascal Guerlain opened his first boutique in Paris. 

The boutique on the Champs-Elysées.
I had the pleasure of visiting, after
being gifted with a full bottle of one of their
scents in my suite at the Ritz. 
Both, very special!  You can read more
and purchase their fine fragrances and
cosmetics at Nordstrom's

The Ritz

15 place Vendôme (1e), Paris, 75001 France

Like Princess Diana and heads of states,
I've had the fabulous experience of
staying at The Ritz.  It is now closed
for a two year complete renovation. 
I cannot wait to go back.  Read about
this legendary hotel

 here

I cannot be exactly sure, but after
a lovely upgrade, I think this was our suite.
It came complete with two balconies
and 11 closets!

Our bathroom was similar and also 
included a separate steam room with
steam benches for three and a bucket 
of chilled Evian water!

L’Espadon, The grand and ornate dining room.

And the Bellboys really did wear hats
like this.....without the Louboutins

Don't miss todays sales, including 
the Art of French Cooking at
One Kings Lane

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I could go on for days!
Instead I'll leave you with
one of my favorite quotes.