France announcing the next steps in deconfinement

France announcing the next steps in deconfinement means more freedom and more chances to hang with and photograph my friends! How gorgeous is @petiteinparis on the balcony of the @parisperfectrentals Cognac apartment holding this stunning bouquet of peonies from @lesfloralies.cler? 💐 being in front of the camera is fun but behind it will always be where I’m most comfortable 📸 #glitteringparis #petiteinparis #parisperfect #parisjetaime #chasinglight

How lucky am I that my favorite flower girl @adrie

How lucky am I that my favorite flower girl @adrienneryser and her lovely shop are just a short walk away from home? Though oftentimes wild horses couldn’t drag me away from my computer, knowing I don’t have to go far for a friendly face and some beautiful blooms is always comforting. So glad @larrosoirparis is back open 💐
p.s. they’re currently taking Mother’s Day orders so don’t wait!
#glitteringparis #larrosoir #sharingaworldofshops #fleuriste #mylittleparis

A little sunshine for your Sunday! ☀️
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I’m a big fan of creating sunstars with my camera! To get them clean like this one, you need two things: a clear sky (clouds will mess with it because they diffuse the light), and a high f-stop (this photo was taken at f/22). It’s a great way to get creative with your photos even when the sun is high and bright! Have you ever tried to do a sunstar?
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This gorgeous view is at the @parisperfectrentals Cognac apartment #glitteringparis #parisfrommywindow #toureiffel #parisjetaime #chasinglight

Times are tough for everyone, but there are so man

Times are tough for everyone, but there are so many places that need your business right now. Unless you’re really struggling to pay your bills (of course don’t do anything that would put you in jeopardy!), go ahead and treat yourself to brunch or lunch or a nice bottle of wine! It’s been a weird few months and honestly you deserve it, and so do those who have opened back up to allow us to treat ourselves. Case in point: the lovely folks at @buvetteparis are currently open for takeaway, have taken all health precautions, and still have the great food and wine we know them for. Plus, how is it possible this space looks just as cute without the usual setup? #glitteringparis #openinparis #buvetteparis #treatyoself #brunch

I would say cheers to the weekend, but it’s a lo

I would say cheers to the weekend, but it’s a long weekend in France so we’re already two days in ☀️ Besides, it doesn’t need to be the weekend to drink rosé at sunset! What’s your favorite summery drink? I like a good crisp sav blanc, Côtes de Provence, or a refreshing cocktail 🥂
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View courtesy of @parisperfectrentals #glitteringparis #cheerstotheweekend #toitsdeparis #parisperfect #parisjetaime

Just an exceptionally pretty door on the Île Sain

Just an exceptionally pretty door on the Île Saint Louis. Sometimes it’s the little things. ✨
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#glitteringparis #parisjetaime #thefrancophiles #seemyparis #parisiandoors

Wednesday can still mean wine- or in my case, cock

Wednesday can still mean wine- or in my case, cocktails! A few of my favorite spots have reopened for takeaway and delivery, and it’s so nice to have this little piece of normality. Looking for somewhere to prendre un verre ahead of the bank holiday tomorrow?
🍹@thecambridge_paris (open Wed-Sat 15h-20h for takeaway and delivery)
🍹@bar_divine (open daily 17h-20h for takeaway) 🍷 @lemaryceleste (open Wed-Fri 16h-20h and Sat 11h-20h)
🍷@redd_wine_bar (open Fri-Sat 16h-19h for delivery and takeaway)
🎁 @sistermidnightbar is selling gift cards- get one now for reopening!
Are any of your favorite spots doing takeaway?
#glitteringparis #supportsmallbusiness #winewednesday #apero #timeoutparis

Charming streets in the Latin Quarter ✨ I was re

Charming streets in the Latin Quarter ✨ I was really excited to get this shot. I saw it from across the street, and the camera I got for Christmas has a longer focal length than my old one (in layman’s terms, it zooms further). It came out exactly as I hoped it would! But it made me sad in a way. I was so excited to shoot with my new gear this spring and, while I’m glad to be able to go out and capture new images now, I’m still bummed at missing out completely on my favorite season. I suppose I’ll just have to head south for some lavender and bougainvillea as soon as possible ✨ #glitteringparis #parisjetaime #pantheon #stillatraveler

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