"It is the time you have wasted for your rose that makes your rose so important". — Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, Le Petit Prince
The New Generation of Rose Fragrances — Ever since a trip to Ladurée Beauté on the rue de Rivoli where they spritzed my package with rose cologne, the fragrance has reminded me of Paris. I love Diptyque’s Roses candle, but let’s face it, much of the allure comes from the beautiful minimalistic branding. I think I actually prefer White Barn/Bath and Body Work’s relatively inexpensive version, Rosewater and Ivy, available in candles, hand soap, and even car air freshener. I also love Trader Joe’s Rose Water Facial Toner. *
The World's Most Misunderstood Novel — An honest assessment of The Great Gatsby, the book, the films, and even new reads based on the classic.
Paris Was Rebuilt: How Baron Haussmann Created the Metropolis We Know Today
And if you’re looking for your next read, check out Google Arts and Culture’s An Ocean of Books (an awesome way to curate and search for books).
Need a (virtual) travel fix?
And speaking of PBS, I am so eager for this: Hemingway: The Man. The Myth. The Writer Revealed (a film by Ken Burns) airing April 5-7.
*None of these links are affiliated, but I’m open to partnering with brands I love.
