

07 Oct, 2025
Maria's Insider Guide to Paris
Paris never fails to reawaken my love for elegance. It's a city where every corner feels like a fashion moment. Here are the places I return to time and again- each one as refined, inspiring, and quietly indulgent as the Parisian woman herself.
Paris never fails to reawaken my love for elegance. It's a city where every corner feels like a fashion moment. Here are the places I return to time and again- each one as refined, inspiring, and quietly indulgent as the Parisian woman herself.
Where I Dine: 114 Faubourg

Fashion week days start early and end late — but there’s always time for Pastis. A table at this Meatpacking icon is non-negotiable: steak frites, a crisp glass of Sancerre, and the kind of people-watching that feels like an extension of the shows.
My Skincare: Bee Venom Moisturiser

Bee Venom Moisturiser
An advanced formula that revitalises and renews for naturally younger-looking skin.
When the colder months roll in, I always turn to the Bee Venom Range. My fashion week essential is the Bee Venom Moisturiser. It’s my go-to whenever my skin needs that extra TLC. The inspiration behind the range came after I tried a Bee Venom facial (with actual bees in the room) for the first time. I loved the results, but not the process, so I set out to create a range that delivered the same collagen-boosting and skin-healing benefits- minus the discomfort.
Tea at Angelina

The Parisian ritual done right. I come for the iconic hot chocolate and stay for the nostalgia — it’s where you pause between shows, people-watch, and plan your next move with the kind of decadence only Paris allows.
Where I Stay: Le Bristol

A timeless icon of Parisian luxury — polished yet warm, where breakfast in the courtyard feels like stepping into a dream. I love its old-world glamour mixed with modern ease — the kind of place where creative ideas flow over cappuccinos and croissants.
Shop at Galeries Lafayette

I love the thrill of discovery here — from quirky new designers tucked between heritage maisons to that all-important stop at Rodial (of course). It’s where my creative side comes alive, finding inspiration in every aisle.
Visit the Azzedine Alaïa Foundation
