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Remembering Karl Lagerfeld
Karl Lagerfeld meant a lot to me. He is the reason why I went to Paris and studied at Lesage. He was the reason that Chanel acquired...
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glimpsecreations
- Nov 27, 2018
- 2 min
You Could Own A Piece Of The Eiffel Tower
Forget the standard Eiffel Tower key chain souvenir, you could take home an actual part of the Eiffel Tower instead! A section of the...
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glimpsecreations
- Sep 5, 2018
- 1 min
How Dior Is Passing On The Secrets Of Haute Couture
In 2009 I packed up my life in Canada and traveled to Paris, France to get certified in Haute Couture Beadwork and Embroidery. One of the...
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Sarah Palow
- Aug 16, 2018
- 6 min
5 Ways To Add Some French Into Your Life This Summer
Even though I don’t live in Paris anymore, it doesn’t mean that I don’t try to incorporate some French into my everyday! I find myself...
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glimpsecreations
- Dec 11, 2014
- 1 min
Chanel Métiers d’Art Salzburg 2014/15
Every year, Karl Lagerfeld hosts an amazing fashion show called Métiers d’Art which showcases the work of Chanel’s atelier houses. This...
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glimpsecreations
- Sep 17, 2014
- 1 min
Le Petit Théâtre Dior
A world traveling exhibition of miniature Christian Dior Haute Couture gowns has begun its journey this summer in Chendgu, China. This...
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glimpsecreations
- Sep 5, 2014
- 3 min
A Visit to Flower Maker Legeron
One of the best parts about living in France is getting to visit some of the most incredible craft atelier houses still creating handmade...
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glimpsecreations
- Aug 13, 2014
- 3 min
A Weekend in Bordeaux
One of the best things about living in Europe are the many possibilities for weekend adventures. This past weekend Thomas and I with his...
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glimpsecreations
- Aug 11, 2014
- 1 min
The Embroidery of Chanel Couture
Once again I am in awe at the impressive embroidery produced by “les petites mains” in the Lesage atelier for the house of Chanel Fall...
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glimpsecreations
- Jul 31, 2014
- 2 min
My Back Shed, French Style in Oakville
I am finally back in France, and was just itching to come back! As much as I love being in Canada surrounded by family and friends,...
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glimpsecreations
- Mar 28, 2014
- 3 min
Live Like a European in North America
After living abroad for almost 5 years, coming back to Canada is both a relief and a little frustrating. I am suddenly aware of the...
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glimpsecreations
- Mar 18, 2014
- 1 min
Shoe Master Massaro
In 2002, Chanel purchased 7 ateliers in Paris, and Massaro was one of them. A master shoemaker, this atelier built in 1894 supplies...
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glimpsecreations
- Jan 28, 2014
- 1 min
Paris Flower Markets of Cité
One of my favorite things to do in Paris is to visit Île de la Cité and stroll through the flower market. When most people visit Notre...
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glimpsecreations
- Jan 17, 2014
- 1 min
Karl Does Christmas
In this month’s edition of Harper’s Bazaar US (Jan/Feb 2014), Karl Lagerfeld speaks about his feelings for Christmas and the holidays. ...
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glimpsecreations
- Jan 16, 2014
- 3 min
A Mini Break in Orléans
After being back in Rambouillet only a couple of weeks after the holidays, I already had the itch to travel again. I guess you could say...
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glimpsecreations
- Jan 14, 2014
- 2 min
In the Kitchen – French Flan
One of the best things about living in France is trying all of the traditional foods from the many different regions of the country. The...
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glimpsecreations
- Sep 18, 2012
- 1 min
Fleur de Lis Painted Decorations
I am currently going through a white phase, so I needed some new white pieces to include in my decor. In keeping with my French...
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