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Thursday, 29 March 2012

Shopping in Paris: Bonpoint

When I was staying in Paris last week, my friend Kassy had a list of places and stores that we must visit, and Bonpoint was one of them.

Located at 6 Rue De Tournon in Paris, on the premises of the 17th century Hotel de Brancas, the flagship Bonpoint concept store includes eight imaginatively decorated rooms, as well as a gorgeous cafe which has a courtyard that opens on sunny days.

Even if you don't have children, this store is well worth a look, just for the interior itself. Stunning white washed floorboards, whimsical chandeliers and mind blowing displays that really do leave you breathless! If you do have children, or are expecting, the store sells beautiful clothing for newborn up to around 12 year old, accessories, shoes, blankets, teddies, and also beautiful perfumes.




We took a break from baby shopping and shared a chocolate brownie and a generous slice of cheesecake in the store's cafe.



Of course I walked out the door with some very special purchases for my baby girl, due in June. The kind of pieces you hand down through generations! If you find yourself in Paris, be sure to visit Bonpoint, and allow yourself enough time to take it all in, it really is a truly amazing and special store to visit. I hear that there are also stores in other parts of Europe, and in Asia and the US.
 
 

Tuesday, 15 November 2011

keepin' it simple: the bilibo

I've seen these around and really like the simplicity of them. Meet, the Bilibo. An award winning children's toy for ages 2-7yrs, the Bilibo's iconic shell shape and bright colors are said to invite a wide range of interpretations and encourage children to invent their own games, to play and have fun in an active and creative way. From rocking, spinning, and sitting to hiding under, carrying with, and peeking through, the possibilities are endless - use it at home, take it to the beach, in the water, even the snow!

I bought one for Harley for christmas (yay, finally I have started my shopping!), and also one for our godson's third birthday. I found them at Henry Hiccups, in Subiaco. Won't be testing them out until christmas time, but I think they'll be a hit.