When a young girl is banished from her village under the order from the village chief – who happens to be her father, what is a girl to do? Does she sit in submission, staying stagnant and stuck? Or does she long to fly, fly away, to discover her own adventures beyond the tight fortress…
At the majestic National Theatre in Melbourne, I sit enthralled. In awe, almost. Chirping and trilling sounds fly above my head. It is the birdlife in the town of Gander, in the Northeastern province of Newfoundland, pulling me in. The stage, beautifully designed by Sally Martin, and scenic lighting, by Jason Lord, sweep me into…
In October of 1889, a new music-hall called ‘The Moulin Rouge’ famously opened its doors at the bottom of a hill in bohemian Montmartre. Identified by the red windmill flanked with sparkly lights sitting on its roof, The Moulin Rouge opened itself up as an extravagant destination: complete with a huge dance floor and wall-to-wall…
At Blue Illusion, we are always weaving our thoughts past the needle and thread, to improve the way we do things. That although we love fashion, we acknowledge that it’s also not fully sustainable. In light of these lingering thoughts, we are constantly seeking how to be a little less impactful and improve our practices.…
Have you ever dreamt of the excitement and anticipation – of getting ready to go to the Opera? Of sitting in a plush balcony seat, binoculars in hand; looking sophisticated yet playful, and feeling … like something extraordinary was about to happen? Well, if you haven’t yet … it’s time to begin the beguine. It…
Let’s face it ladies, getting dressed to go out is no easy feat. It takes a great deal of preparation to discover a look that suits you, to find shoes to match your ensemble, and devote precious time to do your makeup. Only to find … that something still does not look quite right.…
For those of us who love nothing more than to immerse ourselves in nature’s beauty, comes Jardin des Tuileries, a breathtaking environ of greenery and fleurs, a lush and traditional French Royal estate park and garden situated in the cité of Paris, separating the Louvre from the Place de la Concorde. Containing a cornucopia of trees, flowers, ponds, a…
Let’s face it, mes chéries, the season of winter is right around the corner. Where we say au revoir to our autumn pieces and look to last year’s range of winterwear. Where you may discover: you are in need of a new coat. Something chic to last you season after season. What’s a femme to do? One must say bonjour to investing in…
At the peak of a picturesque winding street in Montmartre, sits a famous pink eatery, La Maison Rose. Historically, it was known to be a collective haunt for many a famous artist, including that of Picasso, most probably due to its rosy ‘Peony Pink’ exterior – the symbolic hue of France. Which, incidentally, is the couleur du jour that inspires…
Standing tall and dignified under a magnificent grey-blue sky, sits the legendary Boulevard Saint-Germain. An epicentre for fashion-lovers: filled with chic boutiques, postcard-perfect hotels, and elegant eateries – forever ensconced in rich 19th century Haussmannian architecture. The perfect forefront to our Boulevard Saint-Germain Collection, a love letter to a landmark that speaks of romance and élégance. A dreamy…