You don’t need to make art or study it to appreciate it. Art appreciation is not a specialized skill set and can be done by anyone. To me, there’s no set rules – not expectations,…
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Every so often, I get to spend a few days in Paris. Each time, I love it a little bit more. Last time, I spent my time by the river and at late night…
I celebrated the New Year in York with some dear friends from my university days. They live in the centre of the city, with an unbelievable view of the imposing Gothic cathedral York Minster from…
There are countless books and articles that tell us “French women don’t get fat” And while that’s probably not the truth, there is a truth in this: french women (and the French in general) have…
For British Children’s author Frances Hardinge, it’s the ‘magic key to the vault where [her] brain is kept’. Bear Grylls has a cup of it ‘halfway up a rock face’. And George Orwell said that…
This article may contain affiliate links The wedding of Prince Harry to Meghan Markle is upon us! And to celebrate this happy and iconic occasion, I’m showing you how to host your very own Royal…
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The Petite Bijou is an online destination featuring wholesome yet sophisticated living and styling tips for women. The site is run by the family and friends of survivor, lifestyle influencer, and writer Mariam, who passed away in the summer of 2020. Mariam also hosted The Bijou Show, a self help podcast.
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