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La Fidélité (below)
The lush greenery at this fashionable new bistro calls to mind that ’80s wonderland, Club Tropicana, as sung by the boys of Wham! And while the drinks here aren’t free, they’re served straight from the black marble bar. 12 Rue de La Fidélité, 10th arrondissement, tel. 33.1.47.70.85.77, lafidelite.paris
Beloved by Parisiennes, the city’s famous department store has launched a newly renovated area dedicated to all things bright and beautiful. The loft-inspired space carries nearly 60 beauty brands, sourced from all over the world. 24 Rue de Sèvres, 7th arrondissement, tel. 33.1.44.39.80.00, lebonmarche.com
Hôtel Bachaumont (below)
Guests luxuriate in sleek, modern surroundings – from the plush cocktail bar to the balconied bedrooms – at this storied hotel in the heart of the city. Breakfast, in the sunlit winter garden, is worth waking up for. 18 Rue Bachaumont, 2nd arrondissement, tel. 33.1.81.66.47.00, hotelbachaumont.com
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GrandCoeur (above)
In a tranquil courtyard in the buzzing Marais neighborhood, chef Mauro Colagreco has created a smart, seasonal menu served by a team of good-natured staff. Leaving with a happy stomach is guaranteed. 41 Rue du Temple, 4th arrondissement, tel. 33.1.58.28.18.90, grandcoeur.paris
Sprezzatura (below)
Sprezzatura means “a studied carelessness” in Italian, but there’s nothing offhand about the intriguing silhouettes to be had at Sima Rozikova’s sharply curated, multi-brand boutique. 132 Rue de Turenne, 3rd arrondissement, tel. 33.6.44.33.86.45, thesprezzatura.com
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Le Bon Marché Rive Gauche (below)