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-01 How is Paris nowadays?

Paris is different day to day, not even season to season. Personally, I have a very diverse and international group of people that surrounds me daily through my work as a fashion photographer and content creator, so I’d say the way that Paris is for me at the moment (and always) is through these people and our experiences. I feel like I am always traveling without actually leaving the city. Can’t define it, it’s a feeling, you know.

--02 Where is your happy place/sanctuary in Paris and why?

It was always and still is for 8 years a little square called “Place Dauphine” located at Île de la Cité. This place feels like the very center of the city, between the past and the future. It is located on an island between two sides of Paris, very zen. Somewhat hidden but also extremely famous for its charming and welcoming atmosphere. It feels inclusive in a way and I would pass by whenever...sad or happy, to have a little date or to have a cry session with my sister, maybe just to observe the crowd. It carries a very special energy and a lot of humane memories in my heart.

--03 What do you think is the most interesting creative scene in the city right now?

In general, it is the scene of the artistic personalities (person to person case) of a newer generation that has this infectious energy and confidence to undertake different types of jobs at once. From music to fashion, to literature and then back to music or djing. It really feels like the time where we can just do anything and potentially actually be good at it with all the resources provided. It is accelerating to meet more and more people who can't define what they do with one word only. The new creative scene in Paris is complicated and battles with itself on its core values, such as diversity, originality (whatever it is) and kindness. It is a work in progress, but it's a good one. 

--04 What are 3 places in Paris (bars, clubs, restaurants, stores...) you would bring a friend visiting you to?

Restaurant “Minibar” a hot new spot? I would say. Founded by a former sommelier of chez Martin Sébastien Fleury and a cook Matt Hiltemann, who worked for Quo Vadis in London. Already a great juxtaposition of 2 worlds... and the energy in this place is as follows. P.S Occasionally they invite chefs from other places to create little masterpieces in the kitchen with them for the crowd to enjoy. Unexpected twists and turns!

A moody speakeasy bar “Prescription Cocktail Club” for any occasion. Hidden gem! 

Serving inventive specialty cocktails located in the 6eme Arrondissement. Just across        the bridge from the busy area of Le Marais. 

A Vintage and curated archives store “At Dawn” founded by my friends Alyssa and Matthieu. They have an impeccable and very educated style themselves, so I trust         them a lot with the selection and this place carries good energy only. A local community place for sure. 

--05 What is something you believe Paris is currently missing?

A good night club / gig venue! I ( Sorry! ) Somewhere that feels more like the progressing music scene in London and Seoul. I wanna be able to enjoy the energy of a quality rave but within the ground of central Paris and a safe environment, (being a girl). A welcoming space for talents of various genres from all over the world and backgrounds in music and artistry.