Fans of Wes Anderson know that, if you keep your eyes peeled and your imagination open, you can find pieces of his colourful, fantastical onscreen universe in everyday life. The Oscar nominee’s latest film, The French Dispatch, is proof of this: It was shot on location in Angoulême, France, where the topography and architecture was camera-ready to stand … Read more
If you come to France without the right papers and you want to get French citizenship, then it’s really quite simple. As the case of Mamoudou Gassama goes to show, all you have to do is pull off something “exceptional”. Actually that is not being flippant. It is in the civil code. Article 21-19 says … Read more
Quintessential French style has long been synonymous with “effortlessly chic,” and in the home decor world, casual-cool California style is the coveted look of the moment, with popular designers like Emily Henderson and Amber Lewis leading the charge. So when you combine the two easy-going aesthetics, the result is a sure-fire recipe for style success. The proof? Online home decor shop … Read more
At a glance Startup: Kronokare Founder: Cyril Feuillebois Year it was founded: 2008 Where is it based: Delhi The problem it solves: Natural and eco-friendly skin care Sector: Beauty Funding raised: Bootstrapped Cyril Feuillebois would never have thought that his trip to India to study at IIM Lucknow in 2003 would lead to him becoming an entrepreneur, and making India his second home. Born and … Read more
This classic double opening window complements any cottage-style property. With twin opening sashes and the meeting bar attached to one, once opened it allows an uninterrupted view. It is also the perfect solution if your window is too wide for one sash and too narrow for two, in providing an effective means of fire escape … Read more