Parisian Daydreams - Where to stay in Paris

Watching all these isolation birthdays roll out on insta makes me truly appreciate the fact that I woke up in Paris on our B'day (ours as me and hubby have the same birthday).

We took a road trip in Jan/Feb earlier this year to France. Little did we know it would be the only adventures we would probably have this year!

True to British form, I'm keeping calm and carrying on with the post I had planned. 

We may not be able to travel right now but this lockdown isn't forever so here is a little inspo for your future Paris adventures. Following up on my Montmartre post (see article here), take a glimpse at where we wandered to (obviously a fair bit of Dior to follow) and the beautiful hotel we stayed in. 

Aim high: bus stop dreams, ever so discreetly edited . . . No wait . . . Enhanced!

The view from our balcony at hotel La Demeure, more info on the hotel below. 

When researching hotels, I was completely obsessed with finding somewhere that had that iconic Parisian balcony look. Both to have included in our own hotel room and surrounding architecture. Bit OTT planning wise?! These small details matter to me ha ha!

I was thrilled with the Parisian balcony results!

The eye colour pallet for the trip - Chanel Les Bieges in 'light'

For cocktails and snacks - Le Saint Medard - Delicious! 

Our birthday morning, we brought all our cards and prezzies with us to open. When you drive to Paris it's a bit dangerous, I brought my entire wardrobe! Most of my handbags live in the boxes they came with when I bought them, so they were chucked in the car too! Don't get me started on the shoe boxes that were packed . . .

The hotel: La Demeure

A little gem! We loved it. The spa facilities were a particular treat after a day of exploring the streets of Paris. Located in the 13th arrondissement, it wasn't too far from a hub of restaurants and bars. As the weather was absolutely gorgeous while we visited the city, we walked from the hotel to Avenue Montaigne where Dior is situated. It took around an hour but we were constantly stopping for hot chocs, macarons & wine; basically a walking tourist cliché!

https://www.hotel-paris-lademeure.com/

Best Western Plus La Demeure
51 Boulevard Saint-Marcel
75013 Paris France

It's all about you || Top sellers as styled by my inspirational customers

Seeing your selfies and pics of your purchases in action makes my job a dream.

Showing you guys love and saying a big THANKS by using your content to create a series of fashion collages to celebrate you all individually. The next series of images is already in the process! Be sure to tag me or use #riannaphillips

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leopard print and emerald green case 

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paper bags and peonies case 

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 iridescent silicone case

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 blush pink stripe case

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 clear and white alphabet case

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 rainbow font case

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 leopard print and emerald green case 

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rainbow font clear case 

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 faux leather pink embossed case

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rainbow font case

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abstract line art case

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Lock Down Spring Decor || From my home to yours

Embracing the season and a new way of living. 

I doubt we'll ever be forced to spend weeks on end in our homes again in this lifetime so it's time to make the absolute most of this new slow living style.

Fill your days with the simplicity of reading, spring cleaning, watching a box set (or 10) and spending precious time with your loved ones if you're lucky enough to be isolated with them. 

I am fortunate enough to work in a self isolated studio and although the world is upside down, my online store continues as normal. Each parcel packaged to bring a little sunshine to the recipients day. 

Birthdays, anniversaries, easter and special celebrations have not been cancelled; the amount of heart warming gift notes that are being added to orders and sent direct to the receiver is inspiring in these uncertain times.

From my home to yours, stay safe and stay home

Square print cushion || Rianna Phillips

Diffuser || Jo Malone

Marble coasters || John Lewis

Line art Blanket throw || Rianna Phillips

Blue and white mug || Ralph Lauren 

Wire basket || Ferm living

Marble alphabet cushion cover || Rianna Phillips

Heading for a Stay-cation rather then a vacay this year? || Where to stay and what to do in Windermere

Suddenly find yourself heading more towards a stay-cation rather then a vacay abroad this year? 

Never has the time felt better to champion a few local business that I regularly visit when staying in Windermere. 

A hot tub on your rooms balcony, overlooking the beautiful English countryside. Do i need to say much else? We've stayed at The Burnside quite a few times and keep going back. It's always a wonderful experience and they embrace old school qualities like a very helpful (and rather cheeky!) concierge gentleman who dishes out hot cookies upon arrival. Literally brownie points!

They have a huge spa and pool facility on site along with beauty treatments and a cinema room. You can grab a glass of prosecco from the little pool side bar while lounging around the pool and enjoy saunas, steam rooms and a plunge pool that I've never even dipped a toe in . . . too busy drinking prosecco!
The bedrooms are all gorgeous, very grande 'country living' style, many chandeliers knocking about and massive armchairs face the un-spoilt countryside and lake views. 

One of the bedroom views

Our private hot tub with views of Windermere lake

Things to do in Windermere: Go on a boat tour of course!

Where to self-isolate!

The Fizzy Tarte: 

A patisserie and a Champagne bar, what a winning combination!

San Pietro Italian Restaurant - delicious carbs!