
Bonjour Paris!
It's finally time to come clean with you dear readers. As you may have noticed over the past few weeks, I haven't had a lot of time to dedicate to The Luxe Chronicles and it shows. My postings have been sporadic and in some instances rather brief. For this I offer you my most sincere apology. The truth is that I'm about to uproot myself once again and the process has been rather overwhelming at times.
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Imagine a cold, crisp winter's night. The stars are twinkling overhead and the deer are gently grazing on the grounds of the Chateau de Chanteloup, once the home of the Martell family and now the heart and soul of the historic cognac house. As our lively little group of bloggers and writers are led up a softly lit path to the belvedere overlooking Chanteloup's graceful grounds, the excitement is palpable.
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Even those with nothing more than a passing interest in the world of haute couture will most likely be familiar with the House of Lesage so inextricably interwoven is the work of the legendary embroiderer with those of the great couture masters. And with good reason. The House of Lesage has been providing exquisite embroideries for couture creations since the birth of haute couture itself starting with Charles Frederick Worth. It is with great sorrow therefore that the world of fashion learned of the death of François Lesage at age 82 late last week.
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All I Want For Christmas This Year ...
Dear Readers:
The world seems like an increasingly harsh place right now. The holidays are going to be painful for a great many people as Western economies continue to stagnate and austerity measures begin to bite in earnest. To be honest, I'm finding it rather difficult to enjoy my good fortune when there is so much misery around me. This year, as you prepare to spend the Christmas holidays warm and safe amongst friends and loved ones, please have a kind thought or prayer for those less fortunate. Better yet, make a contribution to your favorite charity. It doesn't matter what worthy cause you ultimately choose to give to or the size of your contribution so much as the act of giving itself. I wish you all a merry Christmas and all the very best for the new year ahead. Don't forget to count your blessings.
Sincerely,
The Luxe Chronicles
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