»Older, but better, but older« – Pariser Chic Vol. 2

»Older, but better, but older« – Pariser Chic Vol. 2

After 5 years, we finally have a sequel to the international bestseller »How To Be Parisian Wherever You Are«. The new »Older, But Better, But Older« tells amusing stories about how real Parisian women age in style. A ta santé!

»Take the time to take time for yourself because no one will do it for you. And don’t forget to daydream in the bathroom like when you did when you were little.«

This was the only half-serious advice of four girlfriends that wrote the wonderful »How To Be Parisian Wherever You Are« at a time when many women were desperately wondering how to emulate real Parisian chic. The ‚artist-collective’ around Anne Berest, Audrey Diwan, Caroline de Maigret and Sophie Mas came to their help with a little book about the myths of French chic.

They collected elegant fashion tips, timeless wisdom, slightly amusing relationship advice and delicious recipes for a perfect evening à la française. Everything from »Always be ready, he might just be waiting around the corner « to »Forget the newest trends – you’re the trend« to »Wear black with navy (and pink with red à la Yves Saint Laurent)« found its way into the book. As a couple of years have passed, the ladies have more to say:  Caroline de Maigret and Sophie Mas promise even more esprit and effortless humour. And they’re very convincing! In another beautifully designed book, the two editors chat about past times and look to the future. They write about what it means to not be seen at a party despite a dazzling appearance and muse about refusing plastic surgery. The think about what it takes to unite kids and career, whether freezing ovums is the right way to go and if you’re allowed to find new love at forty or fifty. They look at how to accept one’s own weaknesses, how to find inner beauty and which outfit to wear while doing all of the above. Funny, exciting and inspiring in every sentence!

»You nostalgically remember the moments that made you grow« – The resuming sentence of »Older, But Better, But Older« perfectly encapsulates why the book should be a small highlight under every Christmas tree!

»Older, But Better, But Older« by Caroline de Maigret and Sophie Mas, out on December 31^st 2019 at Penguin Random House (272 pages). ISBN: 9780385544863