Every year, Karl Lagerfeld hosts an amazing fashion show called Métiers d’Art which showcases the work of Chanel’s atelier houses. This year, the show was held in Salzburg. Since studying at the Lesage embroidery house myself, I have become increasingly interested in the traditional atelier houses that service the Haute Couture industry. As the traditional craftsmanship […]
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Le Petit Théâtre Dior
A world traveling exhibition of miniature Christian Dior Haute Couture gowns has begun its journey this summer in Chendgu, China. This amazing show incorporates many of the fashion label’s most well known gowns, created in miniature versions from the originals. Each piece is a third of the size of the original creations, yet still follows […]
A Visit to Flower Maker Legeron
One of the best parts about living in France is getting to visit some of the most incredible craft atelier houses still creating handmade pieces for the world of fashion. I have always wanted to visit Legeron and buy some flowers for my work, so I finally made time go into Paris and visit this […]
A Weekend in Bordeaux
One of the best things about living in Europe are the many possibilities for weekend adventures. This past weekend Thomas and I with his family set off for Bordeaux. I didn’t know much about this south west region of France other than it produces some of the most famous wines in the world. Only a […]
Live Like a European in North America
After living abroad for almost 5 years, coming back to Canada is both a relief and a little frustrating. I am suddenly aware of the consumerism attitude that North Americans are so well known for. I feel like everyone drives a huge car, eats tons of food, and watches too much television. I never realized […]
Germany’s Flower Maker
Traditional craft of Europe is something that will always fascinate me, and is why I originally came to France. The atelier houses that have existed for hundreds of years are built around a sense of pride and history. The traditional techniques that are still used today are a dying trade and something we must not […]
Paris Flower Markets of Cité
One of my favorite things to do in Paris is to visit Île de la Cité and stroll through the flower market. When most people visit Notre Dame, they don’t realize that just down the street is a beautiful flower market. Housed in iron pavilions, it is open 7 days a week from 8am to 7.30pm […]
Chanel Flower Cart
Celebrating Mother’s Day in England this weekend, Chanel has opened a flower stall in Covent Garden. This unique addition to the Chanel brand will be open March 8 -10th in front of it’s beauty boutique. Flowers featured in the brand’s perfumes, like jasmine, rose, and tuberose will be for sale, and gifts like hand-tied posies […]
Karl’s Garden at Chanel Couture S/S2013
Although I am not physically in Paris this time for Couture week, my soul is still there. I am usually snapping as many photos as possible and running from show to show through the streets of Pairs this time of year. This year, I am relaxing in the sunshine of Florida and checking out the […]
Monet’s House in Giverny
Last Saturday, I had family in town visiting so we decided to get out of the busy city for the day and visit Giverny. We caught a train headed for Vernon were we then got a connecting bus that took us into the town of Giverny, famous for Claude Monet’s house and gardens. Walking around […]
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Hi! My name is Sarah Palow and I am the face behind Catch a Glimpse. I am an award winning jewelry/ embroidery designer and fashion/lifestyle writer. I recently spent time living my fashion dream in Paris, France. This is my lifestyle blog where I will write about Europe, fashion, health and happiness…. because, what else is important in life!?
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