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my city: southwest paris

This time it’s my turn to share my favorite spots in the Paris 15th and 16th districts. Shop at: The 16th arrondissement is a haven for vintage and second hand finds. One of the largest consignment stores is Réciproque, divided into 6 boutiques along Rue de la Pompe, with each shop dedicated to specific category. End of series designer shoes can be found at Garrice Stock (15, Rue de Lourmel).  For the high-street shopping...

cool spots: hiding in plain sight in amsterdam

Located on a quiet Rapenburg, this speakesy-style bar called "Hiding in Plain Sight" lives up to its name. Discreetly marked on the large windows outside, the bar is easy to miss before you spot the rows of bottles inside the bar. Once you get past the heavy velvet curtains in the entrance, you are surrounded in the vintage inspired ambiance. Black leather sofas, chandeliers and printed wallpaper, together with books and piano make the...