Selima Optique Reads: FRANK151

The independently owned, internationally renowned, New York City based quarterly FRANK is the perfect reading material on a snowed in afternoon.

FRANK is a creative magazine featuring articles on art, music, and style, as well as interviews and public interest stories ranging from China to Harlem. Check out some of our favorite chapters, guest curated by prominent New York photographer Ricky Powell and Parisian artist André.

NO FAKE Magazine, January 2014

Our friends from NOFAKE Magazine set up Selima Optique styles past and present for a beautiful photograph by Sybille Bibelas.

4Eyes by Stefania Pia for Selima, Grazia, December 2013

The limited edition, Stefania Pia for Selima 4Eyes glasses get featured in the French edition of Grazia Magazine, for December 2013.

Check out these must-have, glitter adorned glasses for the holidays at Selima Optique Paris, Le Bon Marche, or wherever Selima Optique frames are sold, while supplies last!

Arni featured in Infrarouge, December 2013

The Selima Optique Arni in Antique Tortoise gets featured in a menswear style selection for the December issue of French magazine, Infrarouge.

Find the Arni available at Le Bon Marché, Selima Optique Paris, or online at selimaoptique.com

Selima Optique Reads: Paris In Mind

It's getting cold out, so stay in, break out the wine and cozy up with this great book, Paris In Mind, by Jennifer Lee.

"Three centuries of Americans writing about their romance and frustrations with Paris." 

An anthology of short excerpts plucked from novels, memoirs, letters and columns about the City of Light: Stanley Karnow on meeting Christian Dior and being taught the secrets of haute couture; 24-year-old Langston Hughes arriving from America, penniless and waiting tables in French jazz clubs; among other prominent writers who once called Paris home. 

Goes perfect with Selima Optique bookmark business cards!

Enjoy and stay warm!

An island of greenery in the heart of the city!

In this interview, our Parisian customer Sven says when he is on the phone, he's often asked "but where are you, we hear birds all around you."

See the video to visit Sven's bright and green Parisian residence, refresh your French and see how handsome one can be wearing our Larry frame!

Mon loft à Paris sur WAT.tv

Selima's Favorite Places to Shop in Paris

If you're not spending your time after Silmo indulging in some of the many delicious Parisian eateries, stop in to a few of Selima's favorite shopping destinations.

From home goods, to clothing and novelties, Paris is Selima's all-time favorite place to shop.

LE BON MARCHE
24 Rue de Sèvres - Paris 6ème

A fantastic and famous department store in Paris which is arguably one of the best worldwide.

COLETTE
213 Rue Saint-Honore - Paris 2ème
The famous concept store where you can find everything from clothing to toys and magazines.

ASTIER DE VILLATTE
173 Rue Saint-Honoré - Paris 2ème
An outstanding selection of ceramics, candles and furniture, all handmade in France.

MERCI
111 Boulevard Beaumarchais - Paris 3ème
A unique and charming concept store with a lovely coffee shop and bookstore.

SHINE
15 Rue de Poitou - Paris 3ème
An upscale boutique featuring a sharp selection of the best designer clothing and accessories.

RUE DE POITOU
From rue de Turenne to rue Charlot - Paris 3ème
Walk the entire length of rue de Poitou to discover many more lovely and very Parisian spots.

Selima's Favorite Parisian Restaurants

For those traveling to Silmo in Paris this week, be sure to check out a few of Selima's favorite Parisian restaurants.

Check back in throughout the week for more of Selima's tips, events, and favorite spots in Paris.

And if you can't make it to Paris this year, take note as these are worth saving for your next trip!

LE SERGENT RECRUTEUR

41, rue Saint-Louis en L'Isle - Paris 4ème (on Ile St Louis)

A chic, modern restaurant serving creative French cuisine.

L'ATELIER DE JOËL ROBUCHON
5, rue Montalembert - Paris 7ème (near rue du Bac)
A classic gourmet experience from this world renowned French chef.

VINS DES PYRÉNÉES

25, rue Beautreillis - Paris 4ème (near Place des Vosges)

A welcoming bistro in the heart of the Marais.

La Société

4, place Saint Germain des Prés - Paris 6ème (in the heart of St Germain)

The name says it all, come here to feel like a Parisian elite.

RALPH'S

173, boulevard Saint-Germain - Paris 6ème

American food a la Parisian!

RESTAURANT GEORGES

19, rue Beaubourg – Paris 4ème (on the 6th floor of Centre Georges Pompidou)

Perfect spot for a chic meal after a visit at the Pompidou. Great views.

LA COUPOLE

102, boulevard du Montparnasse - Paris 14ème (in Montparmasse)

The classic Big Parisian Brasserie.

LE 404

69, rue des Gravilliers - Paris 3ème

This famous spot for Moroccan cuisine also delivers the lively atmosphere of the culture.

BOFINGER

5-7 rue de la Bastille - Paris 4ème

Another quintessential Parisian brasserie near Place de la Bastille.

Selima Optique 2013 Tradeshows: Silmo & V.E.W.

Selima Optique is jet setting across the world for the 2013 tradeshows. First stop, Paris! Join us at Silmo from September 26th - 29th in Parc des Expositions Paris Nord Villepinte, Hall 5A, Booth Q 106.

Then, see our collection during Vision Expo West at Sands Expo and Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada, Booth G 21016, from October 3rd - 5th.

For appointments
Call: 212.677.7690 or
Email: showroom@selimaoptique.com

Selima Optique Pops-Up at Le Bon Marche Summer 2013

As we mentioned earlier this week, we are proud to report that we will be holding court over the next month at Le Bon Marche, Paris' storied department store. At over 160 years old, Le Bon Marche was one of the first department stores in the world and rings in as France's largest at 7,300 sq. ft, taking up an entire city block housing luxury fashion, accessories, beauty goods and home furnishings.

At our space at Le Bon Marche you'll find some of our best-selling sunglasses along with freshly released styles to start this summer off with an enhanced look that evokes the essence of luxury with timeless, considered design.

Sunglasses on display

An overview of the space

In Paris be sure to visit us at Le Bon Marche, 24 Rue de Sèvres, Paris, France