The glossy world of fashion will assemble in the Lounge of prêt-à-porter in Paris, from 4th to 7th September 2009, in the Versailles Exhibition Centre. This is an annual event, which will show the new autumn-winter trends of the best in international fashion. It is a special act where the most appreciated designers among the general public will gather together. This year a great space of 550 square metres called “WAYS OF EXPLOSION” will be set up, where new trends, lines, images, colours, new materials, etc are shown. And all this presented by different experts.

In this edition prevails the dualism: Less & Excess. We live in a world of abundance and excess. Free to have what we want, those who have everything they just want more. The designers try to represent how, despite the turbulence and chaos that surrounds us, we look to the perfect harmony in order to survive in freedom, which nowadays is the most appreciated value. The organization, established in 1973, is called the “Fédération Française de la Couture”, which has internationally renowned brands such as Hermes and Jean Paul Gaultier.

The aim is to strengthen the role of Paris as the international fashion capital. Itl seeks to promote the development of new brands and to stabilise synergies between different sectors of the fashion industry. In this context you’ll find a collection of ready-to-wear garments belonging to this context and counts on the work of 95 designers including: Chanel, Christian Dior, Kenzo, Louis Vuitton, Pierre Cardin, Valentino and Yves Saint Laurent.

But there are new and creative brands to discover. There are new and unknown fashion brands that present dresses that are incredibly innovative and full of charm. Here you’ll find those clothes that most match with your style and with your daily life. The Dutch Fashion Foundation will be the guest of honour with a selection of brands in this edition.

This event represents the anticipation of upcoming trends. It is also the place where culture, art and fashion intertwine with each other. Therefore, you will discover the emerging artists in the art and fashion world. This is a show that anticipates our future desires. In addition, an event will be organized along with a photo gallery where real parachutes will be improvised as if they were models in the air. There are many things to see, so rent your apartments in Paris now and enjoy a great break. Here, you’ll feel like home!

Paris, city of love, of Glamour and of… cabarets! As soon as 1881, this entertainment tradition starts in France with the opening of the first cabaret by Rodolphe Salis called the “Cabaret Artistique” soon renamed Le Chat Noir (The Black Cat).

Those cabarets offered all kinds of shows such as acting, dancing and singing to a seated audience drinking and sometimes dining. Later, the nature of the show evolved and turned into a more sensual and erotic proposal. The Moulin Rouge opened in the middle of the Pigalle neighbourhood (where the prostitutes used to be) in 1889, and then the Folies-Bergères where customers were allowed to smoke inside and keep their hats on.

During the mid-forties, the Lido opened on the Champs-Elysées: from 1946 on, it became a recognized scene featuring singers like Edith Piaf, Shirley MacLaine, Elton John, Marlene Dietrich and Maurice Chevalier.

But one of the most famous cabarets is without a doubt the Crazy Horse Paris show. It opened in 1951 on the George V avenue and is known for its nude female dancers chosen to be indistinguishable on stage in height and in breast size and shape. The cabaret came out of the mind of Alain Bernardin who wanted to put magic on stage. He created a wonderful universe of sparkle and glitter and beautiful women. Along with its dancers, the Crazy Horse has also been a popular venue for other artists, including magicians, jugglers and mime artists.

After the creator committed suicide at the beginning of the 90’s, his 3 children took over and the new management of the place attracted personalities like Dita Von Teese, Carmen Electra, and Arielle Dombasle… those women whose sex-appeal is undeniable have been stripping for a limited number of shows under the direction of Philippe Decouflé, choreographer.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to see one of the most famous Parisian shows and imagine Paris at the beginning of the 20th century with all the glitter and the glamour of Cabaret! Rent the best apartments in Paris and go have a memorable evening at the Crazy Horse Paris show.