This is the first time I went to Paris and opted for a Gerard Darel bag - I really needed something in black patent and they had the right bag - this is one of the Saint-Germain models - It has a zipper side rather than the ties and that sold me. Of course I bought a gorgeous scarf at LV which I'll post photos of on the LV site - Paris was hot and crowded but the wine was as good as ever and saw 2 wonderful art exhibits!! Always an amazing destination!