What does it mean to be à la mode in Paris? How do the Parisians always appear so effortlessly chic? In this ode to the simple things in life, staff writer Chiara Lewis explores the timeless beauty of the French capital.

Accompanied by an English translation, Nadia Sorabji Stewart offers an intriguing interview with co-curator of the Nicolas de Staël exhibition at the Paris Musée d’art moderne. Providing an introduction to the world of de Staël and insights into curatorial practices, this probing interview is not to be missed.

In this acerbic commentary, Staff Writer Chiara Lewis critiques British attitudes towards language learning based on her observations from her time in Paris.

Staff writer Ollie Merriman explores the intercultural dynamics that converge on Strasbourg. In his explorations of the culture, architecture and history of this French border city, Ollie not only considers the identity of Strasbourg itself, but, rather, Europe as a whole.

Staff Writer Frey Delap explores the strained relationship between France and its former colonies in North Africa, questioning whether political actions can ever truly influence cultural attitudes.

Staff writer Alexandra Macpherson explores how the legacies of some controversial artists and authors can affect the way their work is viewed today, asking whether we can- or should- separate the artist from their art.

Tom Taylor explores how the architecture of Paris restricts the growth of the city both upwards and outwards, potentially sealing its fate as a ‘museum city’.

In this article, Joe Wherry discusses the politics of the “pass sanitaire” (health pass) in France, considered a “mal nécessaire” (“necessary evil”) by some, and an infringement on democratic rights by others.

Sophie Williams-Dunning explores the latest rift in France and Britain’s historically fraught relationship, but argues that ultimately the two countries would do well to put their differences to one side.