Monday, December 19, 2011

Galeries Lafayette - Noël 2009 vs Noël 2011


The grand dome sheltered the 66-foot tree in a traditional decor in 2009.  The boxes were re-wrapped for a different color scheme in 2010.  The giant red Christmas balls of 2008 were stunning.  The "rock'n mode" for 2011 is quite different as seen in my post last week.

Let's hope that we just "rock away" from this year's theme when the season is over.  The poster for Galleries Lafayette seen in the Métro stations just sums it up.



Galeries Lafayette
Boulevard Haussmann
75009 Paris
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23 comments:

  1. Sylvia KDecember 19, 2011 at 12:18 AM

    I do agree with you! Maybe you can just "rock away" from this one when the season is over. The poster does say it all, doesn't it! Love your photos though, as always! Hope your week is off to a great start, Genie! Enjoy! And have a very Happy, Merry Christmas!

    Hugs
    Sylvia

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  2. Shane PollardDecember 19, 2011 at 12:26 AM

    I agree Genie - not a theme to remember for me either.

    I've just cought up on lots of your posts!!!

    Merci mon amie
    for transporting me back to Paris in Winter mode - lovely!

    Joyeux Noel
    Christmas hugs
    Shane

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  3. Leon SimsDecember 19, 2011 at 12:26 AM

    Genie - you've stolen my thunder - I'm posting about Galeries Lafayette next Wednesday on "Wednesday's in France".
    http://melbourneourhome.blogspot.com/
    Although we don't leave a comment that often, we always pop in for a read. Your posts bring back so many memories of our trips to Paris. Thank you and best wishes for the festive season.
    Leon and Sue

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  4. French Girl in SeattleDecember 19, 2011 at 3:05 AM

    Congrats Genie: You are one of my Giveaway winners! Contact me please!

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  5. Ricardo MiñanaDecember 19, 2011 at 4:38 AM

    Christmas is endearing,
    Very beautiful pictures,
    they reach your home the peace and happiness these days indicated.
    Happy Holidays!.
    a hug.

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  6. The Cloth ShedDecember 19, 2011 at 5:09 AM

    I agree...The Rock and Roll mode is certainly not as festive.
    I was there in 2010 when the boxes were gold and the dome looked stunning. Wonder what they will do next year?
    Julie x

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  7. PatDecember 19, 2011 at 6:24 AM

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  8. PatDecember 19, 2011 at 6:27 AM

    Super shot of the dome!!

    Have you seen "Love Actually"? If so, remember Billy Mack's Christmas is All Around?

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  9. brattcatDecember 19, 2011 at 7:06 AM

    love that perspective, genie.

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  10. LouiseDecember 19, 2011 at 7:16 AM

    2009 was so much better!

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  11. MalyssDecember 19, 2011 at 11:49 AM

    I agree, Iggy Pop and rock'nroll do not match with Xmas spirit!

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  12. ErikaDecember 19, 2011 at 1:32 PM

    Merveilleux!!!
    Chère Genie je te souhaite un Joyeux Noel.
    Bise
    Erika

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  13. JamesDecember 19, 2011 at 5:48 PM

    I like Iggy but there's a place for everything. I still wish I went to Paris this season. :)

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  14. AnonymousDecember 19, 2011 at 6:15 PM

    I couldn't agree with you more! Somehow it just does not fit the festive season of Christmas.

    Don't you wonder who thought of this?

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  15. MDecember 19, 2011 at 7:36 PM

    I just have a one-word comment about Noel Rock'n Mode --- NON!!! It doesn't do a thing for me! And, it most certainly does NOT inspire me to shop!

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  16. JackDecember 19, 2011 at 7:59 PM

    Looks like they are stretching for a different demographic this year. Maybe they figure they already have the more mature and well-heeled demographic sewn up and can take them for granted. My suspicion is that your reaction is common, they will see the error of their ways, and return to a more traditional approach next year. The only way to be sure is for you to go back!

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  17. Rob-bearDecember 19, 2011 at 9:42 PM

    Whatever. I'm looking for a relaxed Christmas this year.
    I hope you have a wonderful time, even if you're not in France.

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  18. martinealisonDecember 19, 2011 at 10:00 PM

    De quoi perdre la tête...!
    Gros bisous

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  19. Genie -- Paris and BeyondDecember 20, 2011 at 12:29 AM

    James, I just barely was there and missed many of the just-revealed windows. By the time I get there in January it will be gone.

    Jack, thank you again for helping me justify my trips - hah!

    To all, if I am not mistaken, the creator/artist of this theme is from NYC. Hummmmm....

    Thank you for your comments!

    Bises,
    Genie

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  20. JoeDecember 20, 2011 at 4:33 AM

    A very creative shot Genie. I like this one very much.

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  21. Auberge chez RichardDecember 20, 2011 at 10:56 AM

    You just can't beat Galeries Lafayette - Christmas time or anytime!

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  22. RandyDecember 20, 2011 at 11:14 PM

    I would not want to have the job of hanging these up.

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  23. Photos by StanDecember 22, 2011 at 11:48 PM

    As always, a fine image! I'm wondering how B&W would workwith the dome--- Happy Holidays!!!

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Merci for your comments!