A CHAT WITH AMY THOMAS
Parisian Guide talked to Amy Thomas about what it was like to forge new beginnings in the most romantic city in the world. As an associate creative director for Ogilvy & Mather, she was recruited in 2009 to work on Louis Vuitton’s digital advertising.
In addition to gleaning two years’ worth of delicious memories, Amy has managed to write a book about her experiences, Paris, My Sweet: A Year in the City of Light (and Dark Chocolate). Aside from contributing to publications such as the New York Times, New York Post and National Geographic Traveler, she also maintains two blogs: www.godiloveparis.blogspot.com and dessertfordinner.com (Photos by Lindsey Tramuta)
What made you move to a new city? What made you choose the French capital?
I had a years-long love for and obsession with Paris. When the opportunity to move there for my job walked through my door, I was all too happy to say yes.
What were the most difficult things about moving here?
Leaving my friends and family. Leaving comfort and security. Fear of the unknown.
What was the first Parisian thing you fell in love with?
The sound of an ambulance. I was 19, it was my very first day in Paris – I spent a semester at the AmericanUniversity of Paris – and when I heard the siren, I knew I was very far from home.
