A lovely collection of 19th-century accessories is on display at the Musée Cognac-Jay. Notebooks to help you organize your dance card with fans to keep you from fainting in your waist-nipping gown were all essential of the well-dressed socialite. This mansion turned museum has an exceptional permanent collection of furniture and paintings.
Porte-Bouquets. Musée Cognac-Jay. Through October 16. Closed Monday. 8 rue Elzévir, 75003. Metro Saint-Paul.
