Discovering the Joys of Life in Paris

Stella, a young New York book editor, initially resists the idea of venturing to Paris due to her traumatic past, preferring the safety of routine. However, upon arriving in Paris and being encouraged to try on a glamorous dress, she undergoes a transformative experience. By following the shopkeeper's instructions to wear the dress and later indulge in oysters and champagne, Stella discovers a newfound sense of pleasure and excitement, opening herself up to the pleasures of art, food, and life in 1980s Paris.