Many years ago, I spent three weeks in August traveling from Paris to Carcassonne with two French girlfriends. We made our way slowly through France, stopping in small villages, enjoying long lunches, and exploring along the way. With France once again enduring record summer temperatures, I often find myself thinking…
Looking polished isn’t about having a closet full of designer labels—it’s about intention and perhaps that elusive je ne sais quoi—the subtle, indefinable quality French women seem to mastered. Women who appear perfectly put together understand how to make everything work in harmony. Over time (and with more than a…
During my spring trip to Paris, one of the things I was most looking forward to was visiting the Worth: Inventing Haute Couture exhibit at the Petit Palais. As someone fascinated by the history of fashion, this exhibition was high on my list of must-sees, and I’m so glad I…
Dior, ce génie léger propre à son temps dont le nom magique comporte Dieu et or. – Jean Cocteau I visited La Galerie Dior for the first time last spring, and it was magical – truly one of most beautiful museums I have ever seen. The exhibit is curated from…
I spent my college days working in the American and European Designer Salon at Marshall Field’s – the premier Chicago department store of its day. As you can imagine, my time on the sales floor prompted an interest in fashion and quality apparel. The experience was a blessing and a…
When it comes to dressing like a French girl for the holidays, think chic, polished, and elegant. Today, I partnered with fellow Francophile, Noelani from La Vie on Grand to share some tips on how to incorporate French style into your holiday wardrobe. For inspiration, we turned to French fashion…
I began my blog in 2008 as a fun and creative outlet to share musings about my time in Paris, the things I love, making the most of your travels, and how to bring everyday France into your everyday life—no matter where you live.
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