Can you imagine taking a tour of the Paris Opera costume warehouse? Or, how about a backstage tour of the Comédie-Française theater? Or, maybe you would like to visit Elysée Palace, home to the president of France.
Well, if you're in Paris on the third weekend of September, you're in luck. ...
My 15-Year Blog Anniversary
Exciting news! I’m celebrating 15 years of blogging this month. I launched French Style in 2008 as a fun and creative outlet to share musings about my time living in France, travel tips, and the things I love.
At the time, I knew nothing about blogging, the implications of choosing a catchy ...
72 Hours in the Loire Valley
One of my favorite destinations outside of Paris is the Loire Valley. Known as the Garden of France, this stunningly beautiful region is emblematic of so much of what I love about French style.
The history of the Loire Valley is closely associated with the 100 years war. From 1337 to 1453, ...
Brand Spotlight: Mauviel
When it comes to furnishing my home, investing in Mauviel copper cookware was one of the best decisions I ever made.
At the time, everyone thought I was crazy for purchasing high-maintenance, non-nonstick cookware that required hand washing and regular polishing. My set is now more than 20-years ...
The Art of High-Low Dressing
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 curse - it gave ...
Is the Croissant French?
January 30 is National Croissant Day in the United States, so I thought I would look into the origins of this tasty treat. Much to my surprise, I discovered the croissant is originally an Austrian specialty bread known as kipferls.
According to legend, the croissant was invented in Vienna when ...
