Decor Thoughts – French State of Mind

November 17, 2009

What is a French state of mind?  I imagine lazy days, lots of cheese, great wine, and of course great company.
Some of my greatest memories last year were of the small house I shared with 3 other classmates in the countryside.  We had a small courtyard and a ridiculously large, floral, and totally awesome couch as well as a piano in the living room.  Our house grilled when we can but as I’ve mentioned before baguettes and cheese were definitely a mainstay.
Our cleaning lady also told us Johnny Depp lived nearby.  CRAZINESS right?  I regret not doing a little more stalking when I had the chance.

Here it is (I told you it was very floral right, our land lady decorated and the couch is half the room!)

Anyway, I saw a few things that bring that French state of mind anywhere!

First this classic candelabra to be used for either long summer nights or those cozy winter ones.

From Jayson Home and not bad at $125

Can you imagine putting your rings and knick knacks in these french love letter boxes?  Sigh just adorable.

Only $25 also from Jayson Home
How about putting your feet up on this silk loveliness after a long day?  Le sigh.
From Paris Hotel Boutique $1450 which is actually pretty good for an antique piece.
Something about these bowls are so adorable.   Maybe because they remind me a little of madeline cookies?
From Amazon at $17
If these things are a little out of reach, at least you can make your own French inspired stationary via the Style Guide.
What puts you in a French state of mind?
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  • Maria Killam November 17, 2009 at 02:43

    Ornate mirrors, they are so french and i would like one right now!

  • Melanie November 17, 2009 at 03:09

    Then Comes Wife: A Manhattan Wife’s Journey Back To Tradition
    I used to have an obsession with all things French. I dreamed of having a flat in Paris. But those days are long gone…now the closest I come to to Paris is my best friend who happens to be French.

  • vitaMinn style November 17, 2009 at 03:22

    Bonjour!!

    I now have a sudden craving for L’aduree macarons, escargot, foie gras & crepes! When I hear French, I think gourmet… and Chanel! =)

    Lovely furniture pieces here, tres chic indeed! =)

  • Tiffany November 17, 2009 at 03:59

    the love letter boxes are so unique! I love them.

  • Elizabeth Marie November 17, 2009 at 05:56

    Ohhh those love letter boxes are ADORABLE!!!!!

  • Denise November 17, 2009 at 07:57

    oh i love those love letter boxes. They’re amazing.

    btw i only thrift shop in my small town, here in our province, but there’s more in Manila, I heard in Pasig there’s a lot nice stores there. So make time to visit on those UKay stores. You’re gonna love it.

    have a great day!

    I Am Denise Katipunera

  • Jessica November 17, 2009 at 12:24

    Beautiful couch! I love all of your choices!

  • THE ALTERNATIVE BRIDE November 17, 2009 at 14:58

    swoon! i miss France so much! next trip 🙂

  • honey my heart November 17, 2009 at 18:02

    french letter boxes and lovely bowls, so chic!

  • Kristin November 17, 2009 at 19:43

    That candelabra is just beautiful!

  • Shop N' Chomp November 17, 2009 at 23:07

    That bowl is so pretty! I can totally see it filled with lovely soaps. 🙂

    P.S Thank you for visiting and following my blog! I can’t wait to read about your JC experience!

  • nina November 18, 2009 at 05:24

    Where did you live in France? I lived in Montpellier, in the south. I’ve spent a ton of time in Provence and in Languedoc, so for me, its the dry smell in the country–lavendar, herbs, the sound of cigales, olives…

  • FriendzCentury November 18, 2009 at 07:24

    The french love letter boxes are adorable!!

  • The Professional Bridesmaid November 18, 2009 at 13:38

    Sigh….baguette and cheese….French country side…so jealous.

  • LifestyleBohemia November 19, 2009 at 00:41

    That bench is gorgeous! I would throw some pretty pillows on it.
    Cute blog!
    xx

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