Happy Monday, friends! Sometimes it’s nice to start the workweek with a hefty dose of pure prettiness, isn’t it? Lately I’ve been loving the contrast of humble kraft paper with sleek black, especially when it’s tied up into a classic, feminine bow. Trés chic, non? It definitely speaks to the francophile in me (see bottom… read more
Tag Archives: French
Weekend Notes
Ever since reading this book as a little girl, I’ve had a love affair with Paris and its exports – croissants, striped shirts and Céline bags included. I finally got to go when my mom took me there on the ultimate high school graduation trip, and I’ll never forget the week we spent eating mont… read more
The Iconic Hostess :: Amelie
Bonjour mes amis! I hope your passport is up to date because today we’re taking a little trip to Paris (you don’t mind, do you?). I (Ana) remember the first time I saw Amélie—it was in one of my favorite old movie theatres that has since closed down, with a bucket full of buttery popcorn… read more
Daydreaming… A French Country Summer
*sigh* Anyone else hoping that their summer looks just a little like this? As usual, I’ve been totally swept away by the gorgeous photography captured by Emilie over on Griottes, palette culinaire. In this post, she takes us along on her journey through the French countryside brimming with nature’s bounty, stunning vistas and her jaw-dropping culinary creations…and… read more
DIY :: Petit Sweets Favor Display
You didn’t really think we’d tease you with this morning’s tres chic baby shower photos, and not share any of the DIY details, did you? With such a large group, we wanted to keep the favors small and simple (but still full of French flair), so we set up a candy favor display right by the front… read more
Bonjour, Bébé!
Something’s definitely in the water around here – I have so many friends getting pregnant and having babies lately (which is actually quite nice since it means lots of future playmates for baby Styles!) Earlier this month I had the honor of hosting one of my best friend’s shower for her soon-to-arrive baby girl. Lauren is… read more
My Little Obsession
You know a site is special when you don’t understand a lick of the language it’s written in, yet you spend a good chunk of your day perusing through it’s content. I’ve had My Little Day bookmarked for quite some time, mainly because of the precious main image on their home page (above). But it… read more
Annie + Oliver
I got married on a sunny day in June with clear blue skies…it was the garden party wedding I’d always imagined. As perfect as the setting was, sometimes I imagine what it would be like to walk down the aisle in the wintertime, with a glamorous big city reception and loads of flickering candlelight. Well… read more
Parisian Place Setting
J’adore these French-inspired table runners spotted over on The Wedding Chicks…and would you believe that they’re a semi-simple DIY project? Equally beautiful for an at-home dinner party or a larger scale event, they incorporate a customizable vintage monogram design available here. These little lovelies were the brainchild of EAB Designs…who conveniently sells them on her… read more
Picnic de Provence
Last night I was all ready to go to my fave French restaurant with friends…only to discover that (horrors!) they’re closed on Tuesdays. Since I didn’t get to satisfy my steak frites cravings, I’m feeling particularly enamored with this Provençal Picnic spotted on Design Sponge. The idea behind this imaginary tête-à-tête was a romantic anniversary… read more
