Living and Loving French Style
So I hear you ask “what is living and loving French style”?
Well, after living part time in France for the last 10 years and spending lots of time in the homes of others and being a part of our village and watching the locals in Paris, I believe the French have their own way of living and loving.
That is, loving each other, loving their city, town or village, loving their homes and gardens and even how they see themselves.
The French are always trying to surround themselves with a beautiful life. Whether this is by spending time in their public green spaces including squares and gardens, maintaining their historic architecture or making the appreciation of good food, traditions and the arts the norm, they consider it part of a beautiful life and something worth taking the time to cultivate. The French also take great care in how they present themselves and their homes.
Here are a few observations on how the French create a beautiful life around them –
- Balconies over flowing with seasonal flowers or evergreen plants
- Setting the table with their finest crockery, cutlery and cloth napkins
- Maintaining a healthy lifestyle with lots of walking
- Eating seasonal fresh produce purchased at markets
- Regularly visiting art galleries, museums and historical monuments
- Making family time important (often the traditional family Sunday lunch)
- Respecting how they dress and appear to others
- Making the most of outdoor green spaces in a city or embracing the countryside and beaches
Of course these are only general observations of mine but I do believe this is how the French approach life. Anyone can live and love in what I call a French style. You could try some of the observations above, appreciate the beauty around you, only surround yourself with quality and beauty and fourthly, let go of what does not enhance yourself or your family.
There’s also a beauty in being true to yourself and pursuing what is important to you. Are you passionate about a sport, hobby, foreign language or other activity that can enrich your life?
How Can A French Collection Help You Live and Love French Style?
We share articles on living in France, recipes for cooking fresh French food, review books on the subject of living and loving in France and even take small groups on tours of Paris and Brittany so you can experience the magic of Paris and living and loving French style for yourself.
Here are some ideas and articles –
- French recipe Tarte au Citron to share with family and friends
- Ideas for dressing simply but stylishly as explored in book Chic Slim Toujours
- A French Collection Classic Paris Tour brochure and information
- A French Collection Brittany Tour brochure and information
Part of enjoying a beautiful life, is being passionate about what you love and helping others. We try to do that here at A French Collection.
See you next time… Annette xx
