2019 started with a bang for us, a traumatic, serious illness for one of us, then flu for two of us, then more serious illness – all washed down with a good dose of anxiety about it all in the weeks that followed. Not the best start to the fresh new year, but we are Read the full article…
Well hello everybody! Happy New Year to you! Did you have a lovely time? We are feeling the cold and like we need to hibernate, save money and eat less pork and pastry goods. Did you make any NY resolutions? I’m not a fan, why lie to yourself? However, I do think that the new Read the full article…
So my little Woody Woodpecker has just gone into CP which is the start of “real’ primary school here in France. It seems to have gone so fast his early years. He really did NOT enjoy the first few years of French Maternelle, I don’t think he found enough to keep him interested. The French Read the full article…
It’s a well-accepted fact that it can be tough to move house, but moving abroad with kids in tow, well that would be off that chart, right? In fact, it’s not as hard as you might think, especially if you follow the tips provided in the guide below. Making Dreams a Reality One way that Read the full article…
Grey is literally one of my favourite colours, our home is full of it. From pale dove-grey to dark anthracite, I literally cannot get enough of it paired with crisp white. I am less keen on it appearing on my head however. I am lucky that until my 40th birthday I didn’t have a single Read the full article…
We all love that classic French chic look don’t we? The key ingredients for any French fashion wardrobe are comfort, neutral shades, versatility, and streamlined pieces. When building your French capsule wardrobe, you should always begin with the staples. Read on to create your very own French style capsule wardrobe with plenty of je ne Read the full article…
No matter which room of the house it is, walking into a dark and gloomy room can be quite depressing. Thank goodness spring is finally on it’s way! If you have a naturally dark room in the house, here are some great tips on brightening a dark room. Identifying the Cause There may be an Read the full article…
Here at Love French Style Blog, we adore classic French Interior design but admire so many other trends too. While interior design is an important component of your home, so too is creating a home that you and your family adore and your friends love to visit. As for our faces, time can be a Read the full article…
Owning a second home is such a luxury – the idea of jetting off to your favourite holiday destination to enjoy much needed R and R is dreamy let’s face it. Having worked in insurance, I met a number of people over the years who suffered breaks ins to their holiday homes and it goes Read the full article…
Creating the perfect French style decor at home takes time and planning. We all know that creating a stunning Pinterest board and translating that into a real home design is often much harder than it looks. When you see stunning designs online or in magazines, you’ll often feel inspired to create something similar. But even Read the full article…
Take inspiration from the Interior Design Trends for 2018 before you get started on any home makeovers this year. With a new season almost upon us, make the most of your spring clean with a restyle and welcome in some of 2018’s key interior trends. Looking back to last year’s trends To look forward, it’s always Read the full article…
French women seem to be able to pull off any style they want don’t they? From styling a chic French style home to an enviable lifestyle of long lunches, Breton stripes and staying slim. How do these French women manage to look so effortlessly gorgeous all the time? Here’s a few ideas on weaving a little Read the full article…
2018 marks the 15th year in France for us here at Love French Style Blog – not bad for a 12 month sabbatical back in 2003! So much has happened in that time – blood, sweat and tears – quite literally at times! We have restored our little cottage Le Petit Loft with hard work, a Read the full article…