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francophile gift guide – mother’s day edition

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As a devout Francophile and mother, I can honestly say that I would be thrilled to receive any of the items on this list! I always enjoy curating French-inspired gift guides, and this one is dedicated to les mamans, but of course can serve as inspiration for any special female or friend in your life. If you’re not already, be sure to join @thefrancophiles community for all things French. Mother’s Day is around the corner on both continents…happy shopping mes amis!

1.  this luxe new Cire Trudon beeswax candle was created in honor of bees and is dedicated to saving the species.

2.  100% of net proceeds from this chic “I love you Mom” tee by Clare V. benefits Every Mother Counts.

3.   inspired by French body care + handcrafted in Seattle, French Girl Organics fleur de rose facial polish is a luxe treat.

4.  treat Mom to hashtag rosé all day with this 3 pc. bento box of rosé-infused gummies from Sugarfina!

5.   Paris in Bloom by Georgianna Lane is longer-lasting than a bouquet and is an elegant tour of the city in the spring.

6.  this porcelain “maman adorée” mug by émoi émoi is sure to make her smile every time she picks it up.

7.  a clever take on the French national motto, this sturdy + chic Clare V. tote also benefits Every Mother Counts.

8.  the famous nutty chocolate chip cookies from Maman bakery are now available for shipping nationwide!

9.  made in France, this L’Occitane shea butter kit is a lovely collaboration with Rifle Paper Co.

10. the illustrations of Garance Doré are perfect for any Francophile femme…this “XO” poster would be a thoughtful gift.

francophile gift guide – book edition

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Since my Francophile gift guide was such a big hit last year, I’m bringing it back but with a twist – books! With so many amazing French-inspired book releases this year, it was quite hard to narrow it down to eleven, but these are some of my personal favorites. Full disclosure: a few of these authors are friends, and a few of these books were gifted, but this post is not sponsored. For more gifting inspiration for the Francophiles in your life, check out the Francophiles Pinterest boards, and please do follow along over @thefrancophiles…more to come in 2019! Happy shopping mes amis!

1.   this Parisian Chic journal by French icon Ines de la Fressange is ideal for the writer or traveler in your life.

2.   the debut cookbook by The Cook’s Atelier is so stunning – I’ve gifted it twice already this year!

3.   a set of two chic passport pocket notebooks by Rifle Paper Co., for your next French adventure.

4.   Women of Singular Beauty is a richly personal book of photographs that capture the essence of CHANEL.

5.   for the Francophile mamas and kids, In the French Kitchen with Kids by Mardi Michels brings everyone to the table.

6.   Tasting Paris is the latest from Clotilde Dusoulier and will surely transport you (and your taste buds) to Paris.

7.   for the serious Francophile wishing to understand modern Paris, The New Paris by Lindsey Tramuta is a must-read.

8.   Paris in Bloom by Georgianna Lane is an elegant photographic tour of the city during its most beautiful season.

9.   for design lovers, Maison: Parisian Chic at Home features fifteen homes infused with French style.

10. perfectly pocket-sized, Paris in Stride: An Insider’s Walking Guide is cleverly illustrated by Jessie Kanelos Weiner.

11. just released, Apéritif: Cocktail Hour the French Way by Rebekah Peppler is a celebration of cocktails and culture.

francophile gift guide

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My passion for all things French is well known – it was the inspiration for starting this blog, and fueled my most recent venture, @thefrancophiles. I always seek out French brands and French-inspired products as gifts, and enjoy curating Francophile-focused gift guides each holiday season. I either own these items or covet them myself (ahem Santa), so you can feel confident about any and all of them. It’s difficult for me to narrow the selection, but you can always peek at my personal Pinterest, as well as the Francophiles Pinterest boards, for more inspiration. Happy shopping mes amis!

 

1.   you simply can’t go wrong with this stunning mini candle collection by Diptyque.

2.   inspired by French body care + handcrafted in Seattle, French Girl Organics Lumière body oil is a luxe treat.

3.   while there are numerous books I could include, this one about the history + brand of Veuve Clicquot is a beauty.

4.   for la petite Parisienne…this chic tea set by Moulin Roty is sure to delight.

5.   this Obvious State mug is perfect for the intellectual Francophile (or coffee lover), “mostly because it’s in French”.

6.   one of Oprah’s favorite things this year, the holiday trio cookie box by Maman is a perfect hostess gift!

7.   whomever is at the receiving end of this French-scripted tassel tote will be thanking you a million times over.

8.   this chic + comfy sweatshirt by Clare V. is a take on the French national motto and benefits Every Mother Counts.

9.   a fun gift for any aspiring Francophone, this French Words Boutique notebook is a personal favorite.

10. for the little Francophiles or Paris-obsessed friend, this wooden Eiffel music box will surely be treasured.

francophile gift guide

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If you’re reading this blog post, you most likely have many Francophile friends to shop for – this gift guide is for you! My passion for all things French is well known (and was the inspiration for starting this blog, after all) and I stand behind each one of these selections. I either own them or covet them myself (ahem Santa), so you can feel confident about any and all of them! Also, if you’re not already, be sure to follow @thefrancophiles for the best French-inspired moments, places, and people. I may be a bit biased, but I might also be right (wink). Happy shopping mes amis! 

 

1.   explore the city of light through the eyes of bibliophiles with these literary Paris postcards by Obvious State.

2.   nobody does mustard better than Maille, and this “mustards on tap” gift set is perfect for the holidays.

3.   for the glam girl in your life, this maxi palette by French icon Sonia Rykiel for Lancôme should do the trick!

4.   what could be more perfect than a handmade, France-shaped cutting board?! hashtag hostess gift.

5.   inspired by French body care + handcrafted in Seattle, anything from French Girl Organics is a treat.

6.   coloring books are both fun and relaxing – the Paris Street Style is a great choice.

7.   exhale and escape with the Secret Paris coloring book – even better when paired with pencils!

8.   this festive candle from Diptyque is filled with the incredible scent of a lush, pine-laden forest.

9.   pour les enfants or the sweet littles in your life…look no further than this all-natural croissant shaped teether!

10. no holiday cheese board is complete without a Laguiole cheese knives – get the party started!

11.  for the older tots, the Paris pop-out set by Petit Collage is what little Francophiles dreams are made of.

all they want for christmas

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Every year I share Henry + Marie’s wish list, in the hopes that Santa is a blog reader. For the first time, they actually wrote a letter to the big man himself and mailed it to the North Pole. They both asked for instruments (to our delight) – a violin and a guitar, to be exact. Oh – and scooters (perfect for our more urban situation). If you’re looking for more children’s gift ideas, you can browse their past wish lists here + here, as well as this pinterest board. The kids have been sweet about donating older toys, and we also make a donation to a charity each year – here is one of our favorites. As with every holiday, it is such a gift to experience the magic through their eyes. It is the best part of this season, by far.

 

1…G NANCY black + white stars pajamas…they’re both in need of a new pair (we love them).

2…WALNUT ANIMAL SOCIETY ruthie the deer holiday edition…obsessed with everything about this.

3…KIKO hikoki jet…to remind them of our adventures + to inspire more!

4…Y.R.SEASONS 1/4 size ebony acoustic violin…for mes enfants + their wooden food collection! 

5…ALEKSANDRA + DANIEL MIZIELINSKA  maps…for our little bookworms + explorers.

6…ROXY MARJ lilbow pillow doll…to inspire sweet dreams + imaginations.

7…BLABLA KIDS super hero finger puppet set…both M + H are into all things super hero at the moment!

8…SOOPSORI wooden robot…well, because it’s just so cool.

9…ODETTE WILLIAMS denim + gold kids apron…for baking christmas cookies!

10..OLI + CAROL small spotty ducks…I love all of their natural, chic bath toys. 

11..MICRO KICKBOARD mini micro scooter…don’t worry, Santa will bring helmets too – bring on the fun!