Tuesday, September 21, 2010

French ME!

Every since I was a little girl I have collected images and created daydreams of what it would be like to visit Paris. The City of Romance they call it but also the City of Art. Parisians are true to their culture and to themselves and I find this most intriguing. It is home to Couture houses such as Dior, CHANEL, Balenciaga, Givenchy and former members like Paco Rabanne, Patou, Poiret & Vionnet who were huge influences in fashion.

Parisians have a very confident way of holding themselves. They are chic, sophisticated and effortlessly elegant. So lets see how you can incorporate some Parisian into your style. How do you capture that Je ne sais quoi?



♥ Posture. The first tip I would like to give you is to correct and improve your posture. Not only does it make a difference in your appearance, it's also good for your health. Correcting your posture is pretty much a matter of awareness. Other things you can do is to strengthen your stomach muscles. This is your core and the center of balance. When you strengthen this part it can help you stand straighter. Taking yoga classes are beneficial as well

♥ Choose classic feminine pieces. You will wear these often because they are classics so invest in the best quality you can afford. It's like your canvas. And the accents you add gives it character

♥ Less is more. Here in America we are used to getting all dolled up for a night out. Before we walk out that door we have to make sure we have every hair in place, that our fake eyelashes are applied & that we're wearing our favorite push-up bra. Nothing wrong with that but its not gonna work if you're trying to go for the Parisian style. Don't over think and over do your look. Focus on your best features and dress with that in mind and choose clothes that fit your figure. You want to feel confident, powerful and classy

♥ Pay attention to detail. Are your nails shaped and clean, is there a run in your stockings, is your handbag full of old recipes and unnecessary items? They say you can distinguish a woman's personality by the contents of her handbag

♥ Wear sexy undergarments. This is more for yourself than anyone else. It makes you feel sexy, flirty and pretty. Isnt that what being a woman is all about? The French have a lot of sex appeal without having to reveal or expose too much skin. And I believe its one of the secrets to setting the mood and confidence for the day

♥ Add chic accents
like lace, bows, pearls, diamonds and fragrance



And there you have it. I hope this can be used as an inspiration for you to enhance your unique personality and style. Experiment and have fun with it. I created a little video of how i incorporated a lil bit of french into my own style hehe. Salut.



23 comments:

  1. my purse rarely has anything... sexy lingerie does make a girl feel sexy =] Everything you said does relate to French so way to go! Great blog post. You're gorgeous like always!

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  2. ahhhh love this! great tips for becoming Parisian CHIC! I'm learning french right now in school (and enjoying it VERY much) and this post made it even more fun (I'm soooo looking forward to being able to speak it *fingers crossed*)

    loved the video too; you're soooo beautiful!

    <3jimin

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  3. I love this type of style! I don't know if the French themselves wear this exact style, but it certainly is something is often associated with being French! Lace, bows, pearls, gold, pink.. it's all stuff that I'm utterly drooling over.

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  4. Great tips! I definitely agree that less is more. Paris is the most amazing city - I've only been once but I can't wait to go back. The beauty there is endless!

    Xo Chelle
    discoveringelegance.com

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  5. i'm the less is more type of girl. minimalism is key. hello, thanks for following my blog. followed you as well. :)

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  6. Hehe sorry if I sounded nit-picky at all! It was late at night! You are right, it's your interpretation and I have to say that I like your interpretation :)

    Nope I haven't tried it... I am trying to stay away from sample sites myself atm hahahah. Yes, I am an enabler.

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  7. gawd you're hot! i can watch that vid all day lol .... in a non creepy way....if that can be non creepy lolol love your tips! i always try to work on my posture but sometimes ppl think i look snobby cause of how i carry myself sometimes lol so i add a little slouch to make me look humble when needed lolol if that makes sense =P and i totally agree with the lingerie! i feel so sexy when im wearing them even tho no one sees! =) its like my secret and its very empowering indeed! haha i love being a girl ;)

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  8. awww i LOVE it. I want to go to Paris now haha :D

    x Christine

    http://christineiversen.blogspot.com/

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  9. I like your blog its so cute!
    I'm following :)

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  10. I am the only one facing the problem of not being able to view your lovely pictures? Been coming here but the pictures appear as crosses. =( Could only make myself happy by viewing your vidz. I love your personal take on parisian. Lace, pearls and all. Agree with sexy lingerie. It gives inner confidence a boost!

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  11. So chic! I found a dress at H&M the other day that reminded me of Carrie Bradshaw's Paris dresses, and I wanted to buy it to give myself an excuse to visit Paris! But who needs an excuse, really? :)

    -Ashley
    http://breakfastatsaks.blogspot.com

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  12. lovely entry. you've just reminded me to really watch my posture. i got a bad posture coz i got smack on the lower back when i used to play hockey and now i cant really stand up straight :( but thanks for reminding. x

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  13. cute blog!

    katslovefashion.blogspot.com

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  14. wonderful parisian advice! thanks so much for sharing! please stop by tomorrow - i'm having a great jewelry giveaway and would love for you to enter.

    ps-i had genmaicha green tea today and it was terrific :)

    xoxo,
    carrie

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  15. oh i love your blogs! very lovely video i always love coco's quotes ;)

    i don't know why though, i can never see your photos!

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  16. Bonjour, I would just like to say I enjoyed your post and you have amazing blog. I love your banner.

    I agree with what you said about the posture and everything else. Great guide I would want to follow to get the look.

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  17. splurging in australia hurts. its so expensive :( haha

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  18. oh i can see them now, i use google chrome? Lovely pictures:)!

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  19. Oh, just love this. Paris is beautiful and I can't wait to go back someday. Adding a little 'french' into your life can never be a bad thing!!

    Xo Chelle
    discoveringelegance.com

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  20. I love this post..so Parisian Chic :) & you look so adorable. Love the music in the video, whose it by??

    NR
    Xxxx

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  21. the song is called, Le plus beau du quartier by Carla Bruni =)

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  22. you are gorgeous babe!! love you style, taste, look...everything!!! keep up the good work <3 xoxo

    K.C.

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