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It’s become a yearly tradition to create a gift guide for fellow Francophiles, and I must say I truly enjoy pulling it together! This year I am focused on supporting small business owners and makers, as well as keeping costs reasonable (with a few exceptions). This holiday season is certainly more challenging, but I hope this list will inspire, or perhaps even introduce you to a new creative! I purposely left books off this year, only because I have a dedicated bookshop.org page setup for all of my French-inspired favorites. I highly encourage you to buy your books from them, as it is the best way to support indie bookshops and authors. Should you desire more gifting inspiration, you can see my past gift guides here, and be sure to follow @thefrancophiles community for all things French, all the time. Joyeuses fêtes et happy shopping mes amis!
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1. this luxe new holiday candle features firewood + spicy notes…their matches also make a lovely (less expensive) gesture.
2. a fun nod to the flag, this tricolour kitsune (fox) keychain is the emblem of the famous French-Japanese fashion house.
3. the iconic Arc de Triomphe, painted in watercolor by artist Annie Montgomery + printed as a fine art giclée (a series)!
4. inspired by antique French tableware, this handcrafted porcelain mug by artist Marin Montagut is a personal favorite.
5. handmade by Bunny Shapiro with locally sourced materials, the bisous stitch bracelet is on my holiday wish list!
6. store your recipes in this stylish binder…inspired by Julia Child’s opus, it’s sure to delight any Francophile foodie.
7. made from flax grown + woven in Europe, this set of 100% linen napkins are the perfect addition to your holiday table.
8. for le petit patissier – this French-inspired baking kit comes in a clever case, complete with vintage vibes.
9. what is a Francophiles holiday decor without a baguette ornament? I mean…just like bread, it’s a necessity, non?
10. stay on trend for 2020 by staying safe and saving lives with these très chic masks (I also love and wear these).
11. the signature scent of Sézane, created alongside master perfumer Jérôme Di Marino, featuring floral notes.
12. a kid-friendly (water-based, vegan, made in France) nail polish + lip gloss set, designed in collaboration with Omy.
13. this “bonne nuit” pillow is 100% linen and silk screened by hand in Brooklyn and offered in a few different colorways.
14. a limited edition grooming kit “pour homme” (or anyone) by the dependable + classic French brand L’Occitane.