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Stripped walls revealing bare plaster create an effortless sense of faded French chic. Add an elegant Louis XVI chair and a gilt stand for instant old-world glamour.
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Swap traditional pictures in frames for large-scale tapestries to create an eye-catching display. The gently curved commode topped with an ormolu clock will keep the room refined.
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Minimalism is key to creating a French-style home. Arrange your favourite ceramics by theme and colour on a dresser or open shelves to show them off to their best advantage.
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Create an elegant reading corner by a window – all that’s required is an upholstered chair with delicate detailing and a low table for balancing your book and a cup of tea.
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Confit pots in bright green or yellow glazes, linen tablecloths, plenty of rustic wooden boards and strings of garlic will bring a touch ofjenesais quoito your kitchen.
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A beautiful carved serving table gives your dining table breathing space. Decorate with a scrolling urn filled with seasonal produce or flowers, and heavy glassware.
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Somewhere refined to sit and brush your hair or apply make-up is an everyday luxury. Fit a small carved table snugly into an empty corner for a practical as well as an attractive addition to your bedroom.
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To ensure the bedroom isn’t too overtly feminine, keep the furniture bold and sturdy. Try layering the bed with quilts to give the room personality and warmth.
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From coffee and croissants, to a pre-supper drink, a simple bistro table and chairs is key to capturing the French vibe at home. Fill borders or pots with lavender to guarantee a fragrant aroma that transports you to Provence every day.
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