French Diary in crafts-diy
DIY – a removable Peter Pan collar
As I said a few days ago on Facebook, a reader asked me to do this quick tutorial on how to make a removable Peter Pan collar. And here it is. It is the kind of accessory I enjoy wearing this... Continue reading »
French Diary in beauty
French Diary in fashion
Valentine
I think these are my favorite pics since the beginning of this year. Several things inspired me : this Lalique crystal heart pendant, given to me by my boyfriend on Valentine’s day; my Chanel... Continue reading »
French Diary in fashion
Hanami – american apparel long accordion pleat skirt
When the cherry trees are in full bloom, the Japanese celebrate Hanami. They picnic under the blossoming branches and stay with friends, gazing at the flowers until dusk. The flowering time is very... Continue reading »
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Swatch of the "les jeans" Chanel nail polishes...
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French Diary in beauty
French Diary in beauty
GIVEAWAY – Limited edition Chanel “les jeans”
I promised it ! Here is the giveaway for my blog’s first anniversary. I waited a few weeks because I wanted to find a real good idea, something that would really represent me and my style. And... Continue reading »
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A public bench in the woods
It’s an unexpected bench. You suddenly spot it among the wild trees, and it looks surreal with its immaculate whiteness. It is just there, inviting you to sit down. And if you do, you can dream... Continue reading »
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Neon pink satchel
How cool is that neon pink satchel? It’s so bright it gives people a start the first time they see it. I love it. Barbie pink is not an ideal color for styling (wearing it with black can easily... Continue reading »
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French Diary in fashion
The Sweater
I knew it. Hot weather couldn’t last forever. It wouldn’t have been fair, anyway. After so much time spent knitting, unpicking, knitting again this damn sweater… I had to wear it at least... Continue reading »
French Diary in fashion
Saint-Germain-des-Prés
It’s a long street framed with shop windows. Large windows on large shops, where you can see only a few expensive items, their presence enhanced by the empty space around them. Dusty windows... Continue reading »
French Diary in fashion
Sakura
An Etsy find again… Cherry blossoms are one of my favorite patterns. I couldn’t resist when I saw this leather iPhone sleeve… The shop is in my favorites now and I often think of it... Continue reading »
French Diary in fashion
Farniente
The weather has been so good lately… If only it could stay so forever. To me an ideal temperature would be between 17 and 25°C ! It makes me want light colours, pastel shades, milk-shakes and... Continue reading »
French Diary in fashion
Headband
I hardly wear my headbands and I think it is unfair. Headbands are the kind of accessories that effortlessly change a whole outfit. So does Anaïs think. She is the little fairy behind “Les... Continue reading »
French Diary in crafts-diy
Complete !
It has been a long time since I last showed you a new creation, don’t you think? I promised to myself that I wouldn’t begin something new until this sweater is finished. Aran sweaters... Continue reading »
French Diary in fashion
The dream fulfiller
One day – many years ago – my grandma gave me something. She gave me many things in fact : a lot of her time, her qualities, her habits. But few material things. It is her who taught me... Continue reading »
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Leather, lace and accordion pleats
I wanted to show you some of my latest finds (most of them purchased during the winter sales). “Pins and needles” shirt, on sale at Urban Outfitters Sandro leather shorts found on eBay. Size 2 is... Continue reading »
French Diary in fashion
Packaging story – the Leather Satchel Co
A few days ago I received one of my online purchases. But unlike other purchases, it was so nicely wrapped that I had to show you this packaging. It was wrapped in upcycled paper and rope, and these... Continue reading »
French Diary in fashion
Peter Pan
A leather Peter Pan collar, made a long time ago. A homemade swallow-print skirt (the print is homemade too, with transfer paper, it took me a whole sunday afternoon ) I never showed them to you so I... Continue reading »
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From mother to daughter
My lipstick is always a gift from my mother. It is a kind of personal tradition. I often departed from this habit though – with a collection of M.A.C fancy lipsticks in many fun colors, dark red,... Continue reading »
