It's a Mother's Day roundup full of gift ideas to add a bit of French Flair to your loved one's life. Mais oui! This was inspired by my favorite Francophile, my grandma Mimi; I've spent many holidays and birthdays looking for the perfect Parisian gift to give her. She has built up quite the collection by now. It's been a difficult week, I had to say goodbye to Mimi as she is going to live in a nursing home on the west coast. Difficult is an understatement. Mimi has lived close by to me my entire life, and we've never gone more than two weeks without seeing each other. I can't even begin to express how much I will miss her. But I'm lucky enough to have so many memories that will stay with me forever. Love-Love Mimi, and Happy (early) Mother's Day...this post is for you!
1. It's the Trench. Essential for chic Parisian style...an investment piece that will stay with her forever. I love this classic from French Connection.
2. I always throw in a quirky fun gift- this fits the criteria. Mimi loves to sketch and draw, so I think it's a must-have for that aspiring artist!
3. Ooooh a feminine chic French pink-lilac nail color. Can't go wrong.
4. All of these candles have French dessert scents...drool. Coconut macaroons are Mimi's fave! The jars are replicas of vintage Parisian pottery, and so charming that I personally want a few.
5. Mimi said she's going to miss the cats she had at home, so when I came across this shirt I knew it was meant to be. A vintage-style baseball tee with a playful image, labeled Noir- French for black.
6. Etsy has a huge selection of gifts for the Francophile. It was hard to choose between all the jewelry, clothing, and goodies for the home. But this sweet simple pillow would be the perfect touch to send some love to Mimi in her new digs.
7. Joeseph Altuzarra's Parisian inspired collection for J.Crew is now available! These cherry espadrilles are tres chic.
8. Splurge on a set of dinner plates for your hostess with the mostest! These Eiffel Tower Dinner Plates are vibrant, whimsical, and dishwasher safe...woohoo! Another pick from my favorite store- Anthropologie.
P.S. When in doubt, just turn to Chocolat. Not talking about the sweet treats, but (hint hint) who doesn't want to watch Johnny Depp in France?! Mimi and I have watched this movie together a bunch of times and it just keeps getting better. xoxo
