I’m starting to feel the pressure to learn as much langue de français as possible. Just 160 days until I’m in Provence, speaking with the natives and celebrating one of my favorite places on earth. Unfortunately, the more I learn, the more it seems to fall out the other end (my other ear, not the rear)! Oh, lo lo lo!
One thing I have learned, I’m more prepared then I was last year (derrière année). In fact, my travels to France seem to get more relaxed and familiar every time I visit. But this time, I will bring two pairs of sandals…and more scarves! Walking around Saint Val du Vence, Goult, Amboise,Giverny, and Paris, I actually blew out a pair of sandals. But, I am prepared now. I was a good girl and did my research on the internet. I asked the question on the Google search engine, “What are the most comfortable woman’s sandals on earth?” Of course, several brands popped up, but I read the blogs and remarks, and took "le plunge" and bought a pair. In fact, I bought a second pair right after the first pair went on my feet the day they arrived. I found that Merrell is what I consider the most comfortable, stylish and light on the feet. They aren’t the cheapest brand, but in this case, you get what you pay for. Is this another frenchness thing (buy quality, not quantity)?
One French thing I just adore, is the French woman’s obsession with scarves. J’adore les foulards! I only selected two scarves to bring on my last trip from my grand collection, how distressing! All kidding aside, there is nothing like un foulard to dress up a simple dress, a top, or a jean jacket. I read in fashion magazine that french women don't wear scarves...they flaunt them! You instantly feel like une belle femme, n’est pas? My favorite secret is that I get many of my scarves from second-hand stores. In this case, you get what you pay for, which is a lot! I approach these stores like a treasure hunt. Voila, I found you, une belle écharpes, amongst this heap of bric-a-brac! I usually wear my scarves fairly simple, throw it around my neck. However, I found a great site from Brooks Brothers that shows how to wear my favorite accessory in various ways. Enjoy!
Will I even need a scarf in Provence in July? mais oui! I’m looking forward to wearing my “all white” look. I noticed that Provençal women wear white linen all summer. It’s not only practical during the sizzling l’été afternoons, but it looks so fresh. Linen breathes, thank god, and while I’m walking through the daily farmers markets of Provence, I will not only look stylish, but stay cool. I can smell the fresh baguette, tomates et fromages already, can you?
Alors, I have my essentials for a prepared and stylish trip to Provence: sandals, scarves, white linen, and my French dictionary. You can also find me on Facebook. Always a pleasure to talk to you, have a great day, a bientôt!
vocabulaire:
langue de français: french language
derrière année: last year
J’adore les foulards: I love scarves
une belle femme, n’est pas a beautiful woman, don't you agree?
mais oui: but yes, of course
l’été: summer
tomates et fromages tomatoes and cheeses
vocabulaire:
langue de français: french language
derrière année: last year
J’adore les foulards: I love scarves
une belle femme, n’est pas a beautiful woman, don't you agree?
mais oui: but yes, of course
l’été: summer
tomates et fromages tomatoes and cheeses
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