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Paris Chatou Antique Fair
Paris Chatou Antiques Fair, a feast for the eyes and nourishment for your vintage soul! Here's what you need to know ...
Helen@Quintessentially
Aug 28, 20243 min read
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Châteaux, Brocante and Vinyards; Uncover the Beauty and History of France's Loire Valley
What could be finer than to immerse oneself in French history, inspired by grand castles to search brocantes for French antiques
Helen@Quintessentially
Aug 14, 20245 min read
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Navigating the Treasure Troves: Insider Tips for Paris Fleamarkets Part 2
Do you dream of wandering through a Paris fleamarket, finding a treasure? Read this insider's guide to the markets the locals shop.
Helen@Quintessentially
Jul 12, 20244 min read
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Exploring Paris fleamarkets: Puces Saint Ouen Part 2 : Marché Dauphine
Discover the hidden treasures of Paris fleamarkets at Puces Saint Ouen Dauphine. Uncover antique stores, eclectic finds, and insider tips.
Helen@Quintessentially
Apr 21, 20244 min read
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Paris Fleamarkets - an insider's guide
Insider's guide to the Paris fleamarkets, by a Paris resident, finding the fleamarket locations
Helen@Quintessentially
Apr 7, 20244 min read
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Exploring Paris fleamarkets; the Marché aux Puces de Saint Ouen - Part 1
Information and tips for visiting Paris fleamarket Puces d'Ouen
Helen@Quintessentially
Feb 21, 20244 min read
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Felix Potin Collectibles; Memories of an Extraordinary Paris Store
Felix Potin, was THE Paris grocer, with the slogan, "Félix Potin, on y revient!” (“Félix Potin, your go-to store!”) The favourite of the...
Helen@Quintessentially
Feb 16, 20243 min read
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France’s National Day is the day for shopping at a French flea market!
Parlez-vous Franglish? Read on for some simple tips and vocabulary to enjoy a visit to a flea market here in France… When out and about...
Helen@Quintessentially
Jul 14, 20233 min read
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Lustucru, An Iconic Design - Collecting French Vintage Lustucru Enamelware
A brief history of the iconic and collectible French brand Lustucru
Helen@Quintessentially
Jun 9, 20232 min read
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French Art de Vivre
And the joy of Christofle's silverware designs We are familiar with hearing all these French terms, but what is ‘l’art de vivre’? Like...
Helen@Quintessentially
Oct 13, 20223 min read
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France, Fleamarkets and Fireworks
Bonne Fete Nationale “Vive le 14 juillet!” Bastille day to the English speaking world, but the French call today the Quatorze Juillet....
Helen@Quintessentially
Jul 15, 20213 min read
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Foraged Gold
“Most of the dandelions had turned from sun into moons” Vladimir Nobokov The view over our back field, speckled with dandelions. With the...
Helen@Quintessentially
May 10, 20213 min read
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Embracing Flaws: The Beauty of Perfectly Imperfect French Brocante
Seeking out the most beautifully patinated pieces isn't just a job, it's my passion! Here's an insight into the work of a Parisian...
Helen@Quintessentially
Jan 12, 20203 min read
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