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 ...
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Helen@Quintessentially
Aug 145 min read
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
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Helen@Quintessentially
Jul 124 min read
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.
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Helen@Quintessentially
Apr 214 min read
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.
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Helen@Quintessentially
Apr 74 min read
Paris Fleamarkets - an insider's guide
Insider's guide to the Paris fleamarkets, by a Paris resident, finding the fleamarket locations
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Helen@Quintessentially
Jun 9, 20232 min read
Lustucru, An Iconic Design - Collecting French Vintage Lustucru Enamelware
A brief history of the iconic and collectible French brand Lustucru
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Helen@Quintessentially
Oct 13, 20223 min read
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...
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Helen@Quintessentially
Jul 15, 20213 min read
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....
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Helen@Quintessentially
May 10, 20213 min read
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...
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Helen@Quintessentially
Jan 12, 20203 min read
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...
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