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A Chateau de Versailles inspired gift guide full of French luxury
To inspire you this holiday season, I’ve curated this Versailles inspired gift guide that’s full of items sure to please the fancy Francophile in your life.
Versailles Inspired Gift Guide: 2022
01. Sophie Bille Brahe Velvet Jewelry Box. Gift a dear friend or loved one with this beautiful little velvet jewelry box. They’re available in various gorgeous hues, but I especially love this soft pink one. This is on my own wishlist!
02. “Mon Amour” Wax Seal Kit. Nothing says old-world French elegance like a wax-sealed handwritten note. This wax seal kit by England-based Seasons Boutique is just beautiful.
03. Ladurée: Sucré by Philippe Andrieu. A little recipe book for those with a sweet tooth! It’s filled with 100 recipes from the pastry chef of the world-renowned Ladurée tea and sweet shop.
04. Gucci Beauty Rouge à Lèvres Voile Lipstick. The perfect stocking stuffer! This beautiful shade of bright pink lipstick from Gucci comes in artful floral packaging.
05. Burleigh Asiatic Pheasants Plate. This decorate plate would add a perfect touch of French blue to a kitchen or dining tablescape.
06. Jennifer Behr Alaire Earrings. For the one who loves some bling, these earrings by Jennifer Behr are gorgeous! Another fabulous stocking stuffer.
07. Sleeper Feather-Embellished Slip Dress. As a fine art wedding photographer, I’ve seen a lot of getting ready attire on my couples’ wedding mornings. Sleeper is by far the favorite brand—and for good reason! They create beautifully luxurious pajamas, robes, and slip dresses. This feathered slip dress is worthy of Château de Versailles!
08. Roger Vivier Feathered Satin Mules. I’m obsessed with Roger Vivier’s decadent shoe designs, and this pair screams 18th century France. They’re exactly the type of shoe I’d accept Marie Antoinette to have had hiding under her ornate dresses.
09. Bust of Marie Antoinette. Speaking of Marie Antoinette, this bust from the Château de Versailles museum shop is the perfect gift for any lover of the iconic queen.
10. Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Perfume in Flora Salvaggia. Perfume always makes a lovely gift. This scent by Paris’ Guerlain Perfumer is “an expanse of wildflowers.” The bottle is also refilled, making this a sustainable choice as well.
11. La Rochère Versailles Glasses, Set of 6. Bring the sophistication of regal France to the table with this set of glasses from La Rochère.
12. Anthropologie Victoria Frames. These delicate, ornate frames in a baroque-style give off all the Versailles vibes. They’re available in various shapes and sizes.
13. Ladurée Earl Grey Tea. Another perfect stocking stuffer is this earl grey tea from the beloved Ladurée tea shop in Paris.
14. Angelina Paris Dark Chocolate & Salted Caramel Truffles. Angelina Paris has been gifting France’s capital with tea, chocolate, and sweets since 1903. These dark chocolate and salted caramel truffles are absolutely divine.
15. “Pierre-Joseph Redouté: The Book of Flowers” by TASCHEN. I am long-time admirer of Pierre-Joseph Redouté’s botanical paintings. They sing of 18th century pastoral France! This coffee table book showcases a curated selection from Redouté’s oeuvre.
Happy shopping and have a lovely holiday season!
Kristin xo
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