Decor Thoughts - French State of Mind

What is a French state of mind?  I imagine lazy days, lots of cheese, great wine, and of course great company.
Some of my greatest memories last year were of the small house I shared with 3 other classmates in the countryside.  We had a small courtyard and a ridiculously large, floral, and totally awesome couch as well as a piano in the living room.  Our house grilled when we can but as I've mentioned before baguettes and cheese were definitely a mainstay.
Our cleaning lady also told us Johnny Depp lived nearby.  CRAZINESS right?  I regret not doing a little more stalking when I had the chance.

Here it is (I told you it was very floral right, our land lady decorated and the couch is half the room!)

Anyway, I saw a few things that bring that French state of mind anywhere!

First this classic candelabra to be used for either long summer nights or those cozy winter ones.

From Jayson Home and not bad at $125

Can you imagine putting your rings and knick knacks in these french love letter boxes?  Sigh just adorable.

Only $25 also from Jayson Home

How about putting your feet up on this silk loveliness after a long day?  Le sigh.

From Paris Hotel Boutique $1450 which is actually pretty good for an antique piece.

Something about these bowls are so adorable.   Maybe because they remind me a little of madeline cookies?

From Amazon at $17

If these things are a little out of reach, at least you can make your own French inspired stationary via the Style Guide.

What puts you in a French state of mind?

French inspired decor for your wedding reception and home

In honor of Bastille Day, Bonne fête!

I do have a special place in my heart for things French after living there for a bit last year (though I don't miss trying to buy groceries on Sundays - they were only open for 3 hours in the morning!). Mr. Chic 'n Cheap also proposed to me in France by scheming with my roommate to get me onto the Pont des Artes at a specific time.
More another time if you care to hear. :)

I lived in two different houses. Both places were located in villages surrounded by these lovely forests. Seriously, this spot was 1 km from my house and there were horse stables nearby. The fall was gorgeous there.Since we were in the land of great fromage, we frequently had brie or parmasean, baguettes, prosciutto, and Carrefour brand mustard (the best honey mustard and only 1 euro!) in the house. I do miss French baguettes...
I now regret not having browsed more French flea markets for lovely vintage items. I would recommend bringing French speaking friends of course if you decide to visit markets.
I would not be one of them, but I can provide great commentary.

I'm glad I have my alencon lace gown and veil. I would have loved to bring back fabrics and housewares as well.

How nice that I discovered this lovely retailer today - Paris Hotel Boutique

Perhaps your family's wedding pictures could grace this beautiful engraved platter, $145

Or you could place your rings in this Nimes casket box, $55How about wearing this antique silver and rose gold award fob with pearls for $260? This would be lovely with many a dress...
I don't consider it wedding related purchases if you can use it after the wedding right?