How to Dress French

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I have always been connected to the French culture. From my laissez-faire demeanor to my under-stated appearance, I found confidence in my style when I turned 40 and realized that I was in fact fashionable, even when my wardrobe wasn't trending.

I remember when I was 20 visiting my Nanny in a new outfit. She greeted me as I walked up the stairs to her porch and said I looked "Very French". She was an austere woman, and I believe that's why I have so few memories of her. But when she was clearly pleased with me, I knew something special was happening. I knew I was receiving a huge and rare compliment, and so that is a memory of her that I hold dear to my heart.

In the present day, having had a career as a Style Advisor and taking strides to learn and grow for my business, I now navigate another twist of my spiritual journey through fashion. Unravelling the emotions that are intricately woven in labels, sizes, trends, money, celebrity, and society, taking me one layer deeper to where the hurt is.

In Canada, the custom tends to be a mix of European and American culture, though I imagine it veers more to the side of American. My ex-boyfriend who inspired this style blog said that I am very European, and he always wanted us to move there. While I have no intention of EVER moving to Europe, I do feel inspired to learn more about its fashion, and apply it in my day-to-day lifestyle as I blend what clothes the body with the same philosophy as what heals the spirit. 

I absolutely love this video. It brought me back to my days as a Style Advisor where I was learning and developing a love affair with fashion, and really finding my place in it. I hope you enjoy it too :)

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