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Eiffel tower
1- its the symbolled of Paris
2-its also famous for its ingenuity
3-Is nickname is "Iron Lady."

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15 Top-Rated Tourist Attractions in France

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Author Lisa Alexander spent two years living in Paris after college, enjoys returning to France as often as possible, and most recently visited France in March 2023.

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basics
1- lots of simple designers
2-natural colors
3- comfort

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Want to know the secret to dressing your best every day? Take a hint from the French. It seems like every woman in Paris is so effortlessly elegant, even if her outfit is nothing special. Why is that? Well, it's because there are a few unwritten style rules when it comes to dressing in France. Don't worry, you don't need to hop on a plane to learn them. We're going to cover the nine cardinal French style rules with you in this article today!

French Style Rules

Follow these style rules and you will be golden when it comes to building a wardrobe you love and getting dressed every day! No matter where you live, these style rules apply.

1. Be Effortlessly Chic

The most cardinal of all French style rules is to appear effortlessly chic. You should never look like you've spent more than 30 minutes in front of a mirror and that goes for both your outfit and your make-up! You may think that being effortlessly chic is easier said than done. These style rules will help you discover exactly what that means according to French women! Soon you'll discover that the perfect red lipstick and a good mascara are all it takes to look beautiful.

2. Start with the Basics

When it comes to dressing, the French go back to basics. Classic French style clothing includes lots of simple designs and neutral colors. Start by developing a closet of basics like t-shirts, button-ups, and simple pants. Stick to neutral colors like black, white and nude. Gray is my least favorite neutral color (it's very Scandinavian in my opinion) but you can definitely go for it if you prefer!

3. Invest in Quality over Quantity

French girls always invest in a few pieces of quality clothing over a large wardrobe filled with low-cost items. Start by purging any low-quality or deteriorating items of clothing you own. Replace them with high-quality pieces you know will last longer than one season. Opt for a few unique statement pieces that may cost you a lot upfront, but are timeless in design.

4. One Statement Piece Per Outfit

Once you have a good closet of basics and carefully curated statement pieces, you can easily put together many different outfits. Pick one statement piece per outfit to add some personality to your look. A statement piece could be: a tweed jacket, a colorful handbag, a nice pair of shoes, or a printed top. Anything that "stands out" is considered a statement piece!

Clémence Poésy

5. Pay Attention to the Fit

French girls know what fits them best and stay away from ill-fitting clothing and cheap brands. On the other hand, just because it's designer doesn't mean it's right for your body. Take the time to try on different sizes of clothing and learn what cuts and shapes flatter your body. Don't buy something just because you saw it on someone else and it looked good. If you are in doubt, oversized is always better than too tight when it comes to fit. You'll rarely see a French woman in a skin-tight dress à la Kim Kardashian!

6. Avoid Trends

As the saying goes, "Fashions fade, style is eternal." Yves Saint Laurent spoke to women everywhere when he uttered those words in the 1970s and the mentality lives on today. French girls rarely follow trends they know will fade with time. Instead, they develop a signature style that carries them through the decades.

7. Be Comfortable

You'll rarely see a French girl walking around in sky-high heels. She's constantly on the move, and a mid-to-low heel or ballet flat are perfect for walking - something she's definitely not afraid to do. Don't buy clothing or shoes that make you feel uncomfortable or uneasy. It will negatively affect your mood for the rest of the day!

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This rule might be surprising but French women rarely wear clothing or handbags with logo prints all over them. It's considered very tacky to show off your wealth in France, and so French girls opt for a minimal design that appears labelless. Even those LV print Louis Vuitton handbags are almost never purchased by French women - only foreigners!

9. Don't be Fake

From push-up bras to plastic surgery, French girls never try to be something or someone they're not. If you have small boobs, find a French celebrity like Charlotte Gainsbourg or Clémence Poésy and emulate their looks. Accentuate your positive features and find a way to be confident about your flaws. Be yourself and your style will follow suit!

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9 French Style Rules for Women Everywhere

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Want to know the secret to dressing your best every day? Take a hint from the French. It seems like every woman in Paris is so effortlessly elegant, even if her outfit is nothing special. Why is that? Well, it's because there are a few unwritten style rules when it comes to dressing in France.

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Take a Seine River Cruise
1- it's a way to see a lot of top sights to see
2- there is a verity of different experiences
3- its located near the Elffle tower

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A Provence village | Tim Gage / photo modified

Many famous Impressionist and Expressionist painters fell in love with Provence's quaint medieval villages and sun-drenched seaports, representing the gorgeous scenery in colorful works of art. The legacy of this cultural heritage is seen in the numerous museums and art galleries scattered throughout the region's towns.

The medieval hilltop town of Saint-Paul de Vence has been popular with artists since the 1920s. Marc Chagall lived here for 20 years, and during that time, he painted prolifically. The Office of Tourism offers " In the Footsteps of Marc Chagall" guided tours.

Belgian artist Jean-Michel Folon adorned the Folon Chapel in Saint-Paul de Vence with splendid paintings, sculptures, and stained-glass windows. Other well-known 20th-century artists also found inspiration in Saint-Paul de Vence, and their works are on display at the Fondation Maeght, a prestigious cultural foundation and one of Europe's largest modern art collections.

Near Saint-Paul de Vence is another perched medieval village, Vence, worth a detour to see the Chapelle du Rosaire in the outskirts of town. Matisse added his post-Impressionist decorative flair to the stained-glass windows, paintings, and art objects that adorn the chapel.

Saint-Rémy de Provence is famous for its association with Vincent van Gogh, who stayed here for a year at the Saint-Paul de Mausole asylum. The Musée Estrine displays works by Vincent van Gogh and his contemporaries. Over 20 of the sites in Saint-Rémy de Provence that the artist painted are indicated on the " Promenade dans l'Univers de Vincent van Gogh" trail.

Biot is a tiny village in the countryside where Fernand Léger resided briefly. The Musée National Fernand Léger displays the works of the celebrated avant-garde artist, from his Impressionist paintings to Cubist pieces. For such a teensy town, Biot surprises visitors with its abundance of art galleries and artisan shops tucked away on quiet side streets.

Chapelle Notre-Dame-de-Vie, Picasso's residence in Mougins

Just 12 kilometers from Biot, the lovely little village of Mougins is also full of art galleries and artists' ateliers. From 1961 to 1973, Picasso resided at the estate of the Chapelle Notre-Dame-de-Vie, an ancient hermitage chapel and listed Historic Monument surrounded by beautiful grounds. The chapel's Treasury contains a small museum.

Along the Provençal coastline, the sun-dappled scenery of the Mediterranean Sea lured many artists in the late 19th to early 20th century.

An impressive list of famous painters, including Paul Signac, Pierre Bonnard, André Derain, and Henri Matisse, spent time in the fishing village of Saint-Tropez. Taking advantage of the southern light, the artists created vibrant paintings of the old port and other sights in and around Saint-Tropez. The Musée de l'Annonciade displays an excellent collection of these paintings.

The pleasant seaport of Cassis appealed to Post-Impressionist painters, who captured the picturesque harbor and charming waterfront houses of Cassis in colorful works of art.

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19 Top-Rated Things to Do in France | PlanetWare

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Many famous Impressionist and Expressionist painters fell in love with Provence's quaint medieval villages and sun-drenched seaports, representing the gorgeous scenery in colorful works of art. The legacy of this cultural heritage is seen in the numerous museums and art galleries scattered throughout the region's towns.

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Soupe à l’oignon
1-  it began in Roman times
2- the flavor comes from the caramelization
3- it's a traditional soup

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French food is famous around the world. Bring that certain je ne sais quoi to your home with these top 10 French foods – with recipes.

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Drinking tea
1- people drink tea all the time
2- people drink tea out of a bowl only in the morning
3- they use a cereal bowl

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French customs can be difficult to navigate. While there's nothing more French than pairing a crusty baguette with a soft brie and crisply chilled Chenin Blanc, taking a bottle of wine to a dinner party is considered an absolu non-non in France. Peculiar to say the least. But, there certainly is a method to their 'madness'. These are our favourite, somewhat unusual French customs:

1. Never take wine to a dinner party

Your host has carefully chosen the wine for the evening. By bringing your own wine, you may inadvertently imply that you don't trust the host's taste in wine, or that you would prefer your own.

Interestingly, flowers can also be controversial. Moreover, if you decide to go down the flower route, avoid chrysanthemums as the French associate it with death.

2. Try and arrive at least 15 to 20 minutes late

While in many countries this is considered rude, in France it's an unspoken rule. Guests will always arrive a little late - lest they surprise their host in the middle of the preparations. Of course, this only applies to dinner parties though. Please be punctual for restaurant reservations.

3. Kiss, kiss

In France, most residents practice the double kiss greeting, i.e. a glancing kiss on each cheek. And, there are regions, particularly in northern France, where people favour four kisses - even five. This can catch visitors off-guard, as can potential awkwardness around which cheek to present first!

4. Always say hello and goodbye

The French will always say hello and goodbye. And, this includes greeting the shopkeeper as you enter a store, a quick hello to everyone in the waiting room as you arrive for an appointment - and a warm goodbye when you leave a conversation or exit a store.

5. You'll have to ask for ice

The French prefer to drink their water and soft drinks at room temperature, or lightly chilled. Of course, this means you'll have to ask for ice. And diluting wine with ice? Close to sacrilege.

6. The art of downplaying a compliment

The French never want to appear conceited or egotistical. So, there is a particularly French way of accepting a compliment, which is to downplay it at all costs. For example, acceptable responses to a compliment include: "No, not at all! You're too kind", "This old thing?" and "Think nothing of it, it was no trouble at all".

7. Chivalrous to the end

French men are often quick to leap to a lady's aid, whether it's opening a door or helping her with her coat. Very importantly, this unsolicited (and sometimes surprising) assistance should only ever be interpreted as an example of French galanterie.
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8. Grab a baguette

From ficelle to brioche and pain de campagne, France's famous boulangeries are filled to the brim with fresh loaves, croissants and pastries. In a country where classic baguette dough is actually defined by French law, you know the residents take their bread very seriously. In addition, in France, bread is often placed directly on the table rather than a plate.

9. Drink tea from a bowl ... but only at breakfast

There are some French customs that continue to baffle and confound visitors. Of course, none more so than the habit of drinking tea out of a bowl. The French enjoy drinking their morning beverage (tea or coffee) out of a small, cereal-sized bowl.

10. Enjoy a long, leisurely lunch

Spend a restful hour in a Parisian café, sipping an espresso and watching the world go by, and you'll soon realise that the French believe life is best enjoyed slowly. Instead of bolting down food to 'refuel', the French approach is to slow down and connect with friends and colleagues over a leisurely lunch.

11. Talk politics and religion

What do the French talk about over their long lunches and relaxed dinner parties? In contrast to the rest of the world, no topic is taboo. While foreigners may shy away from discussing politics, money or religion, the French love frank, intellectual debates - and nothing is off the agenda.

12. Forget children's menus

France's love affair with good food is another cornerstone of French customs and culture. And the kids start young. Therefore, don't expect a children's menu if you're travelling around France. No chicken nuggets or fish fingers in this part of the world, French children eat off the main menu.

13. Say no to plastic bags

France is leading the world in terms of banning single-use plastic, including plastic carrier bags, plates, cups and utensils. In fact, expect to pay extra for paper bags or recycled plastic bags - or carry your own. And you'll be expected to 'bag' your own groceries.

14. France's April Fools' Day pranks are a little fishy

In France, April Fools' Day is best-known for the "poisson d'avril" (April Fish), one of the French customs that dates back to 1564. Not only does this delightful and uniquely French tradition see young children pranking adults by sticking a paper fish onto their back, they also dash away swiftly and yell "poisson d'avril!"

15. Celebrate "Old Maid's Day" in a frightfully fanciful green hat

During November, every year the French celebrate Saint Catherine's Day. Saint Catherine is the patron saint of unmarried women, lacemakers, milliners, drapers and craftspeople.

So to mark the day, the French give single female friends or colleagues a decorative hat (often in green or yellow). Of course, this is for them to wear as a token of good luck in their quest to find a husband.

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Take note of these fabulously French customs to set the tone for an incroyable sojourn to one of the world's favourite destinations.