How to Update Your Space Into a Parisian Home

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Spring cleaning time is finally here, and you might find the seasonal overhaul daunting. But instead of letting it intimidate you, think of it as more of a home refresh—an opportunity to create a space that achieves peak aesthetic pleasure—as well as a chance to do some shopping. If you need guidance, nothing is more inspiring than the signature aesthetics of the City of Lights.

“Parisian-inspired interiors are calming, timeless, and—like French-girl style—effortlessly chic,” says New York–based style consultant Alison Girschick Egan. The Paris aesthetic is great for both small and large spaces and easily achieved with just a few key elements. “Start with a neutral palette: shades of cream, white, brown, and grey are your friends and create that calming tone of a quintessential Parisian escape,” Alison says.

For the perfect french look she recommends, “Pairing vintage-inspired pieces with modern elements.” You want an overall minimal space with touches of maximalism. “Think textured rugs and ceramics paired with low-profile sofas and sculptural décor.” Gilded accents are non-negotiable. Alison advises that “gold-frame wall mirrors and brass hardware are must-haves. Just avoid going overboard to maintain that effortlessness and tranquility.”

Whether you want to update your entire home or just a simple corner/tabletop, these French influences will inspire your joie de vivre. Say “oui” to these transformative essentials, below.

Vintage-Like Decor

Little knick-knacks and storied décor that look like they came from a vintage flea market is fundamental to creating that je ne sais quoi ambience. Think miniature sculptures, painted vases, and ornate details.

Set of Three Jewelry Plates "I Can Buy Myself Jewelry"

Nude Flore Sculpture

Ceramic Rectangular Decoration Vase

Porcelain Matchbox

Lares Vase White

Coral Magnifying Glass

Gleaming Primrose Mirror

Shell Box

Rosa Gardenia Room Fragrance Diffuser

Birdcage Candle

F*** Tea Tray

Neutral Textures & Touches

You don’t always need flash and bang to make an impression. A harmonious mix of neutral textures and touches sprinkled around your space keeps things tasteful, grounded, and calming.

Sculptural Sofa

Bergamot & Hinoki Candle

Playful Tigers Blanket

Coupe Bread Lamp

Fungus Vase

Ribbed Cashmere Down Cushion

Anagram Embroidered Wool & Cashmere-Blend Cushion

Alhambra Bowl

Post Street Chess/Checker Set

Lightwood Candlesticks

Long Fringe Drum

Conversation-Starting Serveware

Presentation plays a large role in elevating the eating experience and personality-filled serveware is a game-changer for when you’re enjoying a simple coffee in the morning or hosting an intimate dinner party. These conversation-starters will feel like collectibles.

Iris Platter

Estelle Colored Decanter

Herbarium Floral Porcelain Teapot

Linen Embroidered Coasters

Dis Moi Oui Dessert Plates

Espresso Cup Set Of 4

Acacia Medium Cheese Board

Printed Porcelain Sugar Bowl

Pearl Platter

Inspiring Coffee Table Books

Coffee table books are the MVP of decorating—you can stack them, use them as a base for other decorations, display your passions to your guests, and leisurely flip through them to boost your mood.

Provence Glory Book

Chateau Life

Timeless Paris

New York Chic

Livable Lux

Flower Flash

Karl Lagerfeld: A Life in Houses

Veuve Clicquot

Food, Flowers & Fantasy

Decorative Frames

Whether you want to hang art or pictures of your loved ones–or both–a gallery of gilded, silver, and embellished frames is a lovely way to enliven any wall space and determine the vibe of the room. The beauty of this decoration is that you can mix-and-match, just make sure it feels balanced.

Small Frame

Florentine Oval Frame

Gold Bamboo Frame, 4x6

Classic Frame, 4x6

Deco Frame, 4x6

Gold Asbury Frame, 5x7

Beaded Picture Frame, 4x6

Ray Frame, 4x6

Legacy Frame, 4 x 6

New Classic Amber Frame, 4x6

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