Books rock, especially ones that are written by chic Parisian women.
I have had a love for France and the cultural woes that set them apart from the rest of the world. There is just something about the French, specifically Parisians, that makes me yearn for some type of influence on my daily routine.
The book, "How to Be Parisian Wherever You Are: Love, Style, and Bad Habits," is certainly dear to my heart. I spent my time flipping through the chic illustrations and articles that four amazingly talented and stunning French women had put together for none other than me. Well, not specifically "me," but for individuals like myself that appreciate a fresh and spirited take on what it truly means to be a Parisienne. They talk about how they dress from what entertainment takes over their weekend events, include guidelines on proper etiquette and even explain how to live life to the fullest.
Sections are divided swiftly, frisking the reader from one story to the next whether about a romance adventure or favorite Parisian dinner recipes (French food, I love you). The authors, Anne Berest, Audrey Diwan, Caroline de Maigret and Sophie Mas; all hold careers in the worlds of music, film, fashion and publishing. So basically, I dream of being these women. They are the modern muse for the unconventional young women who strives for independence and adventure.
It was so refreshing to get a sense of uncommonly honest and outspokenness in these womens' writing styles. These women weren't afraid to pour their souls into this book, even when constantly admitting about knowing that they can be snobbish and bossy with a touch of romantic and nurturing characteristics. It was nice to know how each woman has something beautifully unique and personal, while still maintaining an overall sense of collectiveness while flipping through the sections.
I had a lot of questions going into this book, and naturally withheld a stereotypical view of french women as independent women who don't care about shaving their legs or getting married. I see these elite Parisienne women as fearless romantics, independently flowing through life with some wine in hand. To my happiness, my personal views weren't that far off. The book debunks the myths of the modern French women by examining their secrets, flaws, complicated feelings and behaviors. They admit to being snobs, a bit self-centered, unpredictable but never unreliable. Bossy and opinionated, they are also tender and romantic. How bad ass is that?
This book takes you on a journey through parties, that heart wrenching first love, favorite recipes for the perfect Parisienne dinner, the natural look of the Parisienne woman and even adventurous mischief.
So, who wants to move to Paris, eat too much cheese and conquer the world? I do.




















