Gift Ideas for French Women

In her book Entre Nous, Debra Ollivier writes of the low-key simplicity of French weddings and the fact that French children are not overwhelmed with gifts at their birthdays or Christmas. She also writes about watching Parisian friends shop very carefully for one piece of clothing or jewelry. From these clues, you can infer that thinking about a graceful gift for a French woman means thinking of something small, interesting, and tailored for her.

  1. Unusual Wines

    • You can't go wrong with a good, inexpensive bottle of American wine. Think beyond California---try Missouri, Texas, or Michigan.

    Books

    • Interesting old---but not showy---first edition books would be appropriate, especially something relating perhaps to travel in America, or to American history.

    Something to Wear

    • Scour good antique shops for a vintage beaded bag or hat. A funky piece of jewelry might also be right.

    Think "Outdoors"

    • Why not something for her garden? She might like hand-painted pots from an arts fair, or a handmade garden ornament.

    For Her Children

    • She is also likely to appreciate a gift for her children. Splurge on a really good, colorful children's book, or a small tactile toy that requires some thinking and imagination to use.

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