French Holiday Decor, Beauty Icons, & Soap | French Country Fridays 246

Welcome to the ALL NEW French Country Fridays, the series that will inspire you to “Frenchify” your Friday!

I hope that you’re enjoying some down time on this long holiday weekend here in the U.S. I’m so glad that the Christmas decorating is finished here for me and today my husband is working on his realm…the outside lights! Enjoy the post and the weekend! xoxo, Janet

From your hosts:

Designthusiasm | Pink Tree for Romantic Holiday Style

Shabbyfufu | A Gentleman’s French Country Christmas House Tour

• Our Guests – Featured This Week •

The Numerous Uses of Savon de Marseille

Savon de Marseille (soap from Marseille) is one of the most iconic items coming from the region. Documented as first being made in 1370, learn why this soap is so popular to this day and the many uses.

Jane Birkin Beauty Icon At 74

The elite status symbol with a five-year waitlist that started by chance on a flight with Air France in the 80’s. British-born, Paris-based actress Jane Birkin received a surprise upgrade, finding herself seated next to the then CEO of Hermès. The rest was history and we take a look back and present at Jane Birkin’s best beauty moments.

The Ven House – Spectacularly Decorated For Christmas

The 16th century Ven House is set amongst a series of formal gardens and woodland walks. See the current state and the spectacular decorations for the holiday season.