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Author: Guylaine S Gamble

French American born and raised in Hauts-de-France an hour away from Paris, Guylaine grew up in the USA. With a passion for inspiration aka @veryinspiredpro most of the time :) she thrives on putting it all together to live a purpose-driven life.
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Real French Lifestyle

October 10, 2022May 18, 2026 Guylaine S Gamble

“Discover the authentic French spirit beyond the clichés. Explore the resourcefulness, discretion, and mindful choices that define the real art of living well.” Continue reading Real French Lifestyle

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The American French Film Festival (formerly COLCOA) 26th Edition

October 1, 2022May 21, 2026 Guylaine S Gamble

The American French Film Festival (formerly COLCOA) is around the corner! The largest event in the world dedicated to French Cinema and Television is back at the Directors Guild of America in Hollywood for one week from October 10-16th, 2022. … Continue reading The American French Film Festival (formerly COLCOA) 26th Edition

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23rd Annual Newport Beach Film Festival French Spotlight

October 1, 2022May 21, 2026 Guylaine S Gamble

We are happy to once again partner with Newport Beach Film Festival for its 23rd annual event, which will be held from October 13 to 20th! Celebrated as one of the leading lifestyle film festivals in the United States, the … Continue reading 23rd Annual Newport Beach Film Festival French Spotlight

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French Lifestyle: Faire la Grasse Matinée

September 5, 2022May 18, 2026 Guylaine S Gamble

It is indeed an art to sleep in later than usual and have breakfast in bed or Faire la grasse matinée et prendre son petit déjeuner au lit. This is part of the French lifestyle, or l’art de bien vivre, … Continue reading French Lifestyle: Faire la Grasse Matinée

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Au Revoir Monsieur Sempé

August 14, 2022May 16, 2026 Guylaine S Gamble

Jean-Jacques Sempé, the beloved French cartoonist, simply known by all as Sempé, passed away at 89 years old on August 11, 2022. Sempé is well known for his poster-like illustrations, usually pencil-drawn in great detail from a distant perspective or high … Continue reading Au Revoir Monsieur Sempé

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Happy Bastille Day 2022

July 14, 2022May 16, 2026 Guylaine S Gamble

Today, on July 14th, the French celebrate le 14 juillet, also called La Fête Nationale! This is the French National Day, endearingly known as Bastille Day in the United States, commemorating the day when the people of Paris stormed the … Continue reading Happy Bastille Day 2022

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Coco Chanel Perfumes

June 15, 2022May 25, 2026 Guylaine S Gamble

With so many wonderful French perfume classics to choose from: Chanel, Givenchy (from my hometown), YSL, Thierry Mugler, Guerlain, Christian Dior, Jean Patou, or the newer ones like Annick Goutal, and Diptyque, it’s going to be a challenge to pick just … Continue reading Coco Chanel Perfumes

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Classic French Men’s Perfumes

June 13, 2022May 25, 2026 Guylaine S Gamble

Classic French Perfumes share that exquisite timeless essence and refinement magically captured in a bottle by the expert noses of the prestigious French House of Perfumes. What makes a perfume a great perfume is the subtle alchemy of scents intuitively … Continue reading Classic French Men’s Perfumes

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Bon 1er Mai /Happy May 1st

May 1, 2022May 21, 2026 Guylaine S Gamble

Bon 1er mai! Today is May 1st, and across France, in honor of La Fête du Travail, or Labor Day, we celebrate with Muguet des Bois, or Lily of the Valley, as a token of happiness and good fortune. Find … Continue reading Bon 1er Mai /Happy May 1st

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French Gift Ideas for Mom

April 30, 2022May 19, 2026 Guylaine S Gamble

Bonjour! I hope you enjoy this little compilation of French-inspired gifts to celebrate your Maman! There’s something for every Mom and I will be adding more lovely and original ideas! Pinterest Twitter Facebook Instagram When you click my links to … Continue reading French Gift Ideas for Mom

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Village Baking Co. Boulangerie

March 6, 2022May 21, 2026 Guylaine S Gamble

The Village Baking Co. Boulangerie is located in a posh neighborhood of Dallas, Texas called Lower Greenville at 1921 Greenville Ave, not far from Downtown. I had heard of this Boulangerie when I posted about French Bakeries in Dallas and … Continue reading Village Baking Co. Boulangerie

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The Parisian Agency aka L’Agence Season 2

March 4, 2022May 21, 2026 Guylaine S Gamble

The long-awaited The Parisian Agency – Exclusive Properties Season 2, aka L’Agence, is finally here a year after its premiere on Netflix today, March 3, 2022. (It was on the air in January in France) Discover and enjoy six brand-new … Continue reading The Parisian Agency aka L’Agence Season 2

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