If you’ve read my blog for a while you might recognize some of the items from this list of gifts for Francophiles available online. I pick things that I really love and believe in and I know will be cherished year after year. The list is compiled throughout the year and I hope it provides a little shopping inspiration either for yourself or for a loved one!
Key Takeaways
- The article features a curated list of gifts for francophiles available online, perfect for various occasions.
- Gift suggestions include items for her, home decor, unique foodie experiences, and fantasy gifts.
- Highlighted products range from the Figaret Unisex Button-Down to luxury items like Christofle butter dishes and Petrossian caviar.
- Titles of notable books include ‘Ma Vie à Paris’ and ‘A Very French Christmas’, adding a cultural touch to the gift ideas.
- The author emphasizes the importance of thoughtful selections that can inspire readers to shop for themselves or loved ones.
Gifts for Francophiles Available Online: For Her
Figaret je t’Aime Embroidered Unisex Button-Down
How sweet is this Figaret Unisex Button-Down with je t’aime embroidered on the inside of the placket?
Kujten Hachiko Bandana Scarf
I grab my Kujten Bandana Scarf literally every day from fall until spring. It’s my most-loved accessory and for good reason – the quality of the cashmere is incredible and has stayed in perfect condition, the size is just right, and it goes with everything. I actually have the scarf in multiple sizes and colors because I love it so much – and I’m asking for another color for Christmas this year.
La Bonne Brosse
My brush is one of my most-used items…and yet I didn’t even think to replace it after who knows how many years? I bought La Bonne Brosse N.01 after taking their hair quiz and immediately forwarded the quiz to my mom and sister so I could order a brush for them too. I think it’s really the perfect gift!
Customized Call It By Your Name Bag + Pouch
These Call It By Your Name bags are all over Paris – and for good reason. They’re great for travel, going to the market, as a diaper bag and more. I love that they can be customized with anything from a name to a saying and more. The Call It By Your Name pouch is another great customizable gift idea. If you don’t have enough time to customize something they also have great items already in stock.
Roller Rabbit Coucou Lindy Lounge Set in Parisian Toile
Roller Rabbit makes the softest pima cotton pajamas. A comfy pair of pajamas is always a great gift and I’m obsessed with this Coucou Lindy Lounge Set in Parisian Toile.
Rue de Verneuil Bags
Since living in Paris and especially since becoming a mom I’ve prioritized practical bags over all else. I love something that I can throw my laptop in, use for groceries, use as a diaper bag and something I can travel with, so naturally a tote is the way to go. Rue de Verneuil totes are the perfect mix of practical and chic. Bonus that Rue de Verneuil happens to be a street I’m on almost daily
Gifts For Francophiles Available Online: For The Home
Ma Vie à Paris Book
My godmother gifted me Ma Vie à Paris two years ago and I think it it is seriously the best guide to Paris out there. It reads like an insider’s little black book of addresses and is perfect for a local or visitor alike. It’s filled with everything from the best butchers and dentists to museums, restaurants open on Sunday and Monday nights (tough in Paris!), shopping and more. There’s also a map of each arrondissement with the places mentioned as well. I promise you this book will be a hit for anyone on your list!
Cire Trudon Holiday Candle – Fir
Everyone has their favorite French candle brand – mine happens to be Cire Trudon. Founded in 1643, Cire Trudon is the oldest candlemaker in the world still active today – candles are all handmade in Normandy. This Trudon Fir candle is an all-time holiday favorite. It smells better than my Christmas tree and the packaging is so pretty to gift as a gift. It sells out every year so get it while you can!
A Very French Christmas Book
Perfect as a hostess gift or for a mini Francophile, A Very French Christmas brings together the best French Christmas stories of all time. I immediately added this to our holiday book collection!
Bernardaud’s ‘Tout Paris’ Collection
It’s no secret that I’m a fan of beautiful French porcelain. While I tend to lean towards vintage and antique pieces, Bernardaud’s ‘Tout Paris’ collection has my heart skipping a beat. The pieces feature iconic Parisian monuments, landmarks and scenes. You’ll spot Palais Garnier, Place de la Concorde, Sacre Cœur, Guimard Métro entrances and more. I love the assortment of colors – they’re beautiful for mixing and matching and are all dishwasher safe.
Gray Malin Dogs Book
Gray Malin’s Dogs book features shots of the chicest dogs in the world, photographed in places like Paris, London, Aspen, Beverly Hills and more. I got to be a part of the Paris photoshoot and it was an absolute blast to see Gray work and the dogs all dressed up throughout the city.
How They Entertain: At Home with the Tastemakers Book
How They Entertain: At Home with the Tastemakers is quite literally the perfect hostess gift or book for anyone who loves to entertain. From the preview images alone you can get a glimpse of fabulous tables, interiors, and recipes. This book is another item on my personal wish list this year!
Champagne Club Subscription Box
For Champagne lovers, La Box Champenoise is the ultimate subscription box. Every quarter you’ll receive six or twelve different Champagnes from independent winemakers in the region. This is such a unique gift and a great way to become familiar with smaller wine growers. A perfect way to prepare for a trip to Champagne or reminisce following a trip!
Custom Paris Street Signs from Sonja Bajic
For a unique gift consider offering a Francophile a custom Parisian street sign of their favorite street in Paris! My friend Sonja actually made this Rue du Bac version for me, and I immediately ordered another of the first street Romain and I lived on as a Valentine’s Day gift for him.
Vintage French Monogram Napkins
I love vintage French monogram napkins and am always on the lookout for initials I know. When I saw these vintage French ‘OG’ monogram napkins I thought they were just too fun. The set of six would be great for cocktails and a pretty way to bring France into your home.
Paris Chic Book
From the first time I read about the Paris Chic book I knew it would become an instant favorite of mine and other lovers of Paris. The photos are just stunning and really capture the energy of the city. I think it will be ‘the’ large format Paris book for quite some time to come.
The Parisian ABCs Book
My friend Emily wrote a children’s book, The Parisian ABCs. This cheeky book is great for children and adults alike. It’s a perfect anytime gift for anyone, and is especially fun to give to a new bébé. It’s available on Emily’s website with suggestions on where to shop locally in Paris or from abroad.
Gifts for Francophiles Available Online: For The Foodie
Chateau d’Estoublon Picholine 2020 Harvest French Extra Virgin Olive Oil from Provence
Using this olive oil is such a treat, the flavor really is incredible. I think it makes a great gift too because the bottle is gorgeous and it comes in a box ready to be wrapped. There’s also a couture spray bottle version but for the value I’m choosing Picholine every time!
Cooking Class and Lunch with Véronique at Cuisine Elegante
Since moving to Paris I’ve been fortunate to get to know the lovely Véronique Bawol, otherwise known as Cuisine Elegante and the nicest French lady you will every meet! Véronique offers fabulous cooking experiences including market visits, cooking classes, and lunch in her beautiful apartment. I can’t recommend booking a class with Véronique enough on a trip to Paris – it is such a unique and authentic experience!
Sabre Bistrot Serving Set
This Sabre Bistrot Serving Set is a great gift for anyone who loves to host!
Mauviel 1830 Frying Pan
After attending the Dîner Cousu-Main at Musée Christian Dior I learned more about Mauviel 1830. Described as “probably the best cookware in the world,” Mauviel 1830 was founded in 1830 in Villedieu-les-Poêles, a Normandy village known for its copper. The products are of the highest quality and loved by professional chefs as well as home cooks. A great frying pan is always an essential. If that doesn’t sound like the most exciting gift, they also have gorgeous copper champagne buckets, a copper fondue set for a fun winter activity, beautiful butter dishes and more.
Silver Plated Salt and Pepper Mills
These gorgeous silver plated salt and pepper mills are on my Christmas list this year. They use them at my favorite Le Voltaire – not only are they gorgeous but I love how substantial the weight is.
Let’s Eat Paris! Book
The newest in the Let’s Eat series is Let’s Eat Paris! This fabulous book is a wonderful guide to Paris from a foodie lens and is filled with interesting stories, recipes, restaurant suggestions (from where to get the best beef tartare to the best Provençal restaurants in Paris) and more. It’s the kind of book that you can flip open to literally any page and learn something. I’ve already added plenty of places to my list to visit and will be gifting copies to friends and family this year.
French First Name Bowls
I’ve always wanted a bol prénom of my own, but with a name like Landen I can’t say I’ve ever come across one. Luckily for me, Faiëncerie de Pornic makes these hand-painted bowls where you can not only choose any name, but you can also completely design your own bowl down to the colors and design on the inside. This would be a special and authentic French gift for family, friends, someone who just had a baby (or just yourself)! Worldwide shipping available.
Staub Crêpe Pan with Spreader and Spatula
Crêpes and galettes are an easy, fun, and delicious thing to make at home – but you absolutely have to have the right tools for the best results. Using this Staub Crêpe Pan with the spreader and spatula will almost guarantee the best results. Romain would also like me to mention for the best results you should use French flour as well, available here. Although I’m sure any buckwheat flour will be just fine 🙂
Antique French Floral Dinner Plates
One of the most satisfying parts of cooking is putting the finished dish on the plate and gathering around the table to enjoy the meal. Antique and vintage porcelain makes me happy, which in turn makes the time around the table more enjoyable. These Ch. Pillivuyt et Cie 19th century Vieux Paris Floral Dinner plates are sold as a set of six (multiple sets are available) and were found at a brocante in Paris. They would be beautiful mixed and matched with other pieces you already own.
Molly J. Wilk’s Virtual Pastry Classes
My friend Molly has an Online Pastry School that I’m so thrilled to be a part of. Molly is so incredibly talented and makes French pastry approachable and fun. Don’t miss Molly’s special holiday apron and oven mitt collection. Everything is made in France and would make fabulous Christmas gifts. She also offers holiday themed virtual pastry classes in December. I’ve joined Molly for a Croquembouche and Bûche de Noël class – both were major hits with my family!
Le Creuset Dutch Oven
Le Creuset pieces are an investment, but once you start using them you won’t want to cook with anything else. A signature Le Creuset piece is the dutch oven, and I prefer the round shape. If you need help picking a size they have a handy guide. You can also change out the knobs which is a fun way to mix up pieces you already have. These dutch ovens are so versatile, you can use them on the stovetop or in the oven and they distribute and hold heat so well. Each is made in France and comes with a lifetime warranty so you don’t have to worry about your investment. The handles do get hot – so one of my favorite purchases to go with the dutch oven are these handle grips!
Gifts for Francophiles Available Online: Fantasy Gifts
Christofle Vertigo Butter Dish with Lid
For the Francophile who has everything, a gorgeous Christofle Vertigo Butter Dish is a perfect option. I would be thrilled if someone gifted me this!
Petrossian Caviar
Nothing says fantasy gift quite like caviar, and Petrossian caviar truly is the best. It lasts for eight weeks and is such a special addition to any celebration. You can also bring Petrossian back from France – just make sure you stay within the 125 gram per person limits for customs.
Olympia Le-Tan Paris Clutches
Olympia Le-Tan clutches are conversation starters – they’re trompe l’oeil (optical illusion) books and feature the most fabulous embroidery. The clutches are an investment, but it’s so much fun to look at the different designs.
Baccarat Harmonie Tumblers Colors of Joy Pastel Set
Baccarat Harmonie Tumblers are the ultimate classic in my opinion. When we registered for our wedding I only wanted things that we would use all of the time, and the Harmonie Tumblers check that box. The Baccarat Harmonie Tumblers in the Colors of Joy Pastel set are now so high up on my list of wants I can’t even tell you!
Croissant au Beurre French Stamps
For someone who has everything…they probably don’t have Croissant au Beurre stamps from La Poste! These stamps are collectables but are also valid for international mail sent from France. They are available in very limited quantities so don’t wait to purchase if you’re interested!
A Print from the Gray Malin “Dogs of Paris” Series
I got to be a part of the Gray Malin “Dogs of Paris” photoshoot in July and it was one of the most fun things I did this year. For anyone who loves dogs, Paris or both the photos would be the perfect gift. I really can’t pick a favorite…but I am partial to the shots with Rio the golden retriever and my favorite café Les Antiquaires. All of the shooting locations are so iconic!
Petit H Snowflake Charm Ornaments
All Petit H by Hermès products are “born in reverse” – meaning they’re created from existing materials. In turn, each item is one of a kind. Normally you’ll only find Petit H products at the Rue de Sèvres store in Paris and very occasionally at other stores around the world. It’s fun to browse the entire collection, but this snowflake charm caught my eye. It would be so pretty on a tree!
A Trip to France
Of course, the ultimate gift for any Francophile is a trip to France. I would be honored to help you put together an unforgettable itinerary. If a trip to France isn’t in the cards for this year, I also offer memberships which give you an insider’s look at life in Paris or gift cards to use towards future travel planning services.
I hope you enjoyed this list of gifts for Francophiles available online. If you’re looking for even more general gift ideas, be sure to check out my suggestions here.
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