Parisian women know that not every designer piece – no matter how high-end – will work on their body type. While certain pieces of clothing are universally flattering, like the wrap dress, for example, not every design will work for every body. Parisians are experts at finding the styles that flatter their body type and repeating what works. Discover Parisian Brands The Parisienne retains her little imperfections, cherishes them even (the gap in her smile or her slightly crooked tooth, her prominent eyebrows or strong nose): these are the signs of a certain strength of character and allow her to feel beautiful without being perfect.” In short, frisky sections, these Parisian women give you their very original views on style, beauty, culture, attitude and men. The authors--Anne Berest, Audrey Diwan, Caroline de Maigret, and Sophie Mas--unmarried but attached, with children--have been friends for years. Talented bohemian iconoclasts with careers in the worlds of music, film, fashion and publishing, they are untypically frank and outspoken as they debunk the myths about what it means to be a French woman today. Letting you in on their secrets and flaws, they also make fun of their complicated, often contradictory feelings and behavior. They admit to being snobs, a bit self-centered, unpredictable but not unreliable. Bossy and opinionated, they are also tender and romantic. Did you ever notice why restaurants don’t serve food around 6PM, or why French people are seen eating their dinner at 8, 9, or even 10PM? Janine Marsh You could go into a restaurant and they could just be absolutely awful for you. And they’re still going to get a tip, whether you like it or not.

Although there are dozens of amazing French clothing brands, there are a few brands that Parisians love in particular. Here’s a few steps to act like a Parisian during your stay in the French capital. Eventually French people will dumbfoundingly utter « Oh, t’es pas français ?! » (you’re not French ?!) So what’s the easiest way to be Parisian? Speak like a Parisian Choose one part to focus on, one single operation. The one thing that bothers you the most...Next, put off for as long as possible the age at which you first have work done.” Four accomplished friends set out to do such a thing and with élan. If you only arm yourself with this guide to withstand 21st century onslaughts of lasers, fillers, Botox, and spinning class, you will succeed in embracing your inner-Parisian self whether you are in Hong Kong, or North Versailles, Pennsylvania. This saucy guide to French chic has a charming authorité. It's also curiously persuasive' -- FT.comFavored “bo bo” (bourgeois bohemian) ambling areas are the Marais, Canal Saint Martin and République. The fonctionnaire revels in the power they wield from desks on which a bottle of mineral water is firmly planted – they believe it makes them lose weight.

Janine Marsh Millionaire’s row huh? So the Parisians never leave Paris to go shopping? Do they ever leave Paris? Janine Marsh Is there one thing that you should do or that you shouldn’t do to make you look more Parisian and less a tourist when you come to Paris?

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BONUS: When you’re sitting outside at your café, have a copy of Le Monde folded up besides you. Although Parisians never have time to read it, it’s universally accepted as good journalism. Congratulations, now you’re sophisticated. Dress Like a Parisian Jacques Chirac was known for a string of affairs, while even bland François Hollande doubled up on the mother of his children. Janine Marsh This is what she said. She gave me a look that said, I don’t want you to wear my beautiful dresses you are not worthy! Kit yourself out at Merci ( 111 boulevard Beaumarchais, +33 01 42 77 00 33), the cult concept store near the Bastille, or at the style emporium Colette in the rue Saint Honoré ( No. 213; +33 1 55 35 33 90). The fabric: look at what the garment is made of and prefer natural fibers like cotton, silk, wool, cashmere or linen, etc., over synthetic fabrics.

Obviously the best way to be Parisian is to speak French. However to supplement your language, beauf, sympa, and putain are three words to add to your French vocabulary.

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Smoking is still cool and even in deep midwinter pavement café heaters cater to the inveterate nicotine fiend, environment be damned.