Inspired by Paris; this lighthearted and deceptively wise contemporary memoir serves as a guidebook for women on the path to adulthood; sophistication; and style. Jennifer Scottrsquo;s self-published success is now a beautifully packaged and fully illustrated gift book; perfect for any woman looking to lead a more fulfilling; passionate; and artful life.Paris may be the City of Light; but for many it is also the City of Transformation. When Jennifer Scott arrived in Paris as an exchange student from California; she had little idea she would become an avid fan of French fashion; lifestyle; and sophistication. Used to a casual life back home; in Paris she was hosted by a woman she calls ldquo;Madame Chic;rdquo; mistress of a grand apartment in the Sixteenth Arrondissement. Madame Chic mentors Jennifer in the art of living; with elegance and an impeccably French less-is-more philosophy. Three-course meals prepared by the well-dressed Madame Chic (her neat clothes covered by an apron; of course) lure Jennifer from her usual habit of frequent snacks; junk food; sweatpants; and TV. Additional time spent with ldquo;Madame Bohemienne;rdquo; a charming single mother who passionately embraces Parisian joie de vivre; introduces readers to another facet of behind-closed-doors Parisian life. While Francophiles will appreciate this memoir of a young womanrsquo;s adventure abroad; others who may not know much about France will thrill to the surprisingly do-able (yet chic!) hair and makeup lessons; plus tips on how to create a capsule wardrobe with just ten useful core pieces. Each chapter of Lessons from Madame Chic reveals the valuable secrets Jennifer learned while under Madame Chicrsquo;s tutelagemdash;tips you can master no matter where you live or the size of your budget. Embracing the classically French aesthetic of quality over quantity; aspiring Parisiennes will learn the art of eating (deprive yourself not; snacking is not chic); fashion (buy the best you can afford); grooming (le no-makeup look); among other tips. From entertaining to decor; you will gain insights on how to cultivate old-fashioned sophistication while living an active; modern life. Lessons from Madame Chic is the essential handbook for a woman that wants to look good; live well; and enjoy that Parisian je ne sais quoi in her own arrondissement.
2011-11-01 2012-04-10File Name: B007Y3A5OC
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