Product Description

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #18804 in Books
• Published on: 2004-05-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 256 pages

From Publishers Weekly
Most American women would agree that those Frenchies have something going on. La Femme Nikita, Catherine Deneuve, even Audrey Tatou of Amélie fame-they all possess a certain je ne sais quoi. In this cutesy pick-me-up of a book, Ollivier-an American married to a Frenchman-insists that you, too, can be glamorous, mythic and mysterious; "a star in the pantheon of feminine beauty and strength." How can American gals tap into their inner Frenchness? Ollivier lays down the law, interspersing her must-dos with sidebars detailing, for example, legendary French ladies from Josephine Bonaparte to Coco Chanel. Among Ollivier's tips: for loungewear, think silk mou-mous or padded zebra-skin mules, not baggy sweat pants; toss the Equal and use regular sugar in your coffee; and go ahead and gossip, but be discreet. Stereotypical? Peut-être. But Ollivier's overall advice-seek beauty everywhere; accept character flaws; don't rush to define a romantic relationship-goes far beyond the realm of France and its women, and is evident in smart women the world over.
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Review
"A fun, interesting read with more to offer than fashion tips.(Ollivier) cracks the French style code." -- Palm Beach Post

Review
"A fun, interesting read with more to offer than fashion tips...(Ollivier) cracks the French style code."
- Palm Beach Post

"Ollivier dishes on that je ne sais quois that French women seem to have, and how American women can attain it."
- Dallas Morning News


"Ollivier dishes on that je ne sais quois that French women seem to have, and how American women can attain it." (Dallas Morning News )

"A fun, interesting read with more to offer than fashion tips…(Ollivier) cracks the French style code." (Palm Beach Post )

Customer Reviews

Witty and Charming
I had high hopes for this book when I bought it, and I was only a little disappointed. The first half of the book gives examples and ideas about how French women act, how they see themselves, and how they present themselves to the world. She adds in examples from women she's known in France, and overall I found it delightful. The second half is a little less useful, as it touches less on attitude and fashion to house decoration, presenting meals, and work lives. I think she stretched a little bit in the second half, but its still a delight to read - and her film and books suggestions are gold. This was well worth the price and it provides easy, enjoyable reading, as well as good advice on how to carry yourself with confidence, whether French or not. I know many French women who fit her ideal, and many who do not - but she certainly gives us something to aspire to.

Fabulous Insights
Entre Nous is an innovating book that captures the femininity and admiration of the French woman. From tips to ways of life, this book focuses on the importance the French girl puts on food, life, and play. Throughout the text, the author recommends books and films that capture the essence of the topics at hand.

This book will help to change the way one thinks of her work. It will also help one to encourage relaxation, to take life slow, and enjoy the pleasures life has to offer.

Painful
This book is incredibly TEDIOUS. Maybe because I ready after How to be imposibly french wich is great!.


I find the little quotes and film notes more interesting than the book itself. But very distracting.