Inspirational French interior design ideas

Home for the holidays: Noël à la française

Need some inspiration for sprucing up your home and garden this holiday season? Missing France? Want gift ideas? Soak up the French Christmas town and market atmosphere as you browse this blog and ...

Where are they now?

Browse this gallery of inspiring images provided by clients with their favorite Chez Pluie purchases at home in the US, Australia, Europe and Asia. 

Christmas in France - Île-de-France, Alsace, Aquitaine, Rhone Alps, the Riviera, and Corsica

Dreaming of a French Christmas? Whether to enjoy the Christmas holidays formally or solely for the seasonal festivities, France – from Paris to Colmar, Bordeaux across to Annecy, down to Nice and t...

Sale Underway - At Home with Patricia Wells Volume II

BROWSE THE CATALOG Make sure you have the volume turned up to listen to Patricia's stories and hear the magical sounds of Provence.    American journalist, writer, culinary critic, and esteemed coo...

A Guide to Buying French Antiques Online: Why Chez Pluie is Your Ultimate Destination

A Guide to Buying French Antiques Online: Why Chez Pluie is Your Ultimate Destination At Chez Pluie, we believe that the charm and history behind every French antique are what make each piece trul...

The Biot Jar - An ancient French tradition

This blog is all about Biot jars. It covers historical facts, defining characteristics, and the ancient technique of making these beautiful and classic earthenware vessels.

Arthur Litt: Master of Modern French Textile Design

Arthur Litt, born in 1905 in Mulhouse, France, is celebrated as a master of modern textile design. His journey from the industrious city of Mulhouse to the artistic epicenter of Paris marks a sign...

Émile Tessier - a renowned French ceramist

Émile Tessier (1887-1971) was a renowned French ceramist from Malicorne-sur-Sarthe, a village in the Sarthe department. Born into a family deeply rooted in the pottery tradition, Tessier was surrou...

A Few Nights Away on the Côte d'Azur: A Pottery and Glass Blowing Focus

Discover perched villages, stunning views of the sparkling Mediterranean, iconic Modern Art, and bustling ateliers, all under a cloud of sweet perfume—this is an unforgettable journey to the French...

Mithe Espelt (1924-2021) - An iconic Mid-Century Designer

Mithe Espelt (1924-2021) was a French artist renowned for her exquisite, handcrafted mirrors and ceramic pieces. Born in Lunel, France, Espelt developed a unique style that combined meticulous craf...