Inspirational French interior design ideas

8 ways to create your French garden

These eight French garden design ideas are beyond beautiful and can be used to create a quintessentially French garden. Idea #3 is so easy!

How to ship French antiques to USA in 2025

If you’re purchasing antique furniture, fine art, or sculptures in France, this comprehensive guide provides everything you need to know about shipping your items safely and efficiently worldwide....

Antiques and vintage pieces for the modern home - 14 decorating ideas

There are so many wonderful ways to decorate! One method is to mix contemporary pieces with antiques or vintage objects, because the contrast of eras can give great interest to a room. Through insp...

An introduction to classic French garden pots, planters, urns, and olive jars

France offers the highest quality of pots and urns, some of which have been hand-crafted following traditional methods for centuries. These beautiful artisanal products cover a tremendous breadth o...

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.