You shouldn't have to dismount at Charles de Gaulle Airport for a slice of Parisian life. Many of us are just one gilded mirror away from perfecting the je ne sais quoi of the French in our own homes. The magic of Paris is not just in its grand boulevards or the iconic twinkle of the Eiffel Tower but also in the intimacy and charm that radiates from the interiors of its homes. The good news? You don’t have to book a flight to Paris to capture this effortless, yet captivating style. Because despite what people tell you, doing as the French do is really quite achievable with the right attitude and eye for detail. With just a few key elements, you can bring that same understated elegance into your living room or dining space.

For starters, there's a few design rules to stick to when it comes to emulating French interior style in your own home. A blank canvas, helped along by a lick of white paint and mismatched timber are an ideal place to start. Think of it as the French approach to simplicity, where less is more. Aside from that, it all comes down to the decor. Fresh flowers and candlesticks are the obvious additions. But what about the less so?

From antique mirrors and ornate frames, to vintage-inspired coffee pots and a well-loved French press, there are a multitude of ways to bring the magic of the City of Light into your own home. Textiles — think plush velvet cushions on linen sofas, and sweeping curtains in soft shades —also play a huge role in creating a cozy ambience, while an eclectic mix of artwork brings a little charm to bare walls.

Below, we bring you a roundup of what to buy if you're ready to lean into Parisian interior decor — no passport required!

MCM HOUSE Joe Sofa

LOUISE BOURGEOIS Paintings

HERMON BLUE Ritual Candelabra & Neptune Sticks

Fresh Flowers

FAZEEK Balance Vase

IN BED 100% Linen Tablecloth

MAISON BALZAC Le Soleil Large Candle

SARAH ELLISON Chromeo Armchair

THONET No. 18 Bentwood Chairs

TAMSIN JOHNSON Abstract Ceramic Vase

ESPRO Press P5

HEIMUR Wallace Room Divider

DINOSAUR DESIGNS Large Bones Bowl

SJOERD VROONLAND The Ovington Floor Lamp

EN GOLD Santos Console Table

ETSY Gilded Mirrors

SABRE Bistrot 24 Pc Cutlery

SOCIETY 6 L'observateur Art Print

French Flax Linen Curtains

LAHANDIRA Berber Rug

For more in the way of all things Gallic, see our 7 tips for styling your home like a French girl. Additionally, why not peruse our favourite Instagram accounts to follow if you're ever in the mood for Paris? Otherwise, take note from our favourite French girls. We've created a retrospective on the late Jane Birkin's best style moments. And here is our homage to the wardrobe of cinema icon Lea Seydoux. And here is a roundup of our most loved films from French New Wave director Jean-Luc Godard. Enjoy.