What is French Farmhouse? And How to Accomplish the Look!
So, I get this question all the time, what would you call your style? I would call my style French Farmhouse or European Farmhouse. Coming from an Italian background this kind of confuses me sometimes. You would think I would naturally gear for those Italian touches or being a “millennial” go for something more modern and fresh. Well, I guess somehow I’ve incorporated all of that to a certain extent and then found this love for the French culture and all things French. I sometimes consider my style “European Farmhouse” because I do think that a lot of European furnishings and decor are relatable and though something may not be exactly French, it has a European feel to it. Growing up I was always intrigued by the Fine Art my parents hung on their walls of my late Great Uncle. He was an unbelievable oil painter and most of his painting had a European look. I guess this kind of nudged me in this direction…and as I’ve decorated and re-decorated and tried a few looks out my style seems to sway in the look of French and European feel, but with a Farmhouse (casual) vibe.
So, in a nutshell-I think French Farmhouse style is an elegant version of Farmhouse style with more vintage inspired pieces and also furnishings and accessories that are slightly more embellished than American Farmhouse.
I do have to admit as I’ve decorated and been inspired by other’s I crave a more “realistic” Farmhouse look and hope that with our new home I can accomplish this look even more. More authentic treasures and a collectible look.
So, if you’re reading this you are probably also intrigued by the French Farmhouse look and kind of confused too as to what happened to French Country is that still a thing? Well, I think French Country is most definitely still a look and it tends to be even more ornate than French Farmhouse. I think French Farmhouse has been a combination of that Traditional French Country feel combined with the casualness of Farmhouse style. I guess the best way to totally cover the look is to show you. I am also including pieces to gain the look of these beautifully styled French Farmhouse homes to try to incorporate in your own home.
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Description: This Kitchen I think we can all agree is a DREAM! What creates this timeless look for those that love a traditional feel that doesn’t feel stuffy, are the neutrals combined with great textures, and a gathered feel. The shiplap walls are the perfect Farmhouse touch. Though some are straying away from Shiplap, if you select the right places to add it (such as this kitchen) it will feel less trendy and more appropriate. The light grays mixed with the weathered wood, light flooring, and patina fixtures are a true combination of the French Farmhouse look.
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Description: White, natural wood, vintage find (ex. vintage breadboards), marble, and copper! Add this to any dining or kitchen space and instantly adds more French feel to a neutral kitchen.
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Description: fine linens, tufted bench, white walls, and a dramatic chandelier, give this room a serene French feel.
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Description: Aged wood, white walls with wainscoting, french doors, slipcovered furniture, and olive trees!
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Description: Warm wood toned vintage bench, large mirrors, natural elements
Description: Terracotta Flooring, Deconstructed chair, Wood Beam, Concrete, stone.
Description: Ticking Stripe Bedding, Buffalo Check, White Walls, Concrete Lamps, blue and white decor
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7 Responses
This is exactly the style I crave! Nothing trendy and cutesy! All of these are gorgeous! Thanks for sharing !
Thank u so very much I have been wanting to decide on how to integrate my dear husbands Swedish background and my Italian. This seems like a great way to do it. I like the gustavian swedish look and I do think the French design can be a transition into the more ornate Italian.
I love the ideas u have shown. Do u have any reference books u have used to help pull all your ideas together
Many blessings in your endeavors
Marianne
That is so great! I love hearing that Marianne. I am usually glued to pinterest, but check out my friend Jamie’s new book. https://amzn.to/2K45c0K
Ladder back chairs with rush seats, toile, chickens, seed and feed sacks, blues, yellows and reds, sunflowers, these things make me think Country French.
Ladder back chairs and toile are timeless. The other examples mentioned are the country French look of the late 90s. Country French is now more refined, less cutsy. Deb has given good examples of the more current country French look. You’ll see there are no reds or yellows, only subdued colors. And, no chickens. I guess the old country French was an Americanized version.
I have touches of French country styling in my home. I believe less is more in decorating but am not a minimalist. I love neutrals. To me they are soothing, restful, calming, never boring.
Have a wonderful Sunday!
Where and what do I need to do to get slipcovers made so that I am able to update my couch without spending the price for a new one? Thank you!
Have you ever heard of Bemz sharon? They have some great options for slipcovers.