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French Impressions Hardcover – October 1, 2010

by Betty Lou Phillips (Author)
4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars 30 ratings
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In this her tenth book, acclaimed interior designer and award-winning author Betty Lou Phillips presents spirit-lifting takes on classic style from a modern point of view. Mingling elegance with ease, in a manner relaxed yet refined, Phillips sumptuously layers texture and color with pleasing, unexpected detail as she creates twenty-first century comfort with and French flair. The dazzling beauty of more than 225 images illustrates the fabled French ways of melding the past with the present while offering a glimpse of a life that is justly inspiring.

Betty Lou Phillips is the author of the award-winning Villa Decor, plus The French Room, Inspirations from France and Italy, The French Connection, Secrets of French Design, Unmistakably French, French Influences, French by Design, and Provencal Interiors: French Country Style In America. She has appeared on the Christopher Lowell Show and The Oprah Winfrey Show, and her work has been featured in hundreds of newspapers and popular magazines, including Veranda, House Beautiful, Traditional Home, Southern Accents, and Decorating.

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  1. Print length
    240 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Gibbs Smith
  4. Publication date
    October 1, 2010
  5. Dimensions
    10 x 1.25 x 14 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    1423604563
  7. ISBN-13
    978-1423604563
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In her tenth design book, acclaimed designer and award-winning author BETTY LOU PHILLIPS authoritatively translates fervent beliefs that have long defined the French art de vivre, while artfully sculpting satisfying rooms that that owe more than a little to French influences.

And unlike other design books, FRENCH IMPRESSIONS, offers insight into the manners and mores of the Parisians themselves FRENCH IMPRESSIONS, which is already in it's second printing, showcases the true essence of French culture and style. Photographed by Piassick Photography, Betty Lou shares the classical splendor of French artistry, attitude, style and far more in the 225 sumptuous color photographs aptly featuring her own work.

About the Author

A respected member of the American Society of Interior Designers, BETTY LOU PHILLIPS has appeared on the Christopher Lowell Show and The Oprah Winfrey Show, and her work has been featured in hundreds of newspapers and popular magazines, including Veranda, Southern Accents, Traditional Home, and Decorating. Her first foray into children's books, Emily Goes Wild, won the Texas Institute of Letters prestigious "Friend of the Austin Public Library Award For Best Children's Book." Phillips lives in Dallas, Texas. Her three sons all married interior designers.

(Design Guide Blog 2010-11-04)

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Celebrating America's long admiration for French style, acclaimed interior designer and award-winning author Betty Lou Phillips authoritatively translates her extensive understanding of global glamour for savvy tastes. In this her tenth book she presents spirit-lifting takes on classic style from a modern point of view. Mingling elegance with ease, in a style relaxed yet refined, Phillips sumptuously layers texture and color with pleasing, unexpected detail as she creates twenty-first-century comfort with lasting French flair. The dazzling beauty of two hundred images illustrate the fabled French ways of melding the past with the present while offering a glimpse of lives that are justly inspiring.

Betty Lou Phillips is the author of award-winning Villa Décor, plus Inspirations from France & Italy. Her tenth book, French Impressions, joins The French Room, The French Connection, Secrets of French Design, Unmistakably French, French Influences, French by Design and Provencal Interiors: French Country Style in America. A professional member of the American Society of Interior Designers with projects from New York to California, her work has been featured in Veranda, Traditional Home, Southern Accents and countless other magazines. Additionally, she has appeared on the Christopher Lowell Show and the Oprah Winfrey Show. She lives in Dallas, Texas.

Jacket photographs © 2010 by Dan Piassick.

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Gibbs Smith (October 1, 2010)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 240 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1423604563
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1423604563
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 4.25 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 10 x 1.25 x 14 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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Betty Lou Phillips is the author of the award-winning Villa Décor, plus The French Room, Inspirations from France and Italy, The French Connection, Secrets of French Design, Unmistakably French, French Influences, French by Design, and Provençal Interiors. A professional member of the American Society of Interior Designers, her work has appeared in Southern Accents, Traditional Home, Decorating, Bedroom & Bath, Window & Wall, Paint Décor, and more. Additionally, she has appeared on the Christopher Lowell Show and the Oprah Winfrey Show. She lives in Dallas, Texas.

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R. Henderson
5.0 out of 5 stars Betty Lou take me away!
Reviewed in the United States on October 2, 2010
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This is a beautiful book;like I would expect anything less from Betty Lou Phillips! I own every book that Betty Lou has written and some of them I have two copies, one to work from and one to keep in A+ condition. I am from Dallas as is Betty Lou so we think alike when it comes to making a house a home, I guess it is that Southern Mother thing. Now living in Alaska (where people do not decorate their homes in the same style, lots of log cabin and country types here) it so nice to sit down with a cup of coffee as the snow falls outside and let Betty Lou once again take me away to France, Italy or even just Texas for a short while is such a dream come true. I love the size of this book, it is a little larger than some of her books; the size makes for such a great view of all the interesting little details in each space. When I look through this book I see so many little things I can incorporate into my rooms, like the display of items in the cabinet on page 190, (I have 3 cabinets similar to that in my hall way)it makes me feel like Betty Lou helped me decorate my home. I especially love the blueprint drawings used for placematts on page 182; and who wouldn't love Jackson (Betty Lou's dog) on page 77 & 86. Buy this book, you will not regret it.....it is one of her best, however I say that about all of Betty Lou's books.
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S.L. Freeman
5.0 out of 5 stars Joy to read and own
Reviewed in the United States on November 1, 2010
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Beautifully written and photographed, Betty Lou's latest book is not only visually inspiring, but also insightful into French customs and history. The gorgeous book is a great source for all the elegant rooms and accessories pictured while educating the reader on the life and times of the French. It takes you from historic France to current,elegant living in today's world. I loved this book so much that I purchased several gifts for friends and family members- all of whom were thrilled with such a lovely addition to their coffee table collections.
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donald d brynildsen
4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
Reviewed in the United States on July 5, 2014
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Lots of good pictures and it is a pretty book for the coffee table.
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D.A. Bridey
2.0 out of 5 stars UNINSPIRING
Reviewed in the United States on March 31, 2022
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This book is great if you are the wife of a Texas oil baron. For the rest of us not so much. Pages are filled with rooms that are obviously for the wealthy with little imagination or ingenuity. The rooms appear unlived in with museum quality furnishings only a millionaire could afford. Even the nursery looks as if it came with a nanny. Not my taste at all. To many close ups of insignificant vignettes and not enough full spread photos of rooms.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Discipline
Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2014
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one thing I notice when viewing this fine collection, is organization. the softness of the French blue color. relaxes the mind and soul. even though the dressing of the cupboards are precise and arranged with care. you sense a feeling of order and discipline but are at ease because of the authors selection in decor and furnishings. what a pleasure to study these pages while sipping a cup of chamomile tea. I feel like I sense a fragrance of lavender in the air while I turn the pages.
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Kay
3.0 out of 5 stars Given as a gift and friend was disappointed in the scope of content.
Reviewed in the United States on February 18, 2013
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Not all I expected it to be for such a find cover and author.
Nice but disappointing; almost too bland.
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C-Builder
5.0 out of 5 stars One Of The Best!
Reviewed in the United States on September 29, 2010
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I have purchased previous books by Betty Lou Phillips and was blown away by this latest book! As a builder, pictures say a thousand words and clients are frequently showing me photos out of her books. I intend to study the pages from this book, as I know my clients will be referring to them in the near future. There are wonderful architectural details which support the beautiful interiors and inspiration is on every page!
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Designer Wannabe
5.0 out of 5 stars Phenomenal!
Reviewed in the United States on October 27, 2010
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I can't add too much more in the way of praise for this book. I do have a question...whose house is this? And how long did it take to build and decorate? My only criticism, if it's even that, is the fact that the artwork wasn't quite up to the caliber of the rest of the decoration. A few "starving artist" paintings, which surprised me. Otherwise, fabulous.
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