Best Francophile Gift Guide: 48 Chic French-Inspired Gifts

1. Vintage Travel Poster

A classic French travel poster adds character to a living room, office, hallway, or bathroom.

I love the bright colors and ’60s style of this Paris Air France poster!

Be sure to choose the size you want, and note that the poster arrives unframed.

2. France Embroidered Pillow

The perfect home decor gift for France lovers, this hand-embroidered France pillow captures favorite places, people, and things from France!

Each pillow is one of kind, because each is embroidered by hand and can even be personalized!

3. French Tablecloth

Beautiful cotton tablecloths like these are found on kitchen tables in homes throughout France.

Tablecloths are a wonderful hostess gift if you’re visiting a friend!

Choose from a variety of patterns and be sure to pick the right size for the table!

4. Dyptique candle

The original scented candle maker, Dyptique began with a store in Paris and now has a devoted international following.

The Dyptique Baies candle smells like fresh blackcurrant berries with rose accents. There’s nothing like it!

5. French Girl Lip Tint

French Girl lip balm captures French women’s effortless approach to beauty.

This moisturizing balm offers a sheer pop of color, to be worn alone or over lipstick.

All products are organic, vegan, and free of synthetic and metal-based colors.

6. French Market Basket

Bring some French style to everyday errands with this sturdy and stylish French market basket.

With long and short leather handles, it’s easy to carry by hand or over the shoulder.

It’s beautifully crafted and will last for years.

7. La Chatelaine Bar Soaps

These triple milled luxurious soaps from the South of France smell amazing!

With sustainable palm oil, organic shea butter, argan oil, and vitamin E, the soaps are nourishing and hydrating for skin.

They come in a pretty tin case, ready for gift wrapping!

8. French Hand Cream

This hand lotion is made in Provence and enhanced by master perfumers.

The Panier des Sens hand cream trios come in scents like verbena, rose, and lavender or orange blossom, jasmine, and geranium.

The olive oil and shea butter will sooth and repair dry hands.

9. Breton-Inspired Sweater

Here’s a relaxed take on Breton stripes!

This soft sweater has a mock turtleneck, decorative buttons on the shoulder, and a casual fit.

It’s a great way for your gift recipient to look stylish and stay warm!

10. Paris Street Scene Puzzle

Here’s a way to pass the time until heading off to Paris again: this whimsical puzzle of a Parisian street scene.

The image features the Eiffel Tower, a Metro sign, and more.

This high-quality, 1,000-piece puzzle comes in a sturdy box so it’s easy to store.

11. Silk Scarf

French women are always so stylish. Knowing how to wear a beautiful silk scarf seems to be one of their secrets.

A silk scarf is a lovely gift that can be worn in many different ways and in any weather.

12. French Language Course

For someone who really loves France and French culture, the absolute best gift would be the gift of fluency.

Rosetta Stone is considered to be the best language learning program. This program gives the recipient lifetime access to learning French (and 24 other languages)

13. A trip to France

If you want to splurge on the best gift ever, send your loved one to France!

Amazing trip options are:

• a culinary holiday devoted to French food and wine
• a cycling tour through France
• a hiking tour through France

14. A Tour of Paris

If the person you’re shopping for is already planning a trip to France, make it even more special and book a guided tour for them!

Here are some of my favorite tours of Paris!

15. macarons

Just one taste of these decadent macarons will transport the recipient to a French patisserie!

Enjoy a rich, creamy filling sandwiched between two almond meringue cookies. Yum!

16. French Chocolate

French chocolate is some of the best in the world, so it’s a great idea for a gift.

Francophiles will love luxurious French chocolate from La Maison du Chocolat! With its creative flavors and rich ganache, these chocolates are a decadent treat to be savored.

17. St. Michel Butter Cookies

St. Michel Grandes Galettes are world famous!

Made with a 100+ years old traditional family recipe from only the finest French ingredients, these cookies are a true taste of France.

18. French Breakfast Tea

Start your day the French way, with this French breakfast tea.

This aromatic blend of black teas comes in muslin tea sachets and captures the taste of breakfast in France.

19. French Hot Chocolate

Children in France grow up drinking Poulain hot chocolate for breakfast. Simply add hot milk and chocolate powder and stir.

If you’re buying a gift for a loved one who has lived in France, this might be just the right thing to remind them of their time there.

20. French Cheeses

If your local grocery store doesn’t have a good selection of imported French cheese, or you live far away from your favorite francophile, have a collection of French cheese delivered!

Your French-loving friend will be delighted to try eight different French cheeses: Brillat Savarin, Pont L’eveque, Berthaut Epoisses, Petit Livarot, Camembert, Delice, Crottin Maitre, and Crottin De Champcol.

21. herbs de Provence

The magic combination of rosemary, thyme, marjoram, and savory that create the Herbs de Provence will delight any Francophile friend.

This gift will bring the taste of the South of France into all their favorite dishes!

22. Dijon Mustard

The Dijon region of France is synonymous with excellent mustard.

This incredibly tasty, smooth textured Dijon mustard is perfect on sandwiches or as an ingredient in sauces, spreads, and other recipes.

Plus, it comes in a stone crock which you can repurpose when you finish the mustard.

23. Wine map of France

If your Francophile friend also happens to love wine, give them this wine map of France.

It has remarkable details out the wine regions of France and would be incredibly useful for someone planning a wine-tasting trip to France.

Head to your local wine shop and buy a few bottles of French wine to go with the map, and: voila! the perfect gift!

24. French press

Give your Francophile friend a reason to get up in the morning, even when they’re not actually in France.

This French press is easy to use and makes delicious coffee. I bought this exact French press for myself, so I know it’s a great purchase!

25. Cafe au Lait Bowl

In France, whether you start your day with tea, hot chocolate, or café au lait, drinking from a traditional bowl is a treat.

Café au lait bowls are a classic, understated, very French gift.

26. Paris Metro Coffee Mug

Help your friend or family member who loves France plan their next trip to Paris!

They can study this mug with a map of the Paris Metro while taking a coffee break!

27. Picardie glasses

A staple of French kitchens, Picardie glassware feels great in your hands.

These classic French glasses stack easily and hold up to years of daily use.

28. Cheese Board

Ending a meal with a cheese course is simply a part of the French way of life, so a cheese board is a great gift idea for a francophile!

This large cheeseboard has plenty of room for all your favorite cheeses, plus a built-in draw to store the included cheese knives and serving forks.

29. Electric Crepe Maker

Give the gift of authentic French crepes! This amazing electric crepe maker makes it possible.

It’s so much easier to use than a traditional crepe griddle! With this crepe pan, crepes cook in seconds!

The decision to give this present to your favorite Francophile should be easy—deciding if you want sweet or savory crepes might be that hard part!

30. Baguette Pan

For anyone who misses French bread, give the gift of warm, perfectly crisp French bread.

This nonstick baguette pan, made from heavy-weight aluminum, is just what a home baker needs to achieve the crisp, golden crust of a delicious French baguette.

31. Madeleine Pan

This heavy duty Madeleine pan will allow a home baker to create bakery-quality madelaines from scratch!

These shell shaped cookies are a French classic, because they’re so delicious and buttery.

Another plus with this pan: it’s nonstick, easy to clean, and dishwasher safe.

I personally have a madeleine pan, and I’m glad to be able to indulge in these cookies anytime, no airline ticket to France required.

32. Le Creuset Dutch Oven

Give this amazing Le Creuset enameled cast iron Dutch oven to the Francophile you love the most!

This heirloom quality piece is one of the most special gifts any fan of French cooking could receive.

There are more than various colors to choose from, so you can match any kitchen decor!

33. French Rolling Pin

This is the ideal rolling pin for rolling out pie crusts, pizza dough, and pastries!

At 17 inches long, tapered with no handles, it’s easier to use to traditional American rolling pins.

It’s easy to store and clean, plus dough won’t stick to it.

34. Mastering the Art of French Cooking

If you can’t send your francophile friend or family member off to French cooking school, give them Julia Child’s classic, Mastering the Art of French Cooking.

With more than 750 recipes in this two volume set, your loved one can create amazing French cuisine for their next dinner party!

35. Barefoot in Paris

For someone who loves French food, the perfect gift might be Barefoot in Paris: Easy French Food You Can Make at Home.

Ina Garten, aka the Barefoot Contessa, makes French cuisine more accessible and less intimidating.

Readers will also love reading about Ina’s adventures at outdoor markets and tiny shops in Paris!

36. The French Bakery Cookbook

Master the art of French baking with The French Bakery Cookbook, packed with more than 85 authentic recipes!

Learn how to make a perfect baguette, decadent macarons, impeccable tarts, and melt-in-your-mouth pastries.

This cookbook will be much appreciated by any francophile who enjoys baking!

37. Paris Cocktails

Toast to Paris from home with this collection of more than 100 recipes for the best Parisian cocktails.

Collected from speak-easies, wine bars, and historic Parisian institutions, your Francophile loved one can imbibe in French style from afar.

38. Sweet Paris

Frank Adrian Barrow combined desserts from everyday life in the USA with classic French recipes (and French ingredients) to make his own versions.

In Sweet Paris: Seasonal Recipes from an American Baker in France, the reader gets an inside look at his creative process and access to all the best recipes from this American’s French kitchen.

39. The Cook’s Atelier

If you’re not quite able to afford the gift of sending your someone special off to cooking classes in France, give the next best thing: The Cook’s Atelier: Recipes, Techniques, and Stories from Our French Cooking School.

This cookbook features stunning photographs and more than 100 recipes based on French cooking techniques, seasonal menus, and fresh takes on classic recipes.

40. Le Petit Prince Tote

Who doesn’t love this French classic? This Le Petit Prince tote bag is made from 100% cotton canvas.

It’s durable and high-quality. It takes up almost no space, so it’s easy to stash in the car, a purse, or a suitcase. And you can take it anywhere!

41. Literary Paris: A Photographic Tour

This gorgeous coffee table book is a peek into the best literary spots in Paris.

Whatever your gift recipient loves most about Paris—cozy cafes, book shops, or nods to authors of the past—she’ll find glimpses of it in the pages of this book.

42. Timeless Paris

If you have a French-loving friend who would like an inside guide to shopping in Paris, give them Timeless Paris: Ateliers Emporiums Savoir Fair.

Artist and designer Marin Montagut reveals 20 of his favorite Parisian artisanal shops in this delightful book!

43. My Good Life in France

If someone you know has ever considered buying a property in France and claiming a little bit of France for yourself, buy them this book!

In My Good Life in France: In Pursuit of the Rural Dream, Janine Marsh recounts her impromptu purchase of a rundown barn in the French countryside and the adventures that ensued!

44. The Bonjour Effect

Here’s a guide to communicating in French that’s not about grammar rules and verb tenses!

The Bonjour Effect is all about how conversation is expected to flow in France.

The reader will get insight into topics that should never be discussed, how to navigate conversations, and the unwritten rules of communicating in French.

45. Bonne Maman Advent Calendar

If you’re shopping for a gift during the holiday season, make the countdown sweet with this Bonne Maman advent calendar.

Hidden in the calendar are 24 delicious, limited edition fruit preserves and spreads, made by one of my favorite French brands!

46. France Christmas Ornaments

Dress up the Christmas tree with this lovely blown glass Eiffel Tower ornament!

I actually had a hard time choosing which ornament to feature! I also loved this baguette ornament and this macaron ornament.

47. French Lingo Playing Cards

These French Lingo playing cards make a great stocking stuffer.

And practicing essential phrases while playing card games is guaranteed to be hilarious.

48. French Notecards

Give these adorable Parisian Life Notecards.

Four charming designs (four cards of each) show off the cobblestone streets, small shops, and eccentric inhabitants of the French capital.