Unfortunately, we can't all walk out our front door and wander down to the local marche aux puces, as the Parisians can. But the French Country look is hugely popular in Canada, with antique and specialty shops in most major Canadian cities specializing in French wares. Here's a quick survey of some of our favourites.
VANCOUVER
French Country Antiques
A can't-miss sale one month a year – October 2 to 31, with previews September 28 to 30, at 1625 W. 5th Ave. Visit frenchcountryantiques.org for information.
Ta Da!
Run by interior designer and flea market junkie Rosanne Daykin, Ta Da! has an endless supply of items, many of them from France. 2308 W. Broadway, (604) 736-3011.
Prairie Dawn
An antiques dealer with new shipments arriving frequently. The owners hold several large sales annually, including one on October 18 and 19 at the Ocean Park Community Hall, (604) 531-6978.
Peridot
It doesn't specialize in French Country per se, but has a French flavour that is très chic. 1512 W. 14th Ave., (604) 736-4499.
MONTREAL
Sérénité
Refined, antique and new furniture and linens from the south of France. 2148 rue de la Montagne, (514) 288-8457.
Vie de la compagne
Great selection of new, antique and vintage bed linens, cushions, china and glassware. 361 av Victoria, (514) 484-2199.
Moutarde
Beautiful furniture, china, bed and bath accessories, many of them from France. 1272 Bernard Ave. W., (514) 272-1212.
Stacaro
Painted and dark wood furniture and accessories imported from France. 2035 rue Stanley, (514) 287-9800.
Arthur Quentin
Beautiful French china and glass. 3960 rue St. Denis, (514) 843-7513.
Qui Dort Dîne
Bed linens, cushions and bath accessories. 4393 St. Denis, (514) 288-3836.
TORONTO
Souleiado En Provence
Limoges china, great selection of Souleiado fabrics. 20 Hazelton Ave., (416) 975-9400.
French Country Inc.
The pretty side of French Country, with a softer colour palette. 6 Roxborough St. W., (416) 944-2204.
La Compañía
If you're looking for folk art, such as country rooster stuff, this is where you should go. 367 Eglinton Ave. W., (416) 487-7747.
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