The chic French creator of gorgeous online homewares boutique, www.bodieandfou.com tells us about her style icons and fashion faux pas'
How would you describe your personal style? Very French (not sure if it's a good or bad thing) ... understated, natural and a bit rock 'n roll, which I try to make a bit more glamorous in the evening with skyscraper heels and a clutch bag.
What do you wear for work? Plain white or grey tops with black trousers/boots or high heels or winter shorts with ugg boots.
Who is your style icon? Charlotte Gainsbourg and Sienna Miller for the inspiration.
What is the one item in your wardrobe you couldn’t live without? My 'La Tropezienne' tan leather bag by US designer Clare Vivier. Clare is married to Thierry, a French film producer who recently filmed Charlotte Gainsbourg when she recorded her last album in LA at Chateau Marmont. After filming, Thierry gave 'La Trop' to Charlotte, so now my style icon and I have the same bag ... not that Charlotte really cares, I'm sure!
What’s your top fashion tip? Wear what suits you and be happy. Confidence, humour and happiness are the best fashion tips.
What’s the worst fashion mistake you’ve ever made? Buying clothes that may fit me when I've lost a few kilos. This never worked! Even if the weight shifts, my body shape may not fit the cut of the clothing, so now I buy things that I can wear now not in a distant future.
What beauty products are currently in your bathroom cabinet? Kiehls for my skin, Aveda for my hair and a little blue pot of Nivea cream in my handbag like my mum always had, because it works for everything-lips, hands and little bumps that my daughter needs soothed.
How would you describe the style of your home? Relaxed, welcoming and child-friendly. Steve and I grew up in big country houses with lots of space in France and New Zealand so its important for us to have a place where Mila can be free to run as much as she wants. I run a chic online boutique so I have lots of simple, beautiful contemporary designs, which I mix with vintage finds.
Where's you favourite holiday destination? Our beach house in France and any hot destination with my family.
What's been your favourite film this year? The Hangover. The title does not any justice to the film. It's about 4 guys that wake up the night after a stag night. They don't recall a thing but the film unveils that it was a hell of a night. I hadn't laughed like this in a long time.
