Bastille Day History & Traditions
From fortress to symbol of freedom, the Bastille’s fall on July 14, 1789, marked the spark of the French Revolution and inspired celebrations of liberty, equality, and fraternity. In this...
Charcuterie: Word of the Week
From 15th-century necessity to modern-day party essential, charcuterie is the French art of preserving and presenting meats, cheeses, and savory delights with effortless style. In this edition of Word of...
LOLO FRENCH ANTIQUES 2021 MOTHER'S DAY GIFT GUIDE — WITH A FRENCH TWIST
Mother’s Day is just around the corner. In two weeks we’ll be celebrating all the wonderful mothers, mother-in-laws, and mothers-to-be in our lives by letting them know just how much...
ROUND TOP ANTIQUES WEEK: MARCH MADNESS FOR ANTIQUE LOVERS
March Madness is back! Not just for the throngs of college basketball fans across the country, but also for antiques and collectible fans around the world. The two-week antique craze...
5 FRENCH CHRISTMAS TRADITIONS THAT PROMISE YULETIDE CHEER
"So this is Christmas, for weak and for strong. The rich and the poor ones, the war is so long... A very merry Christmas and a happy new year, let’s hope...
2020 Gift Guide: Deck the Halls with French Antiques & Inspired Gifts
This year, spend more time rocking around the Christmas tree while Lolo decks your halls! Let Lolo's elves find the perfect gifts for the naughtiest to the nicest on your 2020...
Provençal Garden Pots — Part 2: Jarres de Biot
Jarres de Biot — sturdy Provençal jars once used for storing olive oil, now treasured as timeless garden accents. From honey glazes to “mother-in-law’s tears,” these utilitarian beauties prove that...
Provençal Garden Pots — Part 1: Vases d'Anduze
Vase d’Anduze — created in 1610 and made famous at Versailles by Marie Antoinette, these Provençal garden pots remain iconic. Pretty, pricey, and always in season, the vase d’Anduze continues...
Bonnetiere: Word of the Week
From Marie Antoinette’s towering poufs to French country interiors today, the bonnetière has always been where fashion meets function. Originally crafted in Normandy and Brittany to hold extravagant bonnets and...
Father's Day Gift Guide 2020
Find the perfect gifts for dear old dad, grandad, or any other special father figure in your life. Whether he's a genuine classic that can cook and bake or a...
Rafraichissoir: Word of the Week
Word of the Week: Rafraîchissoir — the 18th century refreshment table that kept wine flowing, whispers private, and remains just as intriguing in today’s interiors. From Louis XV and Madame...
Cabriole: Word of the Week
Cabriole legs — graceful, balanced, and endlessly stylish. The curvy French furniture leg and Word of the Week that leapt from goat-like origins to Louis XV elegance. From rustic farmhouse tables...