When my brother was little, we were riding a ferry over a lake. It was a windy day and my mom's hair was growing increasingly tousled. She had a smile on her face. My brother, in his baby boy innocence, put it this way, "Mom, the messier your hair looks, the more beautiful you look!"
@janetmcdonald3251
3 жыл бұрын
"Out of the mouths of babes" !
@MinkaSchlossberger4ever
6 ай бұрын
Amen!!!❤❤❤
@lucreziia100
5 жыл бұрын
I love this woman - she is the essence of the chic, alluring, intelligent French woman! I love also her philosophy here. Perfection is impossible to achieve - that is such a French concept, that the falling short of it has in itself a kind of attractive style! American women strive to achieve perfection and in doing so end up looking clone-like with no originality. I am an American born and bred woman, but I have always admired the French style and have always felt French in my heart and soul!
@nancyferrier8609
5 жыл бұрын
Those white slacks and the tailored blue shirt is one of my all-time favorite classic styles. You look wonderful and the hair cut is fabulous. Coco is really quite elegant and well behaved. Well bien sur, he's French!
@bernadettehooper4318
5 жыл бұрын
A great lesson for women of all ages. Thank you. We do our best and sometimes that is excellent. We do not need to be perfect.
@franbeeber6132
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for posting Marie-Anne. This may be my favorite one yet and is the exact issue that I am currently working on in my life. Coco is gorgeous. Please include her in some future videos.
@wend5607
5 жыл бұрын
This was a lovely, lovely video, Marie-Anne. I love the relaxed style and of course love little Coco! I would really enjoy seeing more videos like this. Tysm for sharing as always. Xx 😘
@docmarmalade5224
5 жыл бұрын
Beautiful message. Definitely one of the most personal and warm vlog you have made. I love the photo of you u. It looks like the white jeans video.
@nancygoodwin6989
5 жыл бұрын
Loved this! At 72, the “perfection” of youth not possible. Some days, clean and scrubbed with a dab of good perfume and a lovely old scarf is all that is attainable. Thank you! Loving your comments...❤️
@fabulouslifeinchrist1349
5 жыл бұрын
Looking too perfect to me says "tried too hard". Hair, makeup, nails, clothing, shoes, bag, jewelry everything color coordinated and too "done". Like every strand of hair in place...screams I spent hours to attain this look. Aka high maintenance
@emilyevans6989
5 жыл бұрын
Life doesn’t have to be PERFECT to be BEAUTIFUL, and thankfully, neither do we! Love and treats to Coco! 💐
@emilyevans6989
5 жыл бұрын
Ahhhhhh, but I learned from the best-a very wise, beautiful, and insightful French Chic Lady named Marie-Anne!🌹
@monjiaitaly
5 жыл бұрын
Perfection is the enemy of the good. :) I do not know who said this but I find it a good thing to remember in many things. My Mom taught me this also. The hardest is accepting it in ourselves. Thank you Marie-Anne reminding me again, I can not hear it enough.
@salmahmohamed6048
5 жыл бұрын
5:49 You are channelling Juliette Binoche in that photo! :) :) "I'm okay with the fact that I'm not perfect." I think women need to hear that more and say that more to themselves.
@lilianhoulind723
5 жыл бұрын
Im handicappede,therefore not perfect...but still,im making a effort to look my Best...and i do,so im often told...
@maggiemae1510
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you Marie-Anne for your video. It's very true. I remember a story my father told me about how my grandparents met. My grandfather would always see this woman running to work from his office window. Long jet black hair, flying all about her face, running late (always). Well he fell in love with that girl. Over the course of the last two years I let my hair color go naturally gray, mostly white. This morning my husband said "I love the color of your hair." Unprovoked - it wasn't even brushed yet. So there you have it. Desinvolte♥️
@marinatrach7392
5 жыл бұрын
Marie Anne, this is your best video ever, and I have seen almost all of them! Style is not about what you wear, style is about who you are and how you build a relationship with the world around you. Thanks for teaching the value of DESINVOLTE. I've always believed it, but now I know how to express my life philosophy in one word! Coco is charming! Invite him more often to star in your videos!
@heikehoyer1284
5 жыл бұрын
Oj, I like your Coco! Thanks for a really interesting video!! I even mean that a perfect person doesn't make me feel good. So, you get more friends being as you are. Greetings Heike
@cathyquilts2609
5 жыл бұрын
Yes! I fought my fine curly hair since age 12 but became a natural ‘curly girl’ 10 years ago. Last year I decided to ditch the dye and am halfway to white and grey. Guess what?! My hair is thicker and easier to manage, I travel light in a carryon without brushes, irons, hairspray, and my plane tickets are ‘free’ by saving the expense of 2-week coloring. Win win win!!
@irislinkletter7635
5 жыл бұрын
I started turning ehitecat 21....after having g a serious allergic reaction to hair dye..decided my financial resources were going to stay in my purse rather than a cosmetic company and I started investing in a very good stylist and he cuts my hair and styles it wo fearfully fir 30 yrs now neither of us want to see me in a time warp so the hair style changes here and there but I leave his chair confident I can achieve that look at home and for some one to whom is a serious klutz the curling iron does not always have to come out and me end up burning myself somewhere some how.....good cuts are worth their price long or short.
@shiobanaharuno8062
5 жыл бұрын
I think what you have is wisdom. 🙂
@myheartisinjapan3184
5 жыл бұрын
Marie-Anne, this is the most profound video you’ve done so far. Just when I thought some of your previous videos couldn’t be beat, you do this one. This particular aspect of the French is the thing that has always stuck out to me the most. I love this about the French mindset. You’ve really helped me to accept a lot of imperfections in myself. Yes, the frizzy summertime hair is a big one for me too. But you’re personality and demeanor, as well as your mindset in your videos is so endearing. You’re really an incredible lady. I don’t know any way other than that to say it. Xx💖💖btw, your little CoCo is adorable too💖😘
@myheartisinjapan3184
5 жыл бұрын
Marie-Anne Lecoeur it was a masterpiece! We need this in the USA, at least speaking for myself, we tend to nitpick ourselves too much...
@chickgin1
5 жыл бұрын
Sort of like Italian “sprezzatura”? Love it!
@susanschultz1762
5 жыл бұрын
This was my FAVORITE video of French Chic!! I LOVE the concept of desinvolte! I'm going to watch it again to make sure I get it! That's the missing ingredient! You can DRESS french chic, but without the right attitude you miss the mark. Thank you!! And I love your dog! I LOVE dogs! :-)
@jennieforcum5396
5 жыл бұрын
This has to be the most relaxed, conversational, informative of all your videos. Perhaps because you were seated, perhaps because you spoke from your heart as to a close friend, perhaps because you welcomed the lovely Coco to join you, or perhaps a combination of all. Thank you for this relaxed, informal, heartfelt message. I needed to hear it today.
@nureinherz
5 жыл бұрын
The photo of your's is great, very lively 😊
@anne2b388
5 жыл бұрын
Yes ! I love this and that is why your videos make me so happy.!☺ They make me feel I can do this ,and I can do this TODAY and EVERY day.🌹 You have a cute little dog !
@kamloopscruiser874
5 жыл бұрын
Love this great attitude. And the dog!!!
@debramedsker6765
4 жыл бұрын
This is quite possibly the most important video you have made. American women seek perfection and miss out on the simple joy that is passing them by. Thank you
@eunoia1016
5 жыл бұрын
Great video. The beach photo is very nice. .....wind blown hair, happy day!
@martamartin6639
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for showing us your real self. Frennch chic, easy as fresh air.😊💝
@dianewalter8382
5 жыл бұрын
In that photo you are so natural. And it makes you happy, that's the main thing. I have to wear wigs as I've lost my hair due to stress and medical conditions. And I don't care. I get to wear what ever hair style I want and whatever colour. However ever pixie cuts are my favourite!!😄😄
@dianewalter8382
5 жыл бұрын
@@MarieAnneLecoeur thank you❤️
@debwlv
5 жыл бұрын
I love desinvolte! I embrace this philosophy and way of life and it is NOT easy to do here in Los Angeles, California! In addition to perfection being unattainable and therefore, causing unhappiness when it is not achieved, perfection is also BORING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Another wonderful video----- style + attitude = effortless French chic, and we can all have it!!! Love it!
@goldiedover9294
6 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for sending the link for this to me. This pep talk was just the tonic I needed. I’m smiling ear to ear right now. Love your little dog , love you too ❤️What I love most is that you are real.
@MarieAnneLecoeur
6 ай бұрын
I am very glad it was helpful Goldie 😘🐾
@mbd6054
5 жыл бұрын
I totally agree, Marie-Anne. An over coiffed, over particular, appearance can make one look self-conscious, and uncomfortable. To me, that look is exactly the opposite of desinvolte. I always favour a more relaxed and natural look. I like hair to move! Merci beaucoup, for this very interesting video topic. :)
@fabulouslifeinchrist1349
5 жыл бұрын
People who look too prim and proper or perfect often get to places like 30 minutes or more late
@samanthacurious
5 жыл бұрын
This is so far the best video that I have watched from your channel. It is full of words of beauty wisdom, but yet all the ideas introduced are applicable to people who are trained by the Mass Media or brought up by our parents to be Perfectionist and we are really suffering from it. Thank you for freeing the souls of those people, like me.
@jennieforcum5396
5 жыл бұрын
Agree, Samantha Lin!
@elizabethrey7842
5 жыл бұрын
There is beauty in imperfection but you have to look for it. It is our imperfections that make us unique. Unfortunately many of us want to be like everyone else so we don't stand out. So in many ways we act like teenagers.
@happylibrarian542
5 жыл бұрын
I needed to hear this today! Merci!
@bitrudder3792
5 жыл бұрын
My hair has never wanted to be perfect, and I live in a miserably hot and humid climate that requires way too much fuss for my taste to keep a hairstyle in place. I don’t like to use styling gel and hairspray. It seems so unnatural to me. And windy! I’m never going to be one of those women who look fabulous in a convertible, and that’s that....but once when I was a little girl my sister took it into her head to give me a shag haircut. That was the closest thing to perfection I had ever experienced, hair-wise! I love the feeling of freedom when I shook my head. I loved that my hair fell into place every day just by dragging a comb through it. Do you know how hard it is to get a hairdresser to give you a shag haircut when in their heart, long layers are the way to go? I finally took scissors to my own hair. Chopped those layers right out! I figured, I’m in my late 50s now so this is the perfect time to do it. I’m old enough to not care what other people think, but too young for people to simply decide that I belong in the psychiatric ward of the nursing home! I got more compliments on my hair after that, it was amazing. It transformed my ordinary frumpy Bob haircut into an easy-to-care for, Roll out of bed, run your fingers through style that made me presentable without a lot of fuss. Putting sunglasses on my head is no longer ho-hum: it gives me a lift that is cute as a button! When I want to look more perfect, I blow it, and I know that any wind will simply give me a more casual look. Now it is easy to get my haircut the way I want. Even if I have to do a little doctoring before an appointment!
@homeschoolingsisters538
5 жыл бұрын
This video made me so happy. My hair is fine and has a mind of it’s own. People always criticize my hair. I love your attitude of non-perfection. A happy woman is always the most beautiful woman in the room. The picture of you on the beach is my favorite one of you as well. When I look at it, it says “freedom “. Thank you for not being perfect. It makes your videos more relatable. We want to enjoy this stage of life, not run around making ourselves miserable trying to attain perfection. I also adore Coco, who just might be perfect.🌷🌺🌹
@homeschoolingsisters538
5 жыл бұрын
I completely agree.🌺😊🌹
@ritamary72
5 жыл бұрын
You look more relaxed than I've ever seen you in your other videos. I like your advice about perfection. Though darling Coco looks close to perfection!
@iratedwithfrauds5592
5 жыл бұрын
I join you in agreement about that photo. It's a great picture that shows you carefree and happy.xx
@serenalouise
6 ай бұрын
load off my mind- merci!
@madisonutube3524
4 жыл бұрын
I love this word desinvolte! I remember your beach video. I loved it and you looked beautiful and desinvolte. This is what happens when you get older. You learn to embrace yourself, imperfect as it is. I have worn my gear in a messy shag for a while now since I have shoulder injuries which make it difficult to blow dry my hair. I have received many compliments for my bed head look. I have been dressing in this French chic way for a while now, not knowing the full reasoning. But it’s wonderful and freeing. Thank you for your videos and very wise advice. I think younger women need to embrace themselves and not try to achieve that instagram look too. Your beach video was the epitome of French beauty. I recently bought a several stripe shirts like your video not remembering who was my inspiration. It was you! That photo is tres Jolie. Merci beaucoup, Marie Anne! Another great video.
@shirleycolee861
3 жыл бұрын
As an art student, one instructor emphasized that it's the irregularities, the imperfections that make a subject look alive. Also, Rodin, the great French sculptor, wrote that his works are meant to give a sense of change and movement from one state to another. Life is imperfection, movement.
@corirenata6541
2 жыл бұрын
The attitude of desinvolte makes sense.. if you keep reaching out and up for the stars nothing will fit yours arms? 😂😘
@pinkpeoniesandbumblebees
4 жыл бұрын
This is exactly the video I needed today. You inspire me. Thank you for your videos.
@dyb-yv1tl
5 жыл бұрын
The photo is absolutely gorgeous snapshot of you--carefree style, happy while always classy.
@elisekuby3576
5 жыл бұрын
European women are far more relaxed about their hair! My hair is very fine, like Dandelion fluff, and it will not hold any kind of restrictions on it. I have learned to allow my hair to be what it wants to be, a little untidy and yes, rebellious! C'est la vie! Thank you for reminding us that we are okay and need not aim for that perfection! Je m'en fiche!
@elizabeth96270
5 жыл бұрын
It's so inspiring since I have been a hopeless perfectionist! I think I will be a little bit desinvolt during the leisure time, but keep being perfect at work, so my boss and clients can take me as a conscientious facilitator:-)
@elizabeth96270
5 жыл бұрын
Absolutely. Never stop striving to be better. Exellance over perfection. Your expeirence of writing your first book was very helpful for me to change my habit of procrastination. Thank you very much! Please allow me to share a quote by Ernest Hemingway: "The First Draft of Anything Is Shit".
@maryslemmer3610
5 жыл бұрын
I adore your attitude and always feel like I’m visiting with a friend when I watch your lovely videos. Thank you for this! 🥰
@laraoneal7284
5 жыл бұрын
Perfection is boring.
@pippade-negri8111
5 жыл бұрын
You are fabulous and so is Coco❤️
@marthamckinley5090
5 жыл бұрын
You are a Wise woman Marie-Anne Le 💚
@nureinherz
5 жыл бұрын
And yes, I like Coco, cute little dog 💕
@gwenlewis4443
5 жыл бұрын
Your room looks so fragrant! And Coco a l air tres sage! I love the way you turned back your sleeves to show the white detail on the inside, with those white jeans I think this is desinvolte. In English, I would probably say 'flair'. There is also the term, 'artfully undone'. Flair is that special individual touch that takes things to another level. It doesn't need to play exactly by the rules. Living from within is the key to happiness how can we live from within if we are totally preoccupied with our appearance the whole time? Our clothes etc. should enhance our self-confidence not destroy it. xx
@Tiesquel
5 жыл бұрын
To me "flair & artfully undone" still have to do with something conscious, striving for beauty, that you can't let go, whereas "desinvolté" is going a bit against the system, a bit sauvage !... Great food for thought, in the video !!. . Tks Marianne ! ...We can't always be posing !....It destroys the happy, carefree attitude.
@Sistacurls
5 жыл бұрын
Merci beaucoup! I love this! Your post is a breath of fresh air amidst the stifling social media focus on perfection. Desinvolte is my new mantra.
@lisar915r9
5 жыл бұрын
I like what you're wearing
@CBEEBLE
5 жыл бұрын
I think part of the allure of la désinvolte is the idea of being a little bit ´insaisissable’ ... it’s a bit irreverent, not wanting to be pinned down... a little bit elusive...
@bonnieoliver219
4 жыл бұрын
You say you are not perfect, however, you are fabulous! I embrace your advice, I am inspired.
@vindictivetiger
5 жыл бұрын
I've been seriously thinking recently about cutting off my hair to something more desinvolte and after watching your video, I'm more determined to do it. I love your cut, by the way!
@JoannaHenwood
5 жыл бұрын
I love this video - a fantastic message for women. This is what I love about the french!
@Im4hm
5 жыл бұрын
Your hair is adorable! I became so happy when I finally quit worrying about my hair and let it do whatever it wanted to do. It is part of who I am. (I have been looking for a blue shirt like you are wearing!)
@Im4hm
5 жыл бұрын
@@MarieAnneLecoeur Thank you!
@slp1561
2 жыл бұрын
I met your videos two days ago and am busy with watching and watching and receive so much pleasure! You are alive, wonderful, real and so human! Very happy that I found your videos. France has always been my dream country of fashion and style. Looking forward to learning more from you! Thank you!
@andralinden8542
5 жыл бұрын
Another way of imperfection in case of hair would be to ditch the dye. It did it and it is a great feeling of freedom to let the grey grow out instead of going every month to a hairdressers apointment like a slave. I personally kick in the ass of anybodys opinion about my hair and it feels great and free! Just my cup of tea.😉🤗
@thelmalee4793
5 жыл бұрын
in my personal opinion .french women are more natural in their approach to life..pleasant manners and never trying too hard to on their looks but appreciate themselves and having a bit of fun. french women comes out poised in natural way also they smile a lot even when just with friends chatting with friends over a cup of coffee or tea
@traciemeikle5479
5 жыл бұрын
andra linden i agree , the freedom is incredible and i feel i look so much better for it
@Habibidance
5 жыл бұрын
I Love this Video Marie-Anne! I realize now My Aunt Evelyne incorporated desinvolte! She Always look chic but effortless. Always in the best materials - linen, cashmere etc but never wearing fads. She moved to France in her early twenties & remained there. Love your channel Marie-Anne❤️
@MsBackstager
5 жыл бұрын
Perfect = boring.
@davidcsolano7269
5 жыл бұрын
My grandma always told me, you don’t have to look perfect. Some imperfection is chic and elegant. I saw that in Paris and I really adored the french way. I’m a man but your lessons and videos are so inspiring. Now everyone keeps telling me I look great. The best thing was when last November a lady in Guerlain at Champs thought I was french. Thanks to your wonderful videos and that unique je ne sais quoi francais. By the way Coco is adorable!
@trinidadolivas8601
3 жыл бұрын
Wow. I believe that I'm more French than what I thought---my paternal Grandmother is half French. I love how French women are. All my life, I really don't brush my hair. I shower & go. I started wearing mascara & lipstick when I was in my late twenties. I still do not need blush or foundation. I love small earrings, I love, love scarves, etc. The more that I educate myself about the French woman I'm very happy to say that I have always been very French & proud of it.
@lilianhoulind723
4 жыл бұрын
Belive you are aware...this kind of selfacceptance...come with age...we are the same age...so,i know...the gift of getting a little older...Well told😍😍😍and not taking yourself too serious ofcause...😍😍😍
@christined2495
4 жыл бұрын
Marie Anne, I watch your videos every morning when I am having my morning coffee, this video really hits home for me, I was born with curly brunette hair, I was a teen in the 60s so all I wanted was straight long hair parted in the middle when I was in high school, so all my life I have been trying to have the perfect straight hair and without frizz in the summer months. I would use product after product, blow out my hair, use a flat iron etc, etc BUT this year I have just had enough of that, I decided to buy a product to bring out my natural curl, and not use any heat on it, and it has been liberating. My head is full of natural curl, soft and to be honest not frizzy since I have stopped fussing with it. My husband is wild over my hair, he loves it, my 15 year old granddaughter told me I looked so beautiful with my hair curly, and I have been getting compliments from strangers telling me how blessed I am to have such soft natural curls. So your words really struck a cord with me, as they always do. For the first time in my life I have decided to,let nature take over, and my life is so much easier and happier. I’m just sorry I waited so long. My hair never will be perfect, but that’s ok, curly hair has a mind of its own, and I just decided to embrace what God gave me, if he thought that was was best for me who am I to argue. Have a lovely day, I have messaged you everyday, so please know it’s ok if you don’t message me back, I know your so busy. It’s just I have to because your videos just are so amazing, and bring me such joy ❤️
@emilyk8248
5 жыл бұрын
It is always obvious and sort of sad to me to see someone who is trying to obtain perfection in their appearance. They may look "picture perfect" for a photo shoot, but it doesn't translate well to real life. They seem preoccupied with how they look, often with a look of anxiety, as if they wish to check a mirror asap. I am not opposed to make up, good hair cuts, and being dressed for the occasion. I also know some women are just more naturally beautiful than others. But I have noticed French women are accepting of their appearance and don't apologize or try and alter it unreasonably. To be so free!
@rockoramadevil
2 жыл бұрын
What most of the hairstylists don't get it with me....I always ask for an haircut that suits my natural hair which are wavy and they are obsessed with the flat iron ..... I prefer to go to the dentist than a salon 😂
@SueRosalie
2 жыл бұрын
look for someone trained in Curly Girl Method by Lorraine Massey - they cut your hair dry, curl by curl and will teach the correct methods of washing, conditioning, etc. - get the textbooks too . Heat tools are damaging for curly and wavy hair.
@edennis8578
2 жыл бұрын
That's why I've been cutting my own hair for 30 years! I have a limited look, but it works. Nobody has ever said anything funky about my hair.
@Kay.in.FL.HI.SA.JP.OZ.NZ.RIO..
2 жыл бұрын
Same here, however I have straight, very fine silk hair, and they automatically try to straighten and sleek it down with high heat and agressive pulling... which is exactly the opposite of what my hair needs! I discuss this with them, usually to little avail! Therefore I can never relax in a salon, I must stay on guard, and correct all thier misconstrued impulses.
@wendygillard2133
4 жыл бұрын
I really enjoy your little chats! Coco is adorable & has obviously been in the family a long time. I am sitting here in Australia watching you with my small dog & my parrot on my hand.
@mieczyslawapascoe7234
5 жыл бұрын
I completely agree with every point you make. Trying to attain perfection makes us look insecure, lacking in self-confidence and therefore infinitely less attractive. All the perfect selfies on Facebook are very sad. Thank you for this video which is about accepting WHAT IS.
@beatricemartin4852
5 жыл бұрын
Great video, I like videos that are more relaxed. Love Coco!
@annemackey1512
4 жыл бұрын
Ooohhh! Coco is so sweeeeeet! And everything you have said makes sense - our imperfections make us who we are! Merci beaucoup!
@vicwil2423
3 жыл бұрын
Let’s not forget that “perfect” means “finished” - change one thing and it won’t be “perfect” anymore! Finished = over = no more growth, development, intellectual curiosity, etc. Non merci. Je pratiquerei l’art de la désinvolture!
@tracybownes7612
5 жыл бұрын
so so love your cute little dog, so lovley ! x
@catherineanderson4755
5 жыл бұрын
This is a BEAUTIFUL attitude! I think you are so beautiful, and I don't see any "faults" but I know what you mean. I've seen that video of you on the beach and you looked gorgeous and radiant and truly happy. This is a big key to true joy, to being thankful for what we have and to not obsess over imperfections.
@olgaknyaz
5 жыл бұрын
This light blue is soooo yours...
@amylouise9853
5 жыл бұрын
Recently I've changed from regularly blow drying my hair and chemically colouring my hair to using a plant based dye and using the Curly Girl Method to show my natural hair and regain my curls. I now reject the concept that your hair must be done with styling tools to be well groomed
@amylouise9853
5 жыл бұрын
Marie-Anne Lecoeur absolutely and this is a concept that has taken me thirty years to come to terms with finally
@carriecash708
5 жыл бұрын
Hi Marie Ann, I just found you ,. Here in Ireland we need you , I have Googled many times of how to dress like a French woman, never found anything like you. Checked KZitem, and I hope to start dressing the way I know I should. Carrie
@alicecoppa2083
4 жыл бұрын
Hello Coco! This is my favorite video. And one of the first videos I watched on your channel was the beach livestream you mentioned. It made me want to continue to watch! Thanks for your inspiration to live more désinvolte.
@rubit5845
4 жыл бұрын
Excellent video! Thank you for sharing this concept. I’m a mature woman well over 50. I have finally dropped trying to be perfect from my life’s “To Do List”. As you say in the video, perfection is an impossible standard. I love how you emphasized one can be quite happy, quite chic in their “imperfection”. That is my goal now. To enjoy my life rather than unhappily seeking an impossible goal. Coco is quite charming. Love your videos.
@TheWBWoman
5 жыл бұрын
Love the outfit! The light blue shirt and white pants fit your coloring well. It's my favorite outfit I've seen you wear on your channel. It's this great combo of relaxed, professional, and chic all at the same time. Thank you for your interesting videos.
@amk1689
5 жыл бұрын
could not agree with you more Marie-Anne. maybe it was because i grew up in seattle... there’s a reason grunge style began there. i never wanted to look perfect, i’ve only wanted to look authentic. to me, perfect hair, makeup, and outfit looks like a mask. it makes me feel a little sad for that person, why do they feel the need to hide behind that perfection? do they feel deeply unacceptable?
@nannalambert3980
5 жыл бұрын
Marie Anne, beautiful video, felt like I was sitting opposite to you and enjoying a wonderful cup of tea and admiring the simplicity of life.
@sdraper2011
5 жыл бұрын
Wow! This is one of those aspects of French style I have seen and felt but never been able to really put my finger on. You explained it so well, so articulately! And bonjour, Coco!
@rosalind753
4 жыл бұрын
I like your Coco. Great topic.. I learned Desinvolt. Thank you for sharing so beautifully who you are. ...beautifully flawed in the nicest way....as we all are. I never did like perfection.
@suegreenland5989
5 жыл бұрын
I love your videos. They help me so much. I see you are humble, natural, modest sinseer, and yet very elegant and chic. I thing your pessonality is number one of your success.
@teresafunk1988
5 жыл бұрын
Your English is perfect! I am enjoying your videos very much. I spend several weeks every year in France & miss the French way of living when I return to the US. Healthier attitudes about style but also food, raising children, aging, etc. La belle vie. Merci beaucoup!
@FrenchTwist
5 жыл бұрын
In the 90's working as a beauty consultant and make up artist for the 3 biggest cosmetics and skin care companies, I had the required "hair helmet" and lot's of makeup that I had access to each day. Nor retired from a long career in the medical field, I no longer color my hair, cut it myself( it looks like yours) and I rarely brush it. Letting my hair air dry, I only use my hands and fingers. In the summer months, the horrific humidity lets my hair get very curly on it's own. And since the grey hair and casual styling, I get so many unexpected compliments. You've certainly helped me get my inner desinvolte out and trusting my instincts. Spending a summer traveling around france and studying women my age was a wonderful experience and part of my travels. Coco seems to be quite the bon vivant. Would Coco like a sweet blonde deerface chihuahua? My Willow Grace would love to have a French Boyfriend. My house pet chicken Yvetter LaFleur is fascinated watching your presentation. She's also available !!
@reneeprince6790
5 жыл бұрын
Hello little Coco! Our pets never care how imperfect we are. My Nelly and Ozzy greet me everyday with joy no matter how messy my hair might be or what kind of day I’ve had. Your video is a good reminder to be comfortable with who we are inside and outside 💓🐕💓
@Llawwddogg
5 ай бұрын
Very profound. Thank you. Rene
@MassielMancebo
5 жыл бұрын
Great video! 2 years ago I chopped all of my damaged hair from straightening it and grew out all my natural curls. Now my hair is long and curly and I constantly look “desinvolte” (great new way to think of my style). I grew up in a society that prizes straight perfect hair, now I feel happy being messy 😊
@louisemcelhill5748
4 жыл бұрын
I love your little Coco! He's an absolute darling. Enjoyed this video and your wise words. ❤
@Atypical60
5 жыл бұрын
Thank so much for this! I'm cross-eyed and I look at it this way, I see double of everything that's beautiful and good! My mouth is uneven. I have scars from accidents and from MOHS surgery on my face but I wouldn't have it any other way. When I had all my hair, it wasn't perfect and the best hair style I ever had was from a little salon on Rue Dauphine. The stylist blew my hair out so that it was a bit messy and it was wonderful. Now I wear wigs due to hair loss but I always shake them and mess them up! Oh yes. I'm all about embracing imperfection. And desinvolte is going to quickly become my favorite word! XOXOXOXO
@angelaparisi557
5 жыл бұрын
Your videos are inspirational Marie Anne.....Words of wisdom given the pressures woman today put on themselves to be perfect mothers great career women all whilst trying to always look fantastic and "put together." Thank you !
@marybethstawarz3705
5 жыл бұрын
I like a bit of rebellion, a bit of self, a bit of surprise, trying something new. Yeah, desinvolte is refreshing and approachable. 😎
@freiyas
3 жыл бұрын
This was the best! I loved your relaxed delivery and especially all the French phrases and words you include 👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼
@kam9989
5 жыл бұрын
Similar to the Japanese philosophy of-wabi-sabi.
@denisearonow4921
5 жыл бұрын
This is really the most important point, Marie-Anne.
@jacquelinem5476
5 жыл бұрын
Marie-Anne, thank you so very much for this post! I agree, and it’s a perfect reminder to relax and embrace who we are. Life is so much better désinvolte!💕☀️
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