Cote Sud Décoratrice

I would like to introduce you to the most famous
decorator in the South of France.
Meet Madame "Déesse du Soleil".



You've probably seen her work. She's world famous,
but really popular in Southern France.


She also has a very loyal following, especially this time of year.
They are called the Turnesols (sunflowers). They
absolutely can't take their eyes off of her. She also has
numerous fan clubs, coast to coast.



I love the work of Déesse du Soleil.
She has a real distinctive style. She prefers an
understated, soft look. In fact, if she thinks the
colors are too bright, she'll most often change them,
in time. She works slow too. She says that beautiful
things take time to evolve.




She told me that she loves France and she is flattered
when artists come to Provence to capture
her work. She said the French glorify her work, whether
interiors, exteriors, or the work she does in
the vineyards.



She loves when people enjoy the fruits of her labor, no
matter how small.




Déesse du Soleil tells me the highlight of her day is
receiving invitations to people's homes.
(Sounds like my kind of lady).

She is greeted with open windows.



And doors!

BUT, at times, the shutters will ask her to come back

later.

Many mornings when she makes her entrance via the

bedroom, she must enter slowly, as not to startle,

(like at my friend, Michele's).

Not an issue though, when the cafe is close at hand.

It is important she says, to always take a token of

appreciation with her as a thank you when receiving

an invitation. Warmth is her favorite gift to take.

Then other times, she feels its added light that

would be most appreciated.

Photo by Nicholas Matheus

Many of her hosts want her presence just for the beauty she brings with her.

Photo courtesy Le Monde de Rose

She can be radiant when she enters the room.

Photo via Shootfactory via DesignersBlock

That is why many times you will see people with their back to her.

European Antique Market at Bellarmine Designers' Showcase House
Then again, many like to get as close as they can to her.

and idly pass the day.

She is quite the Décoratrice, I must say.

Humble, forever giving and has her own style.

One shining star! Be cautious though, when your

in her presence, sometimes she shines so bright..

Photo via Daylife
You gotta wear shades!

Bisou!