I’m definitely a little bit of a Francophile.
I mostly adore French accents in clothing, food or decor.
So of course I was smitten by the French touches on the set of “American Horror Story” set in New Orleans; think of sweeping chandeliers, gilded edges, and soft settees.  While I haven’t watched the show this season which sets Miss Robichaux’s Academy for Exceptional Young Ladies aka teen witches in a dreamy New Orleans mansion, I love the vibe of the set.  The architecture is sweeping, yet the color palette is stark – think of decor only in cool white and deep black.  Ellen Brill, the costume designer, equates the mood to a black and white vibe of an old noir film. It goes to show that grand architecture could be beautiful, but in a haunting way.
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Have you watched the show this season?
What do ou think of the decor (maybe friends like Kim could chime in on the authenticity of the decor too!)
I love this show, it’s marvellous. And the decor of this series has been my favourite, the house is amazing…I would move in straight away!! Perfect perfect!! xx
I have never seen this show before; BUT…I love that chandelier!!
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nola is my fave US city, so it’s no doubt i drooled all over this
I always have to wait for the AHS seasons to come on Netflix, but I am SO excited to watch!
It’s very authentic. One of my childhood friends had this kind of furniture in her home. It was a blush pink though. Looked exactly like the couch and chairs pictures. Mansions in New Orleans have very high ceilings and definitely boast chandeliers and elaborate staircases. I love the simplicity of these rooms. Portraits on the walls is common. I haven’t seen this show! Will have to look for it. Do you know what channel? Wooden floors are also common in old New Orleans mansions. Great post!
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Kim, it’s good to hear the set design was authentic. I love the decor, chandeliers, and architecture! The show is on FX though you can watch it on Hulu too!
I really love French style furniture, chairs mostly. These interiors are gorgeous. I’ve not seen this show yet, so I am very interested. Thanks for sharing.
I’ve never watched this show but this set certainly looks quite grand and amazing!
I totally love that your found your Monique Lhuillier gown on eBay! How chic and cheap of you ;p
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I dont watch the show but I love the interiors of these photos. That chandelier is to die for.
Ohhh wow, can I live there, please? Its so regal and beautiful, love the classic and modern style. Don’t watch the show sadly. Hope your week is going well hun.
I haven’t seen the show, but those rooms are stunning!
i think this style of interior decor is perfect and classic. love it
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The staircase is stunning. I watched the first season, but I haven’t been able to catch up on Coven just yet.
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I can’t believe how beautiful this living-room is!
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I’ve never watched the show, but that looks like an amazing set.
I have a weakness for grand staircases like that. How would you ever decide which side you wanted to go up? It would be an issue every time.
pretty
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Okay- so I don’t watch the show— but the set seems pretty amazing. At first glance the rooms feel slightly minimal, but then when you take in the artwork and the chandeliers their is an absolute grandeur….