French Girl Reacts to Emily in Paris 

One of the things I like about Emily in Paris is how older women (Sylvie et al.) are portrayed as attractive. This is something you don’t see in American films and TV shows. Sylvie’s fashion is stunning in the show; and she seems to be rubbing off on Emily, whose outfits are more sophisticated now.

As a Scot who's lived in Paris for 15 years I can attest that the only remotely 'real' characterisation in the show is Philippine Leroy. I know and see on a daily basis women of the same age who absolutely rock her look and attitude. The actress nailed it. Lucky me eh?

It's pure escapism but it's lovely to see Paris captured so well as a city. It's like the city has a starring role.

The alcohol consumption in France is still very high. But the "baby bottle" reference is to the fact that in France children were served wine in schools even until 1956, then they banned it for kids under 14, meaning 14 and up could still consume it, and in 1981 they raised the age to 18. Apparently many people in France protested the ban because they believed back then that wine was good for children and their growth and development.

The way you open, pointing out the conceptual parallels between Emily in Paris and Sex in The City is so brilliant!! Having lived in both Paris and different major cities in the US, I think it's quite accurate. No one (at least in the states) ever assumes that Sex in The City is a realistic depiction of NYC. I think anyone who takes the show at face value is shallow and not well educated in general/has literally never traveled outside of a small town. Just like no one should judge Paris as a whole by this show, I hope you don't judge all Americans by the few who stick out like a(n embarrassingly) sore thumb and say rude things like the quote from Moulin Rouge! ❤ Love watching your channel!! Also, as an American, my parents did the same thing when I was younger. They would give me very small sips of wine to teach me flavor and regional knowledge. 🙂

Emily In Paris is an extremely accurate show about the daily lives and struggles of everyday Parisians--just like how Friends accurately depicts life in 1990's NYC for semi-employed people in their 20's who mostly sit around all day and do nothing, or how Mission Impossible is based on the daily lives of CIA, MI5 and DGSE agents and completely realistic and based on actual events. And if you believe that, I've got an old Parisian tower to sell you...😂 But yeah, as pure campy escapism entertainment of the high production value sort, it's quite fun.

Loved watching this with you :D Such a fun show!

Same with Los Angeles. As a native Angeleno, it is seriously impacted by tens of thousands of people moving here in search of living the Hollywood dream, when so much industry here has nothing to do with the movie/tv business. Housing has been severely impacted by influencers that rent clothes, cars and even mansions, by the hour to create their fake aesthetic. There isn't any stopping it. I went to Paris and I honestly didn't get the romantic vibe at all until the very last day when I got to see the bridges lights come on at dusk. It was beautiful. I also loved staying in neighborhoods with very diverse people. It ended up being very fun.

I moved to Paris coming Switzerland and I must admit that I wasn´t surprised about the amount of drinking (which isn´t that different from other regions in Europe that have well established drinking cultures, so pretty much all of them) but rather the smoking. I mean people really do smoke a lot in Paris.

My grandpa used to give me his wine to “boost appetite” when i was 7 - I never wanted to drink it then. I could drink a glass of wine when i was 16 with my parents at a restaurant. and as a result, alcohol was never a “forbidden fruit” for me and I don’t drink it now. I don’t need it. I’m Armenian from Russia )

Gr8 video and amazing content , especially spreading awareness about what French culture and real life in Paris , I had come for my exchange tri mester to study there .... really liked just the normal things of life , n how French people just enjoy daily activities and live life ... having local friends really helped

Some of us have wanted to visit Paris because of a little film from 1999 - Passport to Paris!!!

One thing about movies and TV series that take place in a certain location is that, if the majority of their on location scenes (i.e. not shot on sound stage sets) are actually shot in that location and not in some other location that's meant to be a stand-in for it (the way that Vancouver is also a stand-in for Seattle and Toronto the same for NYC, which I can spot instantly having lived in two and visited the other two), is that no matter how unrealistic and even awful the movie or series is, at least we get to see those locations, which is a saving grace if it's an attractive and interesting one. So, whatever one thinks of Emily In Paris, Amelie or Lupin (I've never seen the latter), you still get to see gorgeous shots of famous and/or typical Parisian locations, however cliche they may be. Because cliches aren't always bad, and in fact are what most tourists want to see. So they can redeem even the most awful movie or series that way. They're also important historically, because as time moves on you get to see what that location was like 10, 30, 50 years ago or more. Try watching Godard's A Bout de Souffle (i.e. Breathless) and comparing it to the Paris of today. Fascinating. But seriously, who do they think they're fooling when they try to pass off Vancouver as Seattle or Toronto as NYC, by throwing in some b-roll of the latter? I wonder if anyone's ever try to pass off Lyon or Marseille as Paris. J'Accuse!

Bonjour Lucile, I found your channel today while looking for channels focused on Paris. I went to Paris in 2014 and Emily in Paris is simply for entertainment. After living in different countries (Italy, Iceland) I understand the importance of respecting other people's culture. However, Emily in Paris is so fun to watch for the fashion. I will be returning back to Paris next year and wanted to brush up on my French and the culture.. so Viola your channel is just the right thing to follow to prepare me. 🙂

I always wonder where she keeps all her couture clothes(no repeat outfits), living with a roommate in a small what seems like a one bedroom apartment with her friend perpetually crashing 😅 … with one bed

My very favourite of your videos. As a long term left bank resident, I don't always agree with you... But credit where credit is due. Great well researched video. PS: the first episode of season 1 reminds me of myself in 1986 when I moved to Paris from London. Awestruck!

France is my favorite country to visit, but I’ve never watched Emily in Paris. 😆

Hi Lucile! Would you make a video with best bars for aperol? I love your channel it has been very helpful, thank you so much! I'm going to Paris for 16 days in September and I kept all your recommendations.

Hey there! Music question? How did you get Khruangbin music for your video??? ❤

Bonjour, Lucile. Thank you for your insights and humor. It's interesting about the culture of alcohol. I was born and raised in America but my father was French, and when we'd come to France and Corsica to visit our grandparents and cousins in the 1960s and 70s, we kids were served red wine diluted with water at dinner. This was seen as perfectly normal, and as it is, everyone in our family either grew up to drink responsibly or not drink at all. But we know a good wine when we taste it.

Wow, Lucille, there was a lot going on there in the video that made my head spin a little . It was funny 😁 😂 funny how many times you said Emily in paris ! You're one a million Lucille . I'm glad to see 👀 you again. I've missed you. You're the best, Lucille buddy. Love ❤️ you always, jamie 😊

So adorable! We lived in Deutschland for 4 years. My husband's company told us not to look as though we were from the States bc of terrorism. We had adorable sweaters for our boys from RL w USA flag they didn't wear😢My husband was pretty fluent in German and we were often mistaken for Canadians😂I always dressed nicely, no leggings or Track suits. My son's godmother is Parisian french, so classy and speaks 5 languages, beautiful soul, inside and out. I miss her every day! We always tried to speak French (very badly) and we're appreciated in Paris or the countryside. My favorite hotel is Le Muguet

Awesome video! Also Bobby = Emily in Paris 🤯

On a different scale, I feel the same way about stereotypes of Brazilian women (I'm Brazilian). Brazil is the fifth largest country in the world in terms of territory, with different climates and ways of living. To the world we are Rio de Janeiro and we live on the beach wearing tiny bikinis, exposing our marvellous bodies. There are brands that sell products based on our ‘lifestyle’. I was born and have lived here for 60 years and to this day I don't know anyone who lives like that.

I have not seen that show as yet, but appreciate your thoughts on it. I'm looking forward to visiting Paris and appreciate your videos in preparation for that day.

It would be amazing if you made a video about the French actors in Emily in Paris 💛

Lastly, I wanted to make a comment about the alcohol and when you were explaining about having wine as a young person. I hope there is not actual negative responses from people about this to you or to the Emily in Paris show. I think we can trust that all parents in all countries despite differences, care about their children and no one is going to do obviously wrong things like give their children alcohol in large quantities or anything like that. We all grow up sneaking sips of dads beer, or wine on new years eve. And especially when we get to be 12 years onwards, it is like a big thing getting to sip more beer or wine on Saturday dinners or lunches. I know mates who were having full beers with their parents when they were 15. But it is all in "moderation" as we say and that is fine. It is strange how people today react so badly to "fictional events" in movies, and TV shows, and then decide to judge everyone based on that lol. We want to be right about everything, and decide we know everything because being right means you are smarter than other people perhaps?. I dont know, but I am not like that. Keep up the great videos, I like your projector also, I have been thinking about getting that for the bedroom. Cheers mate! (Australian way of saying au revoir) lol

I need to watch Emily in Paris it has to a great series to watch. Have a beautiful week Lucile and I love watching your videos. ❤

…All of this lands differently as I read The Paris Diversion (Kate Moore 3). I think There is a discussion to be had about how we paint the textures of cosmopolitan living. Be it Paris, London, NY, LA, Hong Kong, Tokyo… I’m thinking of the way Betty Edwards asks us to Perceive the Edges, Negative Spaces, Relationships and Proportions, Chiaroscuro & Gestalt. Hopefully Studio Canal+, Brit Box and Acorn can stream series Netflix will miss because of the competitive market.

As an American i find Emily to be really obnoxious and annoying, haha. Still love the show.

This no different than any movie about how life in Southern California is. Everybody is not tanned, rich and driving a convertible Mercedes. Quite the opposite.

I think that if people take t.v. Shows or movies as 100% accurate or 100% portraying reality that it’s their problem!

Were you in Giverny this week following Emily’s footsteps? Am visiting France with my wife and we thought we saw you! Fun vid btw

Without thinking... period! =)))

Can you do a review of Borat?! 😅😂

I think you hit the nail on the head when you stated that this tv show is made for an American audience. I watch it as mindless fun when I have nothing better to do although Emily is an unlikeable character imo. And that harmful sterotype that French girls are “easy”…well, try having an East European accent, almost everyone thinks you’re a “Natasha” and you’re a mail order bride🙄 Don’t take it too personally, unfortunately people are stupid sometimes.

We also let our kids try a sip of wine. They hated it, but none viewed alcohol as forbidden fruit and are social drinkers, no binging

Bonjour, si vous en avez l'occasion, pourriez-vous demander aux hommes français ordinaires s'ils sont offensés d'être décrits comme ‘perpetually hitting on Emily?’ Il y a beaucoup de femmes françaises attirantes à Paris, et j'ai du mal à croire que les hommes français tomberaient amoureux d'Emily comme des mouches. Je ne suis ni française ni américaine.　Je vois qu'Emily possède toutes les qualités qui plaisent aux Américains, mais les hommes français semblent vouloir plus de complexité chez leur femmes.

Awesome job Lucia dropa like for you

Going to be in Paris for 5 weeks starting in September? Should I watch it while Im there? Im kinda morbidly curious.

As the saying goes, “truth in jest”. I enjoy the show 🤷‍♀️ its lighthearted and fun.

Thanks for mentioning Borat) it doesn’t have even a bit of truth, it’s just scandalous, so it’s interesting for people. It wasnt even shot in Kazakhstan, not to mention the many assaults of our culture)

Are thriller shows, rom-coms, action shows portrayed accurately? Come on, it’s TV. REALITY shows arent even “REAL”!

brilliant, thanks. I love Paris (from a distance , in Romania)

Is there a Picardy character? Just watched Welcome to the Sticks (Bienvenue chez les Ch'tis) and wondering if people there are really (or somewhat) like that. Such a person in Paris could make for some interesting shows.

Unrelated to Emily in Paris....I know in other videos you've shared you don't wear much makeup, but I'm curious what kind of product you have on your lips? It doesn't look like it's much color, and just a soft balm finish (though the sponsorship section looked a little glossy). Would love to know if you're willing to share. Merci!

G'day Lucile, from Australia. I am a middle aged male, and I have totally enjoyed Emily in Paris and started learning French. How many times have you heard someone say that by now? lol. I truly did learn some interesting things about French culture, but on the positive side, and how to not be rude to people in France by respecting French tradition etc such as saying hello to the owner of the French shop after walking in. I definitely did not let the things in the series go to my head in terms of stereotyping French people. I think everyone is "misunderstood" until you get to know them, which is why Emily is hated by her work colleagues and eventually has to learn to understand. I enjoy your videos also, and really enjoy listening to your explain various things. I cant watch Season 4 until the last part is released, I have to watch them together so I dont have to wait a month wondering! lol.

The show is accurate in many points for non French speaker living in Paris but I don’t want to include romance part of show. Anyway Paris is fun and good place to visit and live leaving crime aside 😅😅😅

And she is Phil Collins daughter . How cool is that ? Phil Collins loves The Alamo in San Antonio Texas . He visits Texas very often . Cheers , Claudia , Austin Texas

I started watching it last year just because so many of my friends had watched it, but because it’s so many seasons it just became too much for me. I recently started watching it again though 3-4 days ago but because two of my favorite British RU-vidrs: Grace and Grace are in Season 4 Episode 3 “Masquerade” in the glambot scene for anyone who has watched season 4 at this point, but missed them.

❤ I absolutely love Emily in Paris. I love the storyline. I love the clothes and I love the scenery. It is so beautiful and it makes me want to visit France more than ever.

The bed hopping got on my nerves over the seasons. But I think at the end of the last season I was angry because Emily became scapegoat for other peoples’ issues. Gabriel telling Emily that she should’ve gone back to the US. Camille calling her out when she had an affair on Gabriel. They made their beds. I don’t know if I want to watch season four so I’ve been watching reviews. 😅

can you speak posh British,Lucile ? Man,that accent sounds fabulous.

Thank you for introducing the concept of love POLYGONE

Great accent in English backed by enviable skills in the language and a mix of common sense and a kind of down-to-earth glamour: what's not to like?

Very Nice LG. Impressive. Thx Lucile. Clearly your younger tourist. That show is a rip off of the Devil Wears Prada and stuff w/silly stereotypes. Kinda the same sentiment when people try to pretend they are from New Orleans. Never get our accent right. They Just can't.🤭🤭🤭💝💝💝 We grew up w/alcohol too...just a little in coffee or just to teach us. NOLA, very similar. Didn't know this show was still running honestly.

But Borat was filmed in Romania 😂

1:12 Epcot's in Disney World not Disneyland...

I don't remember which video I saw it on, but (I know you don't), you seem to think that outside France, there is only the USA! I live in England, am half-Dutch and have visited half of Europe. I know you have an American boyfriend, so I suppose this channel is only aimed at Americans no? Yes? Maybe...? Anyway, I do enjoy your channel and will be visiting some of the places you recommend, WHICH IS WRONG! Because I am supposed to be learning basic Frence for an upcoming short trip! And you don't teach any of that! Maybe don't make this channel so darned watchable in future! Thank you, Au Revoir. I too am addicted to 'Emily in Paris'!

Spot on... just enjoy the ride of Emily in Paris.

Please don't take this the wrong way, I'm not trying to be rude, I get a lot of people just consume content via their computers now a days, and to each their own regardless, but what do you mean you don't have room for a TV? They make them very flat these days. They don't take up that much room. Also, did you say Bobby is also on RU-vid? What does he do? What is his channel?

What region of France can boast the thickest and the least understandable accent ?

I really enjoy this show

I detest this show. I had to stop after like two seasons. And I'm really not someone who doesn't occasionally like a fun somewhat shallow or unrealistic show, just to have lighthearted fun, but this show is so vapid vapid vapid. There's nothing there, not even fun. Not even so bad it's good. It's just a puff of air

I want to ask you that, is there any vegetarian food in France☺☺😅😅

Yeah your accent is pretty cute. LOL

Do you know any university in Paris related to bachelor’s in nutrition and dietics science as I want to became a dietitian please help me to find university………please reply ❤

Tourism in France is responsible for nearly 10% of its GDP and 10% of employment. Acting like it’s not one of the most important parts of French economy is hilarious.

I ❤ your vlogs. Please take a lot of sleep 💤 and good diet ❤️🙏🏽😇

Hello from Brazil

Maybe you should be more like “Emily in Paris..” just kidding. 😅 I’ll be in Paris next week hope to see you.. have immensely enjoyed your videos. 3rd time to Paris. hoping to give my cousins from Peru the experience I had when living in paris for a semester. “Le magi du París” that’s the only way I can refer to it during the times I have been lucky enough to be there. As you have mentioned, Definitely recommend the “local experience” to really understand and feel the spirit of Paris. I’m So excited to be there again and have been sending your content to my cousins so they act right lol

10:42 I've read many times from credible people that say a large amount of married men have a misstress. It is ingrained in the French culture. Is this true or false?

I would never watch a show about an over privileged girl roomping around Paris. Of course it is just Tv, but why?

Gonna watch... I have a ruck of French music I've made with ai, because I can't understand the words, but they sound so cool pour francais, haha, et oolala... Check the Playlists on moi's channel :)

This show is so good, love the mockery of American puritanism and me 2. It bring back joy of senses and show is reactionary because its optimistic and fun.