Just the other week, we wrote about a site discovery we were psyched about, Basic French, a lovely online store that makes us feel like a trip to Paree. Well, a few days ago, Chad and I were walking up Main Street in Red Hook, a small town on the Hudson River, and lo and behold, there was a store called Basic French. Sure enough, it’s one and the same! Quel chance! Carol Neiley, the owner, wasn’t in, but we poked around and saw even more chicness than what’s on the site. Miraculously, I managed to not spend too much. Just bought one candle by Gellis Dewarin, $28. (Thé Noir, a fresh blend of green tea and lime. Ahhhh. I highly recommend it.) — Angela M.

Photos by Chad Hunt