French Provincial style is one of the most popular design genres out there, whether it’s describing the architecture of a home or the furnishings within it. Although it has somewhat lofty origins, French Provincial design is beloved today for its casually elegant vibe.

When French Provincial architecture appears in the United States, it’s actually classified as a revival, inspired by the original 17th- and 18th-century manor houses that dot the countryside of France. These homes and their furnishings were themselves inspired by the then en-vogue stylings of Paris during the reign of King Louis XIV, bringing about toned-down, simpler versions of what filled the halls of Versailles