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Shock new research has revealed
that most Brits secretly admire the French.

A poll of 2,000 people found we are envious of their superior food, sense of style and enviable work-life balance.

Lifestyle Envy

4 in 10 of respondents say they ‘idolise’ the French way of life, and 66% would love to adopt certain aspects of it in their own life.

Fashion

43% wish they had the same passion for fashion. The French one being often described as elegant, chic, timeless and sophisticated.

Work Practices

39% admire the French work-life balance. We also admire their work habits, like clocking off on time and striking for their rights.

Moving to France

32% have even considered moving to France for the lifestyle, with it being described as ‘stylish’, relaxed, and ‘balanced’.

Influence on Us

30% believe adopting French living aspects would make the world happier. 27% had their lifestyle influenced by French’s peers or friends.

Food Habits

The average UK adult spends just 47 minutes on meals daily, while nearly a quarter believe a nice lunch would improve their mood.

Cooking from Scratch

26% of the Brits admit they only cook the evening meal from scratch up to three times a week due to lack of time, skill, and desire.

Elevating British Dishes

Roast dinners, afternoon tea, and jacket potatoes are among the British dishes people would like to elevate with French flair.

 

TOP 30 THINGS WE ADMIRE ABOUT THE FRENCH


52% Eating fresh ingredients48% Making time to enjoy meals

43% Sense of style

41% Appreciating fine cuisine

40% Making time for cooking

39% The ideal work/life balance

38% Taking long lunch breaks

38% Overall better diet than British

35% Being romantics

33% Enjoying the best moments in life

33% Making all mealtimes occasions

32% Love of arts

31% Taking in their surroundings rather than rushing through the city

31% Knowledge and taste in wine

28% Ditching processed foods

28% Good etiquette skills27% Globally renowned cuisine pride

26% Only working contracted hours

26% Being proud to be French

25% Being authentic

25% Making time for their hobbies

25% Passionate about interests

24% Embracing doing nothing

24% Willingness to protest

23% Living humbly

21% The traditional “apéritif”

19% Passionate debates (≠ small talk)

15% Drinking smaller but stronger coffee

15% Interests in philosophy

10% Not discussing money

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