Guide To Kansas City French-ing

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The original French author of "Planet of the Apes" is Pierre Boulle. His novel, La Planète des singes, was published in 1963 and later translated into English as "Planet of the Apes". The novel served as the basis for the 1968 film, which launched the popular Planet of the Apes franchise. 

Meanwhile, because TKC can be classy sometimes, here's a guide to decorations and the local good life.

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“We continue to sell things that we both love, that we both collect,” Gwen says. She and Teri travel to France several times a year to handpick new finds for their collection—and with the resurgence of French-inspired home decor, business is busier than ever. Gwen has plenty of tips for bringing this timeless style into your own home.

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A local French antique seller gives tips on adding Parisian flair to your space French Connection

More than two decades later, the sisters' venture, French By Design Antiques, has expanded with a selling warehouse in West Bottoms.