Hello!

If you’re new here, I’m Bianca Hall. I started writing my blog French for Pineapple in 2014 - a really, really long time ago, as a homage to all things interiors. That passion has never wavered, though admittedly my dedication to regular writing about it has had many a peak and trough.

Something has always drawn me back, and that thing is that I actually really love writing, and writing about my obsessions gives me a valid reason to keep on obsessing. I’m basically a self fulfilling prophecy.

I’ve talked about moving over to Substack for a few years, and have finally taken the plunge. Obviously. I felt like a huge deal, but now I’m here, I’m very happy and comfortable, and wish I’d been able to make myself do it years ago, but things happen when they happen for a reason, and apparently the universe decided that October 2025 was the right time.

I focus mainly on interiors and design, and this includes shopping edits, brand spotlights, things that have caught my eye in the interiors world and beyond each week, and a bit of makeup, skin care and fragrance. Basically all the things I love, and love to talk about. And I really do love to talk about my own house and plans within it, though I’ve been a bit quiet on that front as we are limbo trying to sell and buy a new house, which, if we actually pull it all off, will be a pretty big renovation project, so there will be plenty of that to come at some point too.

So this is where you will now find me, AND on a much more regular basis.

In fact there are two free posts a week, and two paid subscriber only posts a week. That’s eight free posts a month, and an additional eight a month if you upgrade to paid.

Paid subscribers will also have full archive access (I’m currently moving it all over so it’s on its way), so if you like what you read, do consider upgrading to a paid subscription for the more juicy posts, for less than the cost of a take away flat white a month. That’s 2.5 M&S Vanilla Fudge Bars, 3.3 Fry’s Turkish Delights, or 0.88 of a Whitebox Spicy Marg. Don’t get me wrong, these are some of my favourite things, but reading my Substack is definitely more wholesome, AND has zero calories.

You won’t have to worry about missing anything, as every new post goes directly to your inbox if you want it to, so join my gang by subscribing below if you’re not already in it! You’re very welcome at French for Pineapple HQ whether it’s a free OR paid subscription - I truly appreciate you all!