As Cole Porter sang “It is only in Paris that we discover the desire to merge with the madness of spring” (LyricsFreak), the French have always had a “je ne sais quoi” about them, an unforgettable charm and an unrepentant tendency towards excess which leaves its mark in the fields of architecture, cuisine, art, fashion and even war, ever more sustainable. From the simple creations of Coco Chanel to the enchanting prose of Victor Hugo to the detailed paintings of Claude Monet, it is clear that the French are invaluable to artists, innovators and people who appreciate the intrinsic value of beauty . France has always been the epicenter of the art world. ; being the birthplace of the greatest art forms and renowned artists. One of the artists who illustrates the importance of art for the French is Claude Monet. His detailed paintings are known around the world. But the visual arts are not the only art that the French admire; fashion, literature and architecture also have deep importance in this society. Paris has been known as the fashion capital of the world since the days of Marion Antoinette. Additionally, France is perhaps the birthplace of one of the most famous fashion designers: Coco Chanel, who left a legacy for her brand, the fashion world and her country. His designs broke barriers and perfectly combined elements of simplicity and beauty. Moreover, the passionate intellect and essence of the French can be witnessed through their literature. Authors like Victor Hugo, who belonged to the Romantic movement, depicted France's patriotism and personal views on social issues through his poems and dramatic works. France's passion for art is reflected not only in its talents but also in the cities themselves...... middle of paper ......t Journal. April 2010. Web. November 9, 2011. “Rankopedia: the most beautiful national anthem. » Rankopedia - Rankings and discussions about sports, music, movies, TV, celebrities and more. Internet. Nov. 9, 2011. "To love beauty is to see the light. by Victor Hugo." Famous Quotes on QuoteDB - Interactive database of famous quotes. Internet. November 10, 2011. "Biography of Victor Hugo - Childhood, life and chronology of Victor Hugo." Famous People - Famous people from history, list and biography of famous people. Internet. November 9, 2011. “What is impressionism? WiseGEEK: clear answers to common questions. Internet. November 9. 2011. .