image – USA Today
Pearl stud earrings – Mikimoto, cardigan – Iro, scarf – Julie Egli, turtleneck – Merona, pants – Dorothy Perkins, cross body bag – Tumi, briefcase – Tumi, suitcase – Tumi, parka – Lands’ End, oxfords – Cole Haan
Pantheon image – Wikipedia
St. Denis image – Wikipedia
Stade de France image – Logis Hotels
Sweatshirt – Acne Studios, black waxed denim jeans – D RK SH D W by Rick Owens, turtleneck – L.L.Bean, shoes – Cole Haan
Boulevard St. Michel image – Wikipedia France
Hoop earrings – Yoola, scarf – Hinge, sweatshirt dress – Sacai, tights – DKNY, flats – Thierry Rabotin
Musee Cluny image – Wikipedia France
Image – Paris en Photo
Skirted leggings – Eileen Fisher, earrings – Majorica, sweater – M Missoni, Hermes Jardins des Metamorphoses, bracelet – Majorica, black tank – Marc Cain
love,
Janice
1. Laduree – for macaroons and amazing desserts in the wonderful chinese-style tea room.
2. Maison du Chocolat
3. Chocolate shop/cafe at the Hotel du Cadran, near Ecole Militaire
Hmmmm…. a theme seems to be developing here……….
Janice- as always, your personal choices are stylish, yet practical. You disprove the idea that comfortable can't be stylish, which reminds me of a post from A Femme…. that talked about what some people wear to be comfortable on flights. It was a lively discussion. You mentioned bringing a serum. Would you mind sharing what you use? I cannot seem to find one that makes a difference.
I have a smile on my faces imagining your travel preparations. Honestly, I am always pleasantly surprised at airports. The long lines dissolve faster than anticipated, security personnel doing their job efficiently, and it really moves pretty efficiently all things considered. The last few times I travelled to Germany I splurged on a business class ticket and I knew that good wine and a comfortable seat were awaiting me. :)) Are you still in contact with the inspiration for your files?
So funny that you are attracted by Blvd St. Michel – and four-lane traffic!!
We went to St Denis on our last trip. It is beautiful! We were also there on a market day and were caught in a crush of people and could not escape. We were washed to a bakery selling merguez sandwiches outside and bought some. They were delicious!
How exciting! BTW, if you like Moz, you may enjoy Ambiance (by Urban Apps). It's like Moz, but has more sounds and you can combine them — like gulls and crashing waves. Ambiance is available on both Google Play and the Apple App store.
Love this post, and not just because you mention and show 2 of my favorites, the Cluny and St. Denis. It was good to see some casual clothes for a trip and for you to mention doing laundry so not so many items have to be packed. I, once again, recommended the VF to someone who can't imagine traveling with the luggage you show, so the timing couldn't be better. I firmly believe that for many people, a list won't do. They gotta see it to believe it.
Do squeeze a thermal top/vest into your bag. It is damp at the moment and feels colder than the weather forecast might suggest.
Hope you have a fantastic time!
I think you will look smashing in your travel wardrobe, but I have to laugh, living in the mountains as I do, when I travel to a large city I relish the chance to bring all the best stuff in my closet. You, on the other hand, living in Chicago, are choosing to pack your most casual (yet chic) and comfortable clothes. I have to say that the black coat is a great choice. We were in Paris 14 months ago and when the rain started virtually every Parisian pulled out a black rain coat. In my dark slate blue rain coat (the only pack-able weight water proof coat I own), I felt like I might as well have been wearing neon green! LOL!!
What a fine packing post. I'm always a little sad when I see posts about exotic locations that are out of my budget for the moment. I try to remind myself that people come here for vacation too. It's too easy to want what you can't have rather than enjoy your blessings in the moment.
So excited for you! Looking forward to your trip stories!
What a great trip planned! Do you have room in your suitcase to bring a personal assistant? :-)
Delightful! My favorite cure for jet lag is a visit to the hammam at the Mosque of Paris- http://www.la-mosquee.com/htmlfr/hammamfr.htm and not far from you.
I love the Place St. Germain. We usually stay in the Rue Jacob. Have a magnificent time!
I find it difficult to imagine that a 1 week trip should include doing laundry, other than maybe hand washing an item in the bathroom sink. Maybe I don't have sufficient standards of cleanliness. LOL. I can easily wear a pair of slacks more than once before laundering. if someone did indeed spill beer on my clothes, yes, I would have to deal with it then, and I might have to send it out but I don't think I would leave home planning to do so. Maybe it has something to do with the fact that I don't really like dry-cleaning chemicals and I wash by hand most items that others may send out. Also, a lot of items can go for a long time with a good airing out, spot cleaning and brushing. I am also very fond of steaming my clothes at home. It disinfects clothes that are not actually dirty.