Thoughts of Paris

My husband and I just returned from a wonderfully romantic trip to Paris where we celebrated our 10-year wedding anniversary. It seemed my eyes were filled with visual treats at every turn, from the historied architecture, to the beautiful food & pastries, and to of course the incredible fashion. We saw the must-see sights, walked off the beaten path, and enjoyed long, wine-filled lunches; but there was plenty of time for boutique browsing and taking in the dashing trends from the chicest of the chic.

Whether you’re planning a city trip, or just need some fresh ideas for your look this fall, I thought some hints from my packing list might help. Here are my must-have pieces and how I made the most of them.

Leather Leggings…wear with a basic tee and a blazer for daytime sight-seeing, change into a pretty blouse and heels for dinner (hint: go faux and save a buck or 2! vegan leather is more PC anyway)

Moto Jacket…versatile and chic!

Pretty Blouse (or 2)…dress up, dress down…works day into night. Just change out the accessories, shoes, and outer layer to change the look.

Your Favorite Skinny Jeans…an obvious versatile choice that will work day or night. With tees or lightweight sweaters and riding boots or flats for day; pretty blouses and heels for night.

Blazer…lightweight jacket option, and a nice versatile piece that works with jeans for day, or over a dress at night. I loved my menswear herringbone version!

Accessories…Scarves, Pendant Necklace, Statement Necklace, Layering Bracelets…Don’t skimp on packing accessories – this is out how your going to make what you packed most versatile and change your looks from day to night!

Shoes…How to give yourself options without over-packing?? My ankle strap nude flats were my go-to shoe for daytime. They are comfortable, stylish, and went with every outfit. A fun heel and a riding boot are also best bets.

With the seemingly endless streets of shops, trend-spotting was made easy. Here’s a peek at top trends spotted…