I fancy myself many things in this world: A poet, a scholar,
a humanitarian, a uniter of people. Okay, I'm not really any of those things (well I have
a Bachelor's so I guess I am technically a genius) but I am one thing for sure-
and that's a poor packer. No matter how many lists I read about packing with
purpose or how often some stay-at-home blogger comes up with (yet again) a perfectly curated post about MUST HAVES for their latest jaunt to an exotic location, it's
all basically just one big over my head read. Don't get me wrong, I appreciate
the information and I always love a pretty blog post. But I just don't do a good job of actually internalizing any
of it. I'm an over packer- through and through.
Yet, I would love to do a post about what I brought to Paris
and how well a lot of it worked out. HOWEVER, I felt inclined to put a
disclaimer: While I did do a good job of picking out things I would wear and
having viable options, I also packed basically an extra suitcase worth of
things I DIDN'T use. I'm not a great packer and I'm not going to pretend I am.
But the items I had with me that I ACTUALLY WORE were pretty solid and I
figured I'd share.
SHOES
Over-the-Knee flat boots (brown & black) + chunky heels
booties + combat boots: All good for height, walkability & fashionable
purposes (I actually didn't bring any other shoes and this was a total packing
win, no disclaimer needed).
JACKETS
A black, short, trendy bomber jacket + long, more casual
army green jacket + a fancier long black jacket for evening (not pictured: chunky scarves)
PANTS
Pleather leggings + skinny jeans + tights
PURSE
A mini-backpack (hello 1995!) and it worked PERFECTLY and allowed me to take pictures with ease
TOPS
Big, loose, chunky sweaters + long knits for layering
DRESSES & SKIRTS
One long-sleeved LBD dress + mid-calf camel pencil skirt +
faux-leather pleated short skirt
JEWELRY
Fun gold accessories + little studs + long necklaces
MAKE-UP
Dark & Vampy (or as Jay stated: "Why do you have
Halloween makeup on?", I'm sure he has a point but idgaf)
So ignoring all of the other superfluous items I brought,
these got me through really well for about 10 days of exploring the city on
foot and not looking like a total slob.
What do you generally bring on a trip?
14 comments:
Girl, those boots are HOT. I think I may need to make an investment and get myself a pair. ;) hahaha
For out of the country trips-My first thing to pack is adapters! There's nothing worse than having curling irons and your straightener in reach without the right outlet to use them in.
Great blog! I love the post:)
irenethayer.com
Awesome list girl, Paris in the fall must have been so magical! And loving your jackets - gorgeous picks <3
Green Fashionista
Hey, you can rhyme, add poet to the list lol may offset terrible packer. If it can't fit in my carry on, I don't take it. My rule.
Love what you packed! Those boots are gorgeous!
I used to be an incredible over packer. I've really tried to tone that WAY down. I was good on our last trip. I hope to be better by Europe next year!
i used to be a really horrible over packer.. i'm still not great at it, but i start planning months in advance and slowly slowly get my act together. and then i shove 10 more things in my bag right before we leave but that's better than 20, right?
I love all of your outfits, seriously- you are so fashionable and stylish. Also, I want those boots.
I am seriously obsessed with your style. LOVE all of this!
Gimme those long boots!! Love them! Love the mini-backpack idea too. I usually carry large crossbody bags so I can stuff everything I need into them (including water bottles, haha). The more we've traveled, the better I've gotten about my packing but I could still learn to fine tune a bit more ;) xo
Nice, very nice!!
Awwww I miss Paree! Was there this time 5 years ago and can't wait for another return!
Thank you visiting my blog, hope to see you back soon sweets!
Xx- Julie
Haute Khuuture Blog
Maybe I should ask you to pack for me..??! ;) Love what you chose...! Definitely what I would choose to wear...!
Loving that olive draped jacket! And yes to over the knee boots, so perfect! I've only ever been to Paris in the spring but you're making me want to go in the fall now too! <3, Pamela Sequins & Sea Breezes
Love all these items. I am in the midst of over-packing for our upcoming vacation right now. It is terrible. I know I am doing but I am pretty much powerless to stop it. haha ;-)
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