I am not one to plan outfits in advance, but when I headed to two of my favorite cities, London and Paris, I knew that I needed to outfit plan.
I wanted versatile and stylish pieces that I could wear all day and be comfortable in. I knew that it would be cold, so I packed pants and sweaters. But, truthfully, I do not like how I look in pants these days, so packed midi and maxi skirts and a few dresses.
I wanted comfortable shoes that I could walk in, and I ended up I walking at least 8 miles a day.
As for a bag, I would have brought my Barrington Gifts tote, but it did not zip, and there are pickpockets everywhere. I brought an old Herve Chapelier bag, and then I ended up buying a plaid Cath Kidston bag in London that I had my eye on.
So, without further ado, here is a selection of what I wore.
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Duffield Lane Striped Cooper Cardigan – This cardigan is a four season piece for me. I love the long length and the soft fabric.
Maine and Ivy cashmere sweater – I flew across the Atlantic both ways in this sweater. It is warm, a perfect weight and it has a lobster on the sleeve! It comes in a few other colors, including a periwinkle blue that I am crushing on.
Bee + Roo cashmere poncho – Mine was a summer color, but I wear it year ’round. I linked a color that I am loving called grey lady (for obvious reasons). And at a $129 price point for some of the softest cashmere that I have ever worn, it’s a no-brainer.
Black midi skirt– I bought mine years ago, but this Lands End skirt is a classic
Michael Kors navy sweater skirt – it is like wearing a sweater as a skirt. So comfy!
Jack Tar Togs navy and white striped boat top – not all are created equal, and I love the fit and quality of this one!
Duffield Lane Radcliffe dress – the details on the sleeves are so cute, and this dress is so comfortable that I could sleep in it!
Hermès scarf- my blue one is a classic. Best place to find old gems online: Tradsey.
J.Crew plaid pants.- mine are actually from Banana Republic Factory, but I linked a similar pair.
Salut cashmere sweater -so cheeky cashmere from j. crew last year.
Kelly green beret – because, what other color would I choose?
Clark’s shoes -okay, they may look a little dumpy like they should be worn by women in the over 70 club, but they were so comfortable and they want with a lot of my navy!
Faux-suede navy over the knee boots – I love these flat boots! And, guilt free!
Cath Kidston plaid zip tote – I was so excited to visit Cath Kidston that I actually went three times to two different stores! This plaid tote is study and it zipped, which, as mentioned, is a must to prevent pickpockets.
Tristan & Bruce Paris clutch – I kept my passport and other documents in here the whole time. I love the vintage look!
Haverhill Westerly necklace – a go with everything classic.
Maine Melon porthole ring – a cute and fun classic for me!
Addie Parker earrings – navy and silver, they go with everything. I get so many compliments on them. And they are $14!
I also had a lot of comfy shirts under my sweaters, a pair of Banana Republic girlfriend jeans that I wore on travel days and a pair of dangly pearl earrings that I got a hundred years ago.
How did I do packing for my trip? What would you have worn?
Xxoo,
Jen @preppyfrancophile
