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STYLISH PACKING

What to pack for Paris in the springtime! All of the essentials for a stylish sojourn abroad...

By Flare Staff April 17, 2008

STYLISH PACKING
What to pack for Paris in the springtime

YOU ASKED I’m planning a trip to Paris in the Spring. Can you give me any ideas on what I should be packing? I want très chic outfits!

EDITOR You want to build your travel looks around basic pieces that are light, work from day to evening, and can be layered depending on the weather. Take a look at my top picks to mix and match. Market Editor Tammy Palmer

What to pack

Stella McCartney Double-breasted Trench Coat

A belted trench will always look chic—cinched at the waist, collar up! Add a colorful print scarf for a nice touch and added warmth.

Chic mini dress

Jay Ahr Mesh Lurex Dress

A chic dress will get you noticed on the streets of Paris. French women aren’t afraid to look feminine, and neither should you be! Just beware of swooning Parisian men.

Colourful pashmina

Alexander McQueen Tiger Print Pashmina

A colourful pashmina will add a pop to any outfit. Go for a hip shade if your wardrobe tends to steer towards black.

Graphic print top

Diane von Furstenberg Amada Smock Top

A bright smock top will keep you looking stylish day or night. Wear it with jeans and look like a work of art when you hit up the Louvre.

Menswear blazer

Stella McCartney Textured Taffeta Blazer

A menswear blazer is a Parisian staple. Choose one that’s oversized—loose enough that you can roll up the sleeves for comfort.

High waisted jeans

Notify Absinthe Wide Leg Jeans

A pair of high waisted jeans will get you around town but are also sexy enough for evenings out on the town.

Large white handbag

Miu Miu

A large white day bag matches any outfit and will have you toting around your travel essentials—like a camera and travel guide—in style.

Neutral clutch

Jimmy Choo

A bright, oversized clutch puts the finishing touch on your eveningwear and allows you to carry light during soiree hours.

Essentials

PARISIAN ESSENTIALS

OTHER PARISIAN ESSENTIALS
Beret hat
Peep-toe high heels (preferable a pair by Christian Louboutin)
Matching lingerie ensemble (because you never know when romance will strike)
Red lipstick and nail polish

You’re all set to look très chic in Paris.
TIP Pack your clothes in a bright suitcase or wrap a pink ribbon around your suitcase handle to spot your bag easily at the luggage carousal. Bon Voyage!

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