Last
month I was lucky enough to run away to Paris for the day. I love Paris. I'm a
huge nerdy fan of architecture and Paris is an embarrassment of riches, so I
never need an excuse to cross the channel. However, I've never gone for just a
day before and wondered how I would find it. Having been there multiple times
already though, I found that the day was a perfect length of time to soak in
another culture, enjoy the winter sunshine and devour yummy food.
We
had an early start - 7.55AM was our train time but when you're with great
company, the two and a half hours fly by. When we arrived we went straight to
my favourite building in Paris, Notre-Dame Cathedral . It is, to put it simply, one of the
most stunning buildings I have ever seen. Everything about it is breathtaking
whether inside or out:
We
then just pottered around, ate a hearty meal and then headed to Shakespeare &
Co. Bookshop. It's literally my favourite bookshop because it's old, creaky and
traditional, with little nooks and crannies filled to the brim with wonderful
literature. Shakespeare is one of my adored literacy loves, so I almost feel
like this bookshop is my little home away from home.
Our
next stop was the Eiffel Tower. Now, one thing I have never done was go up the
tower; not because I'm afraid of heights but because all the other times I have
gone, the queues have been hideous. I don't know if it was the bitter cold or
the fact that we went on a weekday, but the queue was virtually non-existent.
WIN! I absolutely loved the views on the way up but when we reached the peak it
was even better:
Going up....
We
also got a little snow while at the top which made the trip even more magical,
I really couldn't have wished for a better day. So what did I wear for Paris
fun-times? I went vintage.
I've
been super lucky recently to have found a bunch of vintage gems to add to my
collection and this one is a worthy wardrobe filler. If you're a regular reader
you already know about my polka dot obsession, so I inevitably snapped up this
late 70s baby the minute I saw it. It has a elastic waist and is the perfect
lengthy for any time of the year. It is also super light-weight so I paired it
with my burgundy cardigan and I thick pair of tights. I finished off the look
with my favourite belt, and I was ready to go.
Dress:
Vintage
Cardigan:
H&M (Burgundy currently out o stock online)
Belt:
Dorothy
Perkins^
Tights:
Boots
Flats:
Simply Be
We
had the best time and are already planning our next adventure (we're currently
thinking Berlin....)
'til
next time.
Love
and hugs,
Isha
xxx
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wow so beautiful. I really need to revisit Paris I haven't been in years x
ReplyDeleteI love it there and really need to go more if I can. Such a great way to spend the day. :) x
DeleteStunning photo's I've always wanted to go to Paris and this has made me google city breaks x
ReplyDeleteYAY! Do let me know if you need any tips. :) x
DeleteAmazing review Isha I could not agree with you more about the fit and shape!
ReplyDeleteI love this dress on you and the colour is just gorgeous! You should definitely invest In the emerald green like you said. It would look gorgeous on you!
Thanks for the link honey and I hope to see you soon xxx
Thanks my hun! xx
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