Packing List: What to Pack to Paris

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I travel to Paris and London frequently and I am sharing with you a guide about what to wear to these cities.

I usually go to Paris and London in the Spring or Fall, but I have been there in the Summer too.

With that in mind, I have shared some of my favorite pieces that you can layer easily.

I always fit all of my clothes onto a carry-on bag.  I’ve heard horror stories of lost checked bags on international trips – especially stories of this happening in Paris because France frequently goes on strike!

Imagine going to the most fashionable city without clothes! The horror!

Tops and Tees

Nº 1 // A Breton Striped Tee– You have to wear a striped tee in France! 

Nº 2 //A white and grey t-shirt   – A white tee and grey tee go with everything.

Nº 3 // A Nice Blouse – You need a blouse that you can wear to a nice restaurant. 

Nº 4 // Chambray Shirt – I like this shirt because it goes with everything and is fashionable. 

Nº 5 // Sleeveless Shirt – It is nice to pack a sleeveless shirt or tank top because that way you are prepared for unexpected (or expected!) warm weather!  Sometimes the museum can become very hot too. 

Outerwear and Dresses

Nº 6 //  A Black Blazer – This is essential as you can dress this blazer up or down.

Nº 7 //  Long Sweater Cardigan  – A long sweater cardigan is great for layering and on the airplane and for cooler days.

Nº 8 //  A Little Black Dress  – A LBD is a wardrobe staple and can be dressed up or down depending on the occasion.

Nº 9 // The Trench Coat  – You need a trench coat that will keep you dry in Europe! It frequently rains there for all seasons, except the middle of Summer. 

Jeans and Pants 

Nº 10 // Jeans – The Europeans love skinny jeans. 

Nº 11 // Black Skinny Jeans– You can’t go wrong with a pair of black skinny jeans. They are nice because you can dress then up or down as well.

Shoes

Nº 12 // Ballerina Flat – The ballerina flat is a must-wear in Paris.

Nº 13 // Black Booties – Black booties and boots never go out of style, especially in Europe!

Nº 14 // Mules and Loafers- If you are going to London or Paris in the warmer months, I suggest wearing some slip on mules or loafers instead of bringing booties.  

Nº 15 // Retro Cool Sneaker – I have been wearing these Converse Chuck Taylors  to Europe for years and every time I go, Europeans ask me where I got my shoes. *smirk, they think I’m cool

Accessories 

Nº 16 // A Scarf  – You must bring one scarf with you for the plane and then buy all other scarves in Paris.

Nº 17 // A Cross bodybag  – A small cross body shoulder bag is perfect for your slim camera, passport, wallet, travel umbrella, and lip gloss.  Honestly though, buy a bag in Paris when you’re there.

Nº 18 // a Necklace– Accessorize your outfit with a necklace.  I recommend a simple necklace as the big bold necklaces are not fashionable there.  The scarf instead is worn as a statement necklace. 

Nº 19 // Travel Umbrella – Who knows when it’s going to rain. 

Nº 20 // A watch  – I find that when I go to Europe I wear a watch compared to when I am back in the US.  I usually use my cell phone in the USA, but as I frequently don’t carry my phone there, I actually wear a watch to tell the time. 

Nº 21 // Sunglasses – I always wear a pair of chic sunglasses to Europe. You will find yourself walking around outside a lot (8-10 miles per day!) and you will find some sunglasses very helpful! 

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What to Pack to Paris 2015 2016 by Peonies and Orange Blossoms.

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  1. March 17, 2015 / 9:56 pm

    I love to make plans for what to pack! This looks perfect! Enjoy your trip! Thanks for sharing at Home Sweet Home!
    Sherry

    • March 17, 2015 / 9:58 pm

      I was creating a board in my head so I decided to write about one!

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