paris dreaming

With a week that was tougher than normal, I wish I were this girl. Happily sitting in a park, looking at the Eiffel Tower. In Paris. 

Le Sigh.

Have a great weekend! xo

parisian shopping

When I think of Paris I think of three things:

1. Food (specifically macarons, croissants and cheese)

2. Unparalleled architecture and art

3. Shopping 

(in no particular order)

This post focuses on my most recent purchases in Paris. We'll just ignore the fact that I still haven't looked at my credit card. Why would I ruin a perfectly good day? Never.

No, I didn't purchase a Céline bag. I marveled at it at Bon Marché, but couldn't pull the trigger. I did however purchase some cute items that didn't really break the bank.

Diptyque Candle

Merci (beautiful store that is unlike anything I've ever seen)

Skinny Gold Ring

Chevron Sweater from Montmartre

Striped shirts from H&M and some goodies from Kookai

Shirt//Necklace //Shirt

Water Color Picture from Place du Tertre

I also managed to snap this picture by Rue St. Honoré. Parisian street style at it's finest. Pretty sure the girl on the right was on her way to a casting call for Paris Fashion Week. Trés Chic. 

See? I was a good girl! Nothing outrageous, and all practical items. Stay tuned for more posts inspired by France and Denmark!

Bisous! xo

happy weekend!

Sorry for not posting yesterday -- my sleep schedule is all out of whack, thanks to Europe. I can't complain though. I had the time of my life. I think I gained 1390193 pounds, and charged an absurd amount of money on my credit card. But obviously I'm ignoring these facts. 

I want to move back to Paris.

Now.

Seriously.

Is that too much to ask? I don't mind where I live, or if I have a shoebox for an apartment. I just want to be there. Merci. 

I leave you with a few pictures from my travels. Stay tuned next week for Denmark/France related posts.

Bisous! xo

being a silly tourist in Copenhagen.

I don't think there is anything more romantic, beautiful and exquisite than this. Tu me manques Le Tour Eiffel. 

bon voyage!

Hope you all had a fabulous (hopefully 3-day) weekend! I had a friend in town, and we had a blast galavanting around the city, enjoying good meals, and relaxing. 

Now, I'm attempting to pack everything I need for eight days in France/Denmark! 

I wish my packing look liked this.

sigh.

I picture myself like this in France.

Like this in Denmark.

And wishing I could fly like this.

I'll be checking in on the blogosphere periodically, but will otherwise be in lala land. Don't fear -- I've got some AMAZING guest posts lined up through next Wednesday that I hope you all will come back and check out.

Until then...j'espère que vous avez une bonne semaine! bisous.

C'est la Vie

In honor of Travel Tuesday, and my favorite blogger/childhood neighbor Alex over at Things That Sparkle I dedicate today's Travel Tuesday to her upcoming Paris jet-set.

I was fortunate enough to have lived in the city of light for four months during my Junior year of college -- c'était parfait. I fell in love with the winding cobblestone streets, the corner crêperies, and the food. Oh the food. I could dedicate an entire post to the food...which, I probably will do in the near future.

For now, I bring you an off the beaten path version of my city. From shopping to eating, these are things you MUST do à Paris. Allons-y!




1. Ekyog - amazing "organique" boutique with the comfiest knits you'll find anywhere.

2. Diwali - scarves, scarves and more scarves. Need I say more?

3. Art Macaron - hands down the BEST macarons I've ever had. Better than, yes, Ladurée, and Pierre Hermé. Seriously.

4. Le Relais de l'Entrecôte - steak frites with a super secret sauce recipe that will have you satiated for days.

5. Le Soufflé - an entire restaurant devoted to a Parisian specialty - soufflé. You'd be a fool to not try the chocolate dessert soufflé. C'est magnifique!

6. Musée de Carnavalet - an ancient Hotel Particulaire in Le Marais. Best part? C'est gratuit (it's free!)

7. Place du Tertre - the old artistes square in Montmartre with breathtaking views of the city, amazing coffee shops and that certain je ne sais quoi!

8. Cemetaire de Père Lachaise - one of the most beautiful parks/cemetaries. Even cemetaries in Paris are beautiful. And, if you're a history buff like me, you'll find several of your favorite writers and musicians resting peacefully here.

Bon voyage!

Travel Tuesday

Today is my first, and certainly not last, post dedicated to Travel. I now claim Tuesday to be Travel Tuesday.

I was bitten by the travel bug at a young age, and have had the opportunity to travel to many unique places. Now that I'm a 9-5 gal, my vacation time is limited, so I must plan accordingly.

I have the first week off after New Years Eve, and I'm dreaming of an exotic - albeit inexpensive (maybe?) vacation. Here are my current thoughts on a destination:

1. Iceland (cold and unique)



2. Morocco (I would get lost in the markets)



3. Los Angeles (inexpensive to get to, and my bestie lives there)



4. Paris (an old favorite, and my happy place)



Where would you go out of these places? Each place is so unique, and all have their pros and cons...now if only money weren't an option...sigh.