https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revised-travel-capsule-for-france--help-please Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 27 May 2026 04:11:17 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revised-travel-capsule-for-france--help-please/page/2#post-713984 Thu, 06 Sep 2012 20:56:26 +0000 Melinda 713984@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a great coincidence! I'm visiting Paris for the first time in November, and I just logged on to see what wardrobe help I could pick up from Angie and the YLF crew! Your wardrobe capsule is truly inspirational. Since it will be my first visit, I'd welcome any tips on colors and styles for Paris, particularly what I should NOT wear. (Let's assume for the sake of brevity that I know how to avoid looking too much like a tourist!)<br /> All advice is appreciated! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revised-travel-capsule-for-france--help-please/page/2#post-711905 Tue, 04 Sep 2012 20:21:07 +0000 Parsley 711905@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jayne, the leopard wedges are from J Crew. They're surprisingly comfortable for the heel height, and they seem to go with just about everything.<br /> Mine are from a couple of years ago, but these are almost the same:</p> <p><a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_special_sizes/sizes512shoes/size5/PRDOVR~10180/99102791243/ENE~1+2+3+22+4294967294+20~~~0~15~all~mode+matchallany~~~~~Martina%20wedge/10180.jsp" rel="nofollow">http://www.jcrew.com/womens_sp...../10180.jsp</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revised-travel-capsule-for-france--help-please#post-711691 Tue, 04 Sep 2012 15:07:59 +0000 Vix 711691@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi Parsley --</p> <p>Like any pro, you may agonize behind the scenes but make it look easy to your audience! </p> <p>Sounds like a wonderful trip and seems like you have your bases covered for city/country in terms of clothes and shoes. And hey -- now you have a jumpstart on fall outfits once you return! Thanks for sharing/inspiring. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revised-travel-capsule-for-france--help-please#post-711532 Tue, 04 Sep 2012 12:34:29 +0000 jayne 711532@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You are sooo good at this. What a great remix and reuse plan. I think you have it nailed. Maybe a rain coat is needed for fall, else nothing that I can think of. My the way, how do I get me some of those leopard wedges? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revised-travel-capsule-for-france--help-please#post-711360 Tue, 04 Sep 2012 04:33:55 +0000 Parsley 711360@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Aw, thanks, ladies!</p> <p>JAileen, I really only have three lightweight jackets (okay, 4 if you count the olive green dressier one, but that's more for evening.)<br /> Maybe theyr're not all *necessary*, but I'd be so bored wearing the same one every day!</p> <p>Rae, the reason it all fits in my carry-on is that almost everything is really thin and packs down to almost nothing. The leather jacket is the bulkiest thing, and I'll wear that on the plane. It's amazing- my bag is not even super full! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revised-travel-capsule-for-france--help-please#post-711359 Tue, 04 Sep 2012 04:32:59 +0000 fashionista 711359@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Very versatile travel capsule I must say. Well co-ordinated. You look gorgeous in those outfits. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revised-travel-capsule-for-france--help-please#post-711346 Tue, 04 Sep 2012 04:19:57 +0000 rae 711346@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>WOAH, you fit all those outfits into your carryon?? I agree: you need no help. Fab on top of fab. You are going to give the Parisiennes a run for their money. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revised-travel-capsule-for-france--help-please#post-711344 Tue, 04 Sep 2012 04:18:32 +0000 catgirl 711344@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>WHAAAAA....?</p> <p>You need help?!?! I don't think so! The cobalt jacket alone is better than anything I've ever packed for a trip. I think you will make people rethink their view of Americans and how they dress. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revised-travel-capsule-for-france--help-please#post-711309 Tue, 04 Sep 2012 02:02:36 +0000 JAileen 711309@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>First, I have to say that all of your outfits look wonderful. However, it looks like you have 7 or so jackets of similar weight. I'm not seeing the utility of that. Given that everything fits in your bag, I guess it doesn't matter, unless you're not leaving space for souvenirs.<br /> I hope you have a great time! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revised-travel-capsule-for-france--help-please#post-711145 Mon, 03 Sep 2012 20:21:48 +0000 Parsley 711145@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Makrame, Thanks for the reminder!<br /> We have some Bandaid blister block, and it's great stuff.<br /> The sneaker-ish shoes I'm taking are the ones I wear to walk at home, so I regularly do 6 miles plus in them without socks, and without getting blisters. They're Privos, and they have been so wonderful that I bought a second pair to have when they wear out. They're not beautiful, but they're perfect for me for walking/ light hiking and riding bikes. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revised-travel-capsule-for-france--help-please#post-711077 Mon, 03 Sep 2012 19:01:14 +0000 Makrame 711077@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your wardrobe looks amazing! And it all fits in one carry-on suitcase? I am in awe!</p> <p>Your shoes look very comfortable and will go well with the outfits. Are you bringing along some socks or body-glide to put on your feet for hiking? I usually forget that even comfortable shoes can cause blisters when worn barefoot for long walks. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revised-travel-capsule-for-france--help-please#post-711046 Mon, 03 Sep 2012 18:19:41 +0000 Anonymous 711046@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>5, 7, 9 and 10 are not my favorites. I LOVE all the rest!! Especially black and white stripes - ooh la la! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revised-travel-capsule-for-france--help-please#post-711042 Mon, 03 Sep 2012 18:10:32 +0000 merwoman 711042@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Incroyable! Absolutely breath-taking - chic, sophisticated, and vivacious!<br /> Soo hard to choose a favourite - but collages 2,3 and 4 are tied for first plac for me..<br /> Bon voyage! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revised-travel-capsule-for-france--help-please#post-711005 Mon, 03 Sep 2012 17:34:43 +0000 Arya 711005@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Holy cow you look gorgeous and chic in everything! I have no advice to give, I think it's all great. Bon voyage! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revised-travel-capsule-for-france--help-please#post-711004 Mon, 03 Sep 2012 17:33:21 +0000 MsMary 711004@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>C'est magnifique!! Vivienne would be proud!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revised-travel-capsule-for-france--help-please#post-710997 Mon, 03 Sep 2012 17:23:56 +0000 Parsley 710997@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you all!<br /> It's ridiculous how much I agonize over packing, even though I travel a lot.</p> <p>It would be so easy if we still lived in the days of porters to carry our steamer trunks... :-)</p> <p>Angie, thanks for the thumbs up! I did take your advice to heart, and now I think I am prepared for just about anything.</p> <p>I love the Marais, too! Great boutiques, and equally great falafel! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revised-travel-capsule-for-france--help-please#post-710981 Mon, 03 Sep 2012 17:09:52 +0000 harmonica 710981@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Gorgeous travel capsule! You are all covered and ready to go! Perfection!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revised-travel-capsule-for-france--help-please#post-710975 Mon, 03 Sep 2012 17:02:38 +0000 JenA 710975@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your outfits are PERFECT and I think you'll feed fab (and comfy) walking around Paris. I really like your mixing options and the COMFY shoes look good with these outfits. </p> <p>You are visiting Paris during one of my favorite times of the year (... well, actually, anytime of the year is my favorite). And here's another shout out to Le Marais which is my favorite area too. </p> <p>Bon Voyage! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revised-travel-capsule-for-france--help-please#post-710953 Mon, 03 Sep 2012 16:48:49 +0000 Isabel 710953@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow !! PERFECT ! Your shoe selection is great too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revised-travel-capsule-for-france--help-please#post-710942 Mon, 03 Sep 2012 16:35:21 +0000 Angie 710942@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>*applause*</p> <p>You NAILED it, Marcy. KILLER all round. </p> <p>Have a beautiful time. Say hello to Le Marais for me!!! My favourite Parisian stomping ground. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revised-travel-capsule-for-france--help-please#post-710933 Mon, 03 Sep 2012 16:26:16 +0000 sarah 710933@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, this is AMAZING. I'm truly impressed. You're going to blow those Parisians' minds when you show up in that cobalt leather jacket - maybe they'll even decide to snap out of their all-black-fashion stupor. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revised-travel-capsule-for-france--help-please#post-710932 Mon, 03 Sep 2012 16:25:50 +0000 Parsley 710932@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ingunn,<br /> I really don't wear shorts in public much, even at home, but I was wavering about adding a denim skirt. It would probably be a good idea.</p> <p>I didn't mention that I am taking some gear-type capris and top for hiking and biking in Provence. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revised-travel-capsule-for-france--help-please#post-710930 Mon, 03 Sep 2012 16:24:34 +0000 JulieJohn 710930@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What an awesome capsule! I am without words, except to say, C'est Magnifique! Bon Voyage! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revised-travel-capsule-for-france--help-please#post-710927 Mon, 03 Sep 2012 16:21:52 +0000 Parsley 710927@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, ladies!<br /> Geargirl, I understand what you're saying, and leaving the blue jacket would be the more practical choice.<br /> It is true that that blue jacket stands out. (although it does photograph brighter than it is in real life). And in general I do prefer to wear neutrals in Paris, although bright colors fit right in in Provence.<br /> But I do think I'll take it, anyway, because I love it, and I feel way more fab in it than in the anorak with the cardigan. I'm not going to worry about anything happening to it- I buy my clothes to enjoy them, and I don't want to just save them in my closet. I did test it for rain-resistance, though, and it's fine. </p> <p>Thanks for chiming in! I'm just choosing to not be practical this time! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revised-travel-capsule-for-france--help-please#post-710921 Mon, 03 Sep 2012 16:17:08 +0000 Ingunn 710921@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What the others said:) This is a gorgeous travel capsule, and you look terrific in it. I think the leather jacket will do fine in Europe color wise, if you find it practical for you to bring along. The only think I personally would add is a more casual skirt or shorts. The weather in Southern France is nice and warm during daytime for at least the next six weeks or so. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revised-travel-capsule-for-france--help-please#post-710914 Mon, 03 Sep 2012 16:11:06 +0000 Anonymous 710914@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>OH. MY. GOODNESS! Marcy you look so beautiful and chic that it brings tears to my eyes! What an amazing travel capsule this is. That cobalt leather jacket with a silk scarf is to die for! I'm stunned beyond words. Suggestions? Are you kidding me right now? Girl, you have it ALL figured out! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revised-travel-capsule-for-france--help-please#post-710910 Mon, 03 Sep 2012 16:06:05 +0000 geargirl 710910@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really love what you have! You will have an amazing trip! My only suggestion is to leave out the cobalt jacket. I would think it would be heavy to carry, and take up a lot of space. You could get the same warmth from layering the black cardi and anorak together. Plus it is such a special piece, I would worry about something happening to it! Also, I prefer to "blend in" (Team Stand out in a Crowd vs. Team Blend in?) and I find Europeans tend to wear dark neutrals. I would feel "loud" in such a piece in Europe, even though I wear a lot of color at home. Have an amazing time, and please post a trip "recap" so those of us left at home can live vicariously! Bon Voyage! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revised-travel-capsule-for-france--help-please#post-710906 Mon, 03 Sep 2012 16:00:03 +0000 Carole 710906@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ooh la la! You look perfectly Parisian! Seriously, you have assembled a great travel capsule for Paris, or anywhere for that matter. Good thing you saved a little room in your bag for souvenirs. Have a wonderful time! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revised-travel-capsule-for-france--help-please#post-710904 Mon, 03 Sep 2012 15:55:49 +0000 celia 710904@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Parsley, I think you have a wonderful wardrobe for your trip.I wouldn't change a thing.<br /> Hope you have fun on your trip. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/revised-travel-capsule-for-france--help-please#post-710902 Mon, 03 Sep 2012 15:55:09 +0000 Suz 710902@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>By the way, I'm so impressed at the way that new jacket just livens everything up - it's a wonderful colour for you and adds a welcome "pop" to a travel wardrobe of many neutrals. </p>