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MOOD DU JOUR: A Touch of Femme

Because everything’s prettier in Paris

Seeing some of my favorite bloggers share their Parisian excursions (Grace, Alex, Mae, Liz), I guess you could say I’ve got a case of Parisian paralysis…that is, I can’t do much else but wish I was there too. A touch of sparkle, bows, and petite tailored details is what’s getting me through:

No. 1. J.Crew chambray blouse, paillette skirt 2. Ted Baker ‘Paddie Bow’ iPad case 3. The Paris Wife, by Paula McLain (currently reading/loving) 4. Bauble Bar Savoy Pendant (great to dress up a plain tee or sweater) 5. Diptyque ‘Lait Frais’ lotion (bought this over the weekend…orange blossom water and almond oil!) 6. Zara black patent peep toes 7. Gramercy & Co. black/white lacquer boxes 8. Zara sequined ballerina flats 9. Madewell polka dot blouse (I’ve got the tie-front version and it’s the cutest!) 10. Inslee Haynes 2012 calendar

What’s your current inspiration destination?


Erika Brechtel

Erika's passion for guiding women to "Style Your Biz, Your Home, Your Self, Your Life" led her create 'The E List' (formerly the Small Shop blog) in 2010. Since, she's expanded globally into speaking, mentoring, course offerings, angel investing, and social entrepreneurship through the Élanoura Collective for women founders.

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The Comments

  1. karlita Borrego says

    November 15, 2011 at 6:25 am

    this time of the year makes me dream of Paris as well! I hope I can visit again soon..

  2. Lisa says

    November 15, 2011 at 8:55 am

    I’ve been in a Morocco mood lately but those flats and that skirt are making me feel very City of Lights! Great roundup Erika!

  3. Elizabeth says

    November 15, 2011 at 9:14 am

    I have got to get over to Paris soon – so many people and places I want to visit! Let’s plan a design trip…
    -e (modern24seven)

  4. designstiles says

    November 15, 2011 at 9:37 am

    Yes, take me away. I’ve been itching for a European excursion. Oui, Oui!

  5. The Design Daredevil {Jessie D. Miller } says

    November 15, 2011 at 9:40 am

    NYC. Fingers crossed I will be there before the end of the year for work. Hoping with all my heart I get the job……….it is literally the only thing on my mind, 24/7.

  6. Grace - stripes & sequins says

    November 15, 2011 at 9:42 am

    Aw, thanks for the shout-out! Adore those lacquer boxes… and thanks, of course, for including BaubleBar!!

  7. Mae says

    November 15, 2011 at 9:50 am

    You’re making me want to go back again! It’s the perfect time of year for Paris. Loving your picks–especially the Ted Baker bow case and the sequined skirt!
    xx

  8. Tamra says

    November 15, 2011 at 10:30 am

    all i want for christmas is a trip to Paris! or at least sometime in 2012. Until then, I’ll take all the above and start on the Paris wife book. :)

  9. Lonely Wife Project says

    November 15, 2011 at 10:43 am

    The Paris Wife is next on my list!

  10. viv says

    November 15, 2011 at 12:29 pm

    I just got back from Paris less than a week ago and can’t stop thinking of when I will be able to go back! Love all your picks :)
    fashiontruffles.blogspot.com

  11. Lauren says

    November 15, 2011 at 1:03 pm

    love everything paris related!

  12. Emily @ Little Bits of Delight says

    November 15, 2011 at 4:06 pm

    Those flats SLAY me! Adorable. I want, I want! ?

  13. Oh, It's Just Perfect! says

    November 15, 2011 at 6:03 pm

    Those Zara flats are so, so, so gorgeous and I need that blouse too!

  14. Megan {Honey We're Home} says

    November 15, 2011 at 6:22 pm

    Oh those black heels!!

  15. Gabrielle | Savvy Home says

    November 15, 2011 at 6:24 pm

    Ohhh what a pretty roundup! I’d love to find a occasion where sequin skirt and chambray shirts are an appropriate attire!

  16. Pui says

    November 15, 2011 at 6:36 pm

    Thank you for including Gramercy & Co. on your French themed inspiration board!

  17. bentley says

    November 15, 2011 at 6:51 pm

    I love all of this! Thanks for the good ideas. xx

  18. Lily says

    November 15, 2011 at 9:00 pm

    I am right there with you…wish I could hop on a plane and spend the holidays in Paris !

    xxLily
    goldandgray.com

  19. Miya @ Design Indulgences says

    November 16, 2011 at 11:29 am

    Capri Italy……or Abu Dubai.

  20. Vanessa Stern says

    November 16, 2011 at 10:12 pm

    Funny, I’ve had Paris and French style on the brain too! Crazy how much we are thinking alike these days!

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