BARON Y skirt and jacket, CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN fifi pumps
After a frustratingly long eurostar train ride (a guy brought a WW2 bomb onto the train and they had to dismantle it before it could leave) we finally made it back to London early this morning. Pictures and posts to follow from the wedding.
We managed to squeeze in some shopping time. Above are a few of the items we managed to get a hold of, some infamous, some not so much...but equally as beautiful.
I don't own many pairs of Loubous. Though I find the arch of his shoe fabulous, I somehow don't end up buying as much of his stuff as I want to. I dragged Mass to one of his stores on Saturday and got these Fifi's. Been eyeing them for awhile. They're simple, classic, and timeless. Especially the skinny heel and the toe cleavage. Perfection.
Another not so known designer, Baron Y, is a designer we discovered in Le Marais on Sunday. His designs are so unique and one of a kind, it literally flies off shelves (as demonstrated by us clearing out his racks). The above skirt sold me with its volume and chicness. The asymmetrical cut adds so much flare which would match perfectly with a crisp white button up. Mass did the most damage however. He bought the above military/MJ inspired jacket which would look perfect with some bermudas. Not pictured is a pair of trousers he bought that had the most incredible detailing, including ponyhair on the pockets.
ph. by Janet
H&M skirt and blouse, TODS flats, MIU MIU purse, RAYBAN sunnies, KENNETH JAY LANE snake ring, BANANA REPUBLIC purple ring, SHANGHAI lion ring, MARC BY MARC JACOBS leather bracelet, CARTIER watch, GREEK INDEPENDENT DESIGNER necklace gifted from mass from athens
J'absolutely-adore Paris. I'd like to think of it as my 4th home (after Toronto, London, HK). Over my years of residency in London, I've made it there at least once a year. Everytime I go back I fall in love all over again. Maybe it's the language, maybe it's the incredible architecture or culture, maybe it's the butter (I think this could be it), but in the end...I love it more than the first time.
No exception to the rule, I took this trip with one of my gfs for relaxation, cuisine and on every girl's Parisian trip, shopping. And indeed we did. Over the next few posts you'll see some of the items (new and old). One thing we lack in London are fabulous consignment stores. We literally stumbled on dozens of great stores - not just thrift stores - but second hand vintage Chanel pieces that were simply to die for. I was able to purchase a small but fantastic piece - will show you soon!
Above pics are from my favourite area (both to shop and to stay) in Paris - Le Marais. I prefer the northern part because of their independent stores but I soon discovered the delectable bistros/cafes in the southern area thanks to my Parisian veteran friend. It was disgustingly hot in the city which is why my hair was swiftly thrown up each and every day. And can you believe that skirt I found at H&M for £10?
Have a great start to the week and hope everyone in TO is safe and sound from the earthquake and the summit.
Bisous xx
