Weekend Tidbits

Cappuccino, Panama, Ikat, and Ines de la Fressange on a rainy Sunday morning.

Scored some good finds at a flea market, also on a rainy Sunday morning.

A sporty 1st birthday bash and a break-in of the polka-dotted rubber boots.

It was a Father's Day weekend and it came with an extra day free of work, which now feels like a little too short. It rained most days hence we didn't really get to do much outdoors. 

Ines de la Fressange is my constant companion nowadays. You know, despite the not-so-good reviews online, it's actually a fun read. J' adore! Merci, National Bookstore! 

There was also some breaking-in that happened. Such as those boots which she insisted on wearing and the Ikat scarf which I've been wanting to bring out so it can see the light of day, or lack thereof. 

All in all it was a fun weekend well-spent with our most favorite guy in the world. 

Fantasy Closet {Parisian Chic}

While we're at it, might as well try one of Ines' Parisian Chic tips today. An evening dress with a straw bag in lieu of the ubiquitous gold clutch is refreshing. Kick off the pumps and let some bejeweled flat sandals do the talking (and the walking). 

Throw on a not-so-classic leopard lined blazer and finish off with a good dose of charm and confidence. You might just get a little bit of that je ne c'est quoi these French girls have going on.

The Elements:

1.  Zimmerman Noir Gold Tube Maxi Dress
2. OQ Black Blazer 
3. Topshop Cram Straw Woven Twist Lock Purse
4. Giuseppe Zanotti Embellished Sandals 
5. Mark Davis Lucy Ring
6. YSL Paris EDT

Parisian Chic

I hardly have time to catch up on my reads, but this one falls under collection pieces, that's nice to have and go back to every once on awhile especially when you're a lover of all things Parisian. 

French model Ines de la Fressange is sharing priceless styling tips on effortless glamour in this must-have style guide. Truly a purveyor of Parisian chic, her do's and dont's come with charming drawings by Ines herself.

(via Lonny)

My favorite tips are number 1 and number10. What's yours?

10. Jeans with gem-encrusted sandals (not sneakers)

1. An evening dress with a straw handbag (not with a gold clutch)

Moi, 4 years ago in Paris, pre-Mischka, sans the Parisian Chic Style Guide. 

I absolutely love Paris. I am crossing my fingers I get to go back and when I do, I'm bringing my petite fille with me. 

The Parisian Chic Style Guide is available via Amazon.