Pre-Departure Purchases: Week One

So, I can't believe it but I leave for Paris in a little under 15 weeks. About once a week I have an ah-ha, revelation moment where the reality of my adventure sets in. It's usually at work and I will suddenly blurt out "Oh my god, I'm going to Paris in three months!" As I prepare for the amazing adventure that lies ahead I am collecting things that will be necessary while I am romping around Paris. First thing that I checked off of my checklist: a new wallet. I love my sparkly, gold wallet that I bought in NYC last summer but I broke the zipper about two weeks after returning to Santa Barbara. Lame. However, I found a darling, vintage French travel wallet that I absolutely adore. And it was only $17 on Etsy! Check it out: 

I can't wait to put my passport, train tickets and Euros in this beautiful clutch/travel wallet while exploring Europe. I'll have more pre-departure goodies each week so stay tuned! 

XOXO.

Haut Pants

My new favorite (and budget friendly) hobby: transforming vintage Levi jeans into high-waisted denim shorts. After two trips to the Goodwill, I have accumulated quite an impressive wardrobe of cutoff shorts. It feels great to recycle clothes and bring an 80's dimension into my summer wardrobe. 

Red denim Levi's transformed into high waisted shorts. Bring
it on summer. 

Down Time

About a month ago, I went wild with online shopping. After having my appendix removed and therefore being confined to a bed or couch for ten days, scouring the internet for new items was about all I was able to do. Luckily, I was up and about within two weeks to sport my finds. These are two of my newest, favoritest items: Urban Outfitters Ruffle Mini Dress and Seychelles Hawke Wedges.

This dress is unbelievably comfortable and flattering. And I lasted all night in these sky-high wedges while we celebrated darling Sam's 21st birthday. Moral of the story: some down time can lead to a great dress and perfect dancing shoes, adding up to an ideal outfit for ringing in 21 years with amazing friends. Who could ask for more?