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5 Parisian Inspired Summer Essentials

I've recently been so inspired by the "vintage, French" persona, and when I say inspired, I mean obsessed. I'm constantly looking at furniture, magazines, and blogs that all emulate the feeling of Parisian. One of my favorites currently is NYC Bambi and Adenorah. I'm not going anywhere too crazy this summer, so aspirational dressing is fulfilling the longing, if I'm being honest. I've looked high and low everywhere for my favorite french-inspired pieces, and I found my favorite investment and high-street options for you guys. (Women and Men, YAS!) I can also say, the thrift store is an amazing place to find some really cool items for this vibe! There's so many romantic tops, silk, linens, and vintage leather shoes to be found! 

 

Sunday plan 🌸

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Men's Investment Option 

You guys will notice I have a lot of neutral options in the mix! Khaki and natural always look good with any leather and will go with almost any piece in your current wardrobe! A great pair of swimmies with a beach bag is also perfect to carry a bottle of champagne to the French Riviera beach you're dreaming of. Can you feel the sand in your toes?

Women's Invest Option

A beautiful top that can be worn to the beach and out at night is a must for any mademoiselle. The cover up/blouse pairs perfectly with staple heals or a beaded bag. There's a gold coin, of course. 

Men's High-Street Option

There are also many lower end options that are great additions for your wardrobe and can be more useable than some items I listed above! Dad jeans for instance, they will always look amazing with sneakers or sandals and a black belt. Tuck any shirt in and you immediately look cool. 

Women's High-Street Option

Lots of high-street brands are also going for a Parisian chic vibe! They have gorgeous romantic tops in many colors as well as some puffy-sleeve-dress-of-your-dream realness. Don't forget to pick up the perfect beach to drinks bag. 


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The Story of My Saved Folder

I'm taking some major inspo from this article on Man Repeller, today. After reading the post, I started to think about what exactly my saved photos said about me and my thoughts while collecting them to the relatively new feature. Like the article said, after removing yourself from the app, you realize your favorite photos were not taken for or of you, so what's the point? Obviously, we all love good content, but do the saved photos have a connection with one another? Is it the start of building an aesthetic, or even finding your indentity? While this may be a stretch, I don't think it's wrong to believe we are shaped by our surroundings. In today's time, aren't we all surrounded by social media? Boom. I rest my case. Whether this is bad or good, let's explore my little saved folder and uncover some magical meanings of some of my favorite photos I've seen on Instagram. 

 

#1.  

I saved this for pure aesthetic reasons. Hell, I hate grapefruit, but this is just a pure vibe. I'm trying to think of where or what I was doing when I clicked the save option on this one. Almost 100% sure I was dreaming of some cafe I haven't been to. I can almost see the killer Parisian outfits.  

Good morning to this cup of espresso only

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1,550 Likes, 33 Comments - nicholas (@cholpak) on Instagram: "Good morning to this cup of espresso only"

#2

This one is straightforward. I need a new haircut. Preferably somewhere between this and Zack Morris from Saved By the Bell. Summer blonde highlights, anyone? I'm for sure wanting to switch it up this Summer and have some fun. Hopefully, it won't be anything too drastic. I'm only trying to turn a few heads. 

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1,578 Likes, 25 Comments - Ollie Cooke (@ollie.cooke) on Instagram

#3

Oh what I'd do for freckles and a smile like this. I had to log this one because the pure joy from this little angel is the only way I'm trying to be this Summer! Maybe I'll get some rosy cheeks in the process.

4,450 Likes, 36 Comments - nadine ijewere (@nadineijewere) on Instagram: "Beautiful @salemmitchell for @allure April skin issue - Stylist - @cocostyle1 Prop stylist -..."

#4

Men with bags? #love It's 2018 and time to get over stigmas around fashion. Can I get an amen? Also, I'm loving the chicness of layering but with no sleeves. Maybe this will be the perfect look. I mean, it looks breezy, no sleeves, and you can shed a layer. 

220 Likes, 9 Comments - Lazué Hai Trieu (@lazue.haitrieu) on Instagram: "Mai Le chụp em dáng mời-anh-xơi 🍑 @maile212 - #vivelaVANITE #fashionblogger"

#5

Straw hats are currently speaking to me. Honestly, they're yelling at me. If you follow my instagram, I'm sure you've noticed.  I'm dying to get my hands on one that's a little nicer than the current one I have. This could possibly be why I pinned (not to be confused with Pinterest actions) the grapefruit and espresso. I might not be the typical French Riviera type, but honey, I can try. 

Living the dream ☀️🖤

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3,461 Likes, 49 Comments - Beatrice Gutu (@beatrice.gutu) on Instagram: "Living the dream ☀️🖤"

#6

Another trend I can't quite get over. Checks. I am still dying to get my hands on a matching suit set. However, no ordinary set. I'm thinking this one from Maison Margiela will do just the trick, or maybe even some classic preppy realness from Thom Browne.

16.8k Likes, 80 Comments - Maison Margiela (@maisonmargiela) on Instagram: "Tartan tailored suit from our Spring-Summer 2018 Men's Pre-Collection is featured with metallic..."

#7

I've also been eyeing any indoor space. I move apartments at the end of July, and I am dying to buy furniture and decor. I'm loving the vibe below so much, I've even started including more natural tones in my wardrobe. I want all black still, but brown and cognac are slowly creeping into my closet and, possibly, my house. 

8,663 Likes, 93 Comments - Christie Tyler (@nycbambi) on Instagram: "Haven't posted the living room in a while because there is not much to update on 🤷🏼‍♀️ I love this..."

#8

O' how days in the sun thrill me. I'm 100% down to recreate a similar photo, maybe even add a bottle of Veuve for the extra panache. Now, I just need to expedite my summer body regime and a speedo. We'll see how this one goes, but don't be on the lookout! 

Luego me quedé dormido al sol 😬

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3,352 Likes, 55 Comments - Alejandro Q. (@alejandro.quesada) on Instagram: "Luego me quedé dormido al sol 😬"

#9

Here is some more decor inspo. I mean come on, why is my current situation not like this? I'll take everything and add a plant or two. I also never thought I'd love this much brown. I'm sure I can't get any of these items, but it's posts like this that keep me on top of my "Wayfair shopping" game. 

Home ✨ @boconceptfrance #sofa

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20.4k Likes, 142 Comments - Adenorah (@adenorah) on Instagram: "Home ✨ @boconceptfrance #sofa"

#10

The final of my saved photos has come. I obviously have many, many, many more, but all I have to say about this one is, Ciao Bello!

🖤

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11.1k Likes, 121 Comments - Mary L Jean (@maryljean) on Instagram: "🖤"

I've come to the conclusion, our saved Instagram photos definitely resemble some aesthetic or lifestyle we are striving for or love the idea of. Mine, in particular, say that I am a fashion lover who wants to go to school for interior design and do all my homework in a Parisian cafe, all while pretending I like grapefruit. What does your saved folder say about you?