Look Sharp, Sconnie - Midwestern Fashion Nerd, Chronic Over-thinker

Nerd's eye view.

I'd like to think that by Sunday, when I leave Paris, I'll have learned all of the secrets. 
All of the vintage nooks, the special "non-touristy" tourist destinations, the cheapest coffees, the cutest waiters, the oldest buildings ... the things that any self-respecting Parisian would claim to know.
But then again, what fun would it be if I didn't leave some things to be discovered? For example, at this moment, I believe I've found the best lookout spot in the city. 
Tables for lounging, food for eating, railings for leaning, pigeons for scavenging  -  the whole shebang. True, the Eiffel Tower may offer a more spectacular angle - and Sacre Coeur a more all-encompassing vantage point, but there's something to be said for the priceless (but very pricey) combination of clothing and culture offered by the Printemps terrace.
jacket, shirt: vintage, pants: Current Elliot, shoes: Franco Sarto, backpack: Longchamps, glasses: Anthropologie
After nine floors of far-fetched fineries, tear-jerking tapestry boots, and enough leather to clothe a cattle calvary, a little perspective is just what the psychiatrist ordered. 

But I'm guessing there's another secret little perch just waiting to be found.
And conquered. 
By me. 
I'm such an American.  


Cheers. 
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4 comments:

  1. GraceAugust 3, 2012 at 3:30 PM

    This was a great post! Your blog is one of my favorites to read because I wish I could live in France, your blog is like my gateway to it :)

    Grace
    http://gracep-photos.blogspot.com

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  2. Votre AmieAugust 3, 2012 at 6:41 PM

    Paris is as beautiful as ever - I adore your grey denim with the subtle accents of the printed blouse and green jacket and even the tiny splash of color on your glasses. Subtle and totally Parisian chic!
    x
    www.iloveublank.blogspot.com

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  3. UnknownAugust 4, 2012 at 12:16 AM

    I am so sad to hear you are leaving Paris. I have really really enjoyed living vicariously through you and your travels! Undoubtedly you have discovered all the best spots but without question you will come back in a few years to find that they have changed/disappeared or are simply just not how you remembered them :(. But that makes discovering new spots all the more fun!

    Anna
    stylescreed.blogspot.com

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  4. CollectionsAugust 4, 2012 at 7:47 PM

    nooo can't believe you're leaving! I've been loving these posts, looks like it's been an amazing trip. LOVE your blouse btw.

    Sheinside GIVEAWAY

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