I'm a terrible vacation planner. From picking a location to booking the flight and hotel, I can't seem to get it together. Don't get me wrong, I love to travel and have been lucky enough to visit many a delightful destination from Italy to Morocco and Hawaii. And luckily, I have friends who do the heavy lifting itinerary wise while I get by weighing in on easy decisions like choosing between restaurants and noting the can't-miss sights (as if they weren't obvious).
Shockingly, I'm also a terrible packer. I hate it. Can't stand it. Have considered paying someone to do it for me — OK, not really, but I've come dangerously close. I'm not someone who plans my outfits in advance. Sure, I'll have a few ideas floating around in my head after scanning my calendar and the weather for the week. But other than that, I leave it until the morning of and more often than not, I change my mind about something, be it the outfit entirely or a swift switch-up of accessories. Call me indecisive, but that's just how I operate. This all makes packing vacation outfits [1] one of the most excruciating tasks, no matter how excited I am about a trip.
But I want to change. While I won't become a full-fledged travel agent overnight, I do think I can master the art of the pack. Why now? Because I'm heading to Paris next month and want to feel like my most stylish self in the City of Light.
From outfits suited for aimless strolls and sightseeing to casual-chic dinner attire and a daytime look for a jaunt to Giverny, ahead are five outfits I'm packing for my Parisian vacation, featuring my favorite new pieces from the POPSUGAR collection at Kohl's [2]. And for more outfit ideas you can wear on vacation, for date night, and everything in between, head over to The Outfit Bar at Kohl's [3], where you'll find affordable, easy-to-wear looks to live in all Summer.
POPSUGAR Blazer
With plans to wake up early and spend hours strolling the street of Paris, I know I'll need at least one layered look to get me through chilly mornings and warmer afternoons. This lightweight POPSUGAR Blazer [4] ($64) is the perfect transitional piece in a linen blend, which I'll be styling over an easy slip dress with slip-on sandals, a sleek shoulder bag, and sunglasses.
Silk Laundry 90s Silk Slip Dress
Silk Laundry 90s Silk Slip Dress [5] ($170)
Meadowlark Baroque Necklace
Meadowlark Baroque Necklace [6] ($1,189)
Dear Frances Breeze Sandal
Dear Frances Breeze Sandal [7] ($295)
Cuyana Croc-Embossed Half-Moon Mini Bag
Cuyana Croc-Embossed Half-Moon Mini Bag [8] ($395)
Victoria Beckham Small Bevelled Square Horn
Victoria Beckham Small Bevelled Square Horn [9] ($940)
POPSUGAR Wrap Jumpsuit
For a day trip to Giverny, I'll be leaning into the floral theme with this daisy-print POPSUGAR Wrap Jumpsuit [10] ($68) with feminine flutter sleeves. To keep the mood light, a small straw bag, barely-there sandals [11], and sharp sunnies are idyllic accents.
Pamela Munson The Bea Bag
Pamela Munson The Bea Bag [12] ($325)
Zara Strappy Mid-Heel Leather Sandals
Zara Strappy Mid-Heel Leather Sandals [13] ($80)
Marni Eyewear Geometric Sunglasses
Marni Eyewear Geometric Sunglasses [14] ($370)
Sarah Chloe Classic Baguette Diamond Studs
Sarah Chloe Classic Baguette Diamond Studs [15] ($175)
POPSUGAR Puff-Sleeve Button-Down Top
I've been obsessed with this POPSUGAR Puff-Sleeve Button-Down Top [16] ($26, originally $44) since it launched earlier this month (hot tip: the voluminous trend isn't going anywhere, so get involved if you haven't already) and can't wait to wear it with high-waisted jeans, a wide-brim straw hat, and block-heel sandals for an afternoon in the Tuileries Garden.
Eve Denim Charlotte Culotte Raw Denim
Eve Denim Charlotte Culotte Raw Denim [17] ($295)
Janessa Leone Lucie Hat
Janessa Leone Lucie Hat [18] ($207)
Danse Lente Margot Leather & Genuine Shearling Tote Bag
Danse Lente Margot Leather & Genuine Shearling Tote Bag [19] ($560)
Illesteva Marianne Cat-Eye Striped Acetate and Gold-Tone Sunglasses
Illesteva Marianne Cat-Eye Striped Acetate and Gold-Tone Sunglasses [20] ($190)
By Far Tanya Leather Mules
By Far Tanya Leather Mules [21] ($370)
Mejuri Crescent Midi Hoops
Mejuri Crescent Midi Hoops [22] ($65)
POPSUGAR High-Waisted Kick Flare Jeans
Parisian women are known for exuding easy chic and I plan to emulate such a vibe at night for drinks and dinner with these POPSUGAR High-Waisted Kick Flare Jeans [23] ($25, originally $50). For a semi-showy statement, I'll pair them with a voluminous poplin top, sculptural heels, a sleek bag, and a chain-link necklace.
STAUD Luna Ruffled Cotton-Blend Poplin Blouse
STAUD Luna Ruffled Cotton-Blend Poplin Blouse [24] ($225)
Cult Gaia Eden Leather Sandals
Cult Gaia Eden Leather Sandals [25] ($400)
IMAGO-A Leather Lucite-Buckle Mini Shoulder Bag
IMAGO-A Leather Lucite-Buckle Mini Shoulder Bag [26] ($345)
Vita Fede Marianne Necklace
Vita Fede Marianne Necklace [27] ($115)
POPSUGAR Stripe Puff-Sleeve Top
Is it evident I'm very into the puffy-sleeve top [28] trend? As my version of a t-shirt-and-jeans outfit, I'll be teaming this darling POPSUGAR Stripe Puff-Sleeve Top [29] ($44) with cropped, lightweight trousers for a day in Le Marais. I'll reach for flat sandals, a textured cross-body bag, and cat-eye sunglasses to finish (which, I'll totally be rocking with a cute chain strap!).
Lacausa Clothing Lola Trousers
Lacausa Clothing Lola Trousers [30] ($165)
Dolce Vita Isala Sandals
Dolce Vita Isala Sandals [31] ($70)
Loewe Gate Small Woven Raffia and Leather Shoulder Bag
Loewe Gate Small Woven Raffia and Leather Shoulder Bag [32] ($2,350)
Le Specs Beautiful Stranger Sunglasses
Le Specs Beautiful Stranger Sunglasses [33] ($69)
Le Specs Gold Hollow Rope Sunglass Chain
Le Specs Gold Hollow Rope Sunglass Chain [34] ($15)