Travelling to Paris this spring? What I'd pack (from someone who lives here)

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Spring in Paris is notoriously unpredictable - one day it’s mild and sunny, the next all grey skies, torrential rain and gusts of wind blowing down the boulevards. Last week was a perfect example. Still, this article will lean on the side of optimism.

Whatever brings you to Paris, one thing is certain: you will walk. A lot. So make comfort a priority. There is nothing less chic (in my opinion) than hobbling across Parisian (or any city) streets in shoes that rub, or stopping every ten minutes to apply plasters to your heels (I have done it and don’t recommend). ‘Dad’ sandals, trainers, or a good pair of flats - loafers or ballerinas - will safely see you through a few days in the French capital, feet unharmed.

Now, a classic trench is undeniably Parisian, and I’m not telling you to leave yours at home - it’s the perfect cover-up when the rain arrives (if it’s scheduled to, do pack one), and this one is my current favourite because the funnel neck keeps you far warmer than a standard trench silhouette. But rather than going over old ground and telling you what you’ve probably read a hundred times in Paris packing articles, I want to highlight a few other jacket styles and clothing items that will keep your outfit fresh and give it that elusive touch of je ne sais quoi.

*Everything in the collage is linked underneath each outfit when you scroll down

The building blocks - everything mentioned in this article, in one place.

These are the pieces that will be mixed and remixed across the six outfits below: