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Jump, Jump for Joy


It’s summertime in Paris and dressing is easy if you’re wearing one of the new jumpsuits (combishorts)! And I’m not the only one who is feeling its carefree vibe.

Girls all over the city are wearing the super cute one-piece garments. On cold and rainy days here, they pair them with black leggings. But it’s the perfect summertime outfit because the slouchy fit is loose and airy, and the fabric is lightweight—freeing me up to daydream. When it’s hot, you don’t want ask yourself how to dress. If you have a jumpsuit, you just jump in! Summer is when (if you feel like it) you can wear outfits that you might not dare put on the rest of the year.

Love at first sight
By the way, I found my jumpsuit at Monoprix (similar to Target and Marks & Spencer)! Selling everything from food, to sunglasses, cosmetics, and clothing, this place is one-stop shopping and a definite must-see if you visit Paris.

There’s at least one Monoprix in each arrondissement. I found the sandales at my new favorite shoe shop, Texto, which I discovered few weeks ago. They also sell the ballet slippers that we French girls love.

This has been Fatou reporting from Paris! Be a tourist in your own city and have a blast!

My Outfit »

Like a Butterfly

Why this works?
Immediately after slipping on my combishorts (or jumping in!), I feel happy, bold and beautiful. It transforms me on the inside and out. Maybe it’s the act of jumping that reminds me of past holidays and vacations? The good feeling is contagious and motivating. All at once, I fall in love again with my cobble stone surroundings, much like a tourist. With new eyes and strappy sandales, I tour my city and see its beauty everywhere.

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