I Had a Deal of a Day in France and Italy

 

I sure do love les soldes.

I grew up in a household that talked a lot about deals (thanks dad!). I get a thrill waiting for one, spotting one, angling for one, and finally getting one.

Thus, on my recent trip to Europe, I was geeked for the July sales.

My year-long shopping hiatus was fini and I had money burning in my pockets.

Although I could have used a few more hours to dive into full-on shopping mode on the rue de Rennes and in the Marais neighborhood, I took inventory before leaving the US of A and was quick to find my favorite shops on the march.

I snagged a stylish scarf from a street vendor in Florence that I wore the next day in Nice, France.

 

 

I snuck into my newish go-to store while my students were across the street savoring the macarons from Pierre Hermé.

 

 

I fell for la mode at Comptoir des Cotonniers in 2012 and am begging for more each time I return to France.

It’s a little pricier, but the pieces are statement, of quality, and when on sale … watch out. My mom’s friend would be happy to know that stopped by on Bastille Day (aka Best Deal Day).  I bought a reversible skirt and stepped out outside my standard style and snagged a dress of my mom’s liking (black and blue with bits of leather – I’m thinking Anniversary dinner!).

Kookaï was my favorite store in high school. It’s where our French exchange students bought their gingham oxfords and introduced us to our inner French girls.

 

 

I bought a fun pair of high-heel sandals at Minelli, but I also like the shoes here:

 

 

J’aime les soldes.

 

 

As tempted as I was with the 7-euro price tag, I resisted this gem I found at Mango …

 

 

In the end, my favorite purchases were not on sale.

I acquired two bracelets – one in Vatican City and one in Nice – that I quite love and haven’t taken off since purchase. The black bracelet is in French – une belle vie – and translates to a beautiful life.

 

 

P.S. I’ll share some pics of the adventures soon. I’m sinking into summer break with my girls, so it may not be quick. Hope you are enjoying summer!

Ciao.

Rudey

 

2 Responses to “I Had a Deal of a Day in France and Italy”

1. The Champa Tree July 24, 2015

   Loved that tee you are flaunting up there 😉

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• Rudey's Room July 24, 2015

  Thanks! Which one?

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