Bring Paris and Rome to you
Sometimes you just want a free getaway you know. Like anywhere in the world, free getaway. But free getaways are very rare. And since I’m on a budget, a pay my own way getaway isn’t happening anytime soon. So, how do we solve this? How about bringing the vacation to you?
Okay, you might be laughing right now. Everytime I heard “bring the vacation to you” I would laugh too. But I started to really think about this idea. What is stopping us from bringing a vacation to us? Think about it. Why can’t you wear that vacation outfit? It deserves to be worn if you are out and about or staying right at home.
So, I propose you pick your favorite city or cities in the world. Destinations that you always wanted to go and want to go to in the future. Pick a day or a weekend to bring that city to you. For example, I took the challenge of thinking of ways to bring Paris and Rome to me.
Paris
Bonjour! Let’s start with fashion shall we? I love how French style is known for being simple, elegant and chic. I would choose a beautiful olive green satin maxi skirt and a sleeveless creamy mockneck. Then, I would pair it with some white trainers. Finally, I would finish off the outfit with my favorite fragrance. Now, this is an outfit I would love to wear on the streets of Paris.
Next, I would make a small cup of coffee and put on an Ella Fitzgerald for an elegant, jazzy Parisian feel. And I couldn’t forget to make chocolate croissants. I know when I finally eat a pain au chocolate in Paris outside at a cafe it will be a dream.
Then, I would take the rest of the day with no rush. Maybe I would pick up my favorite flowers and take in a late afternoon stroll to my favorite playlist. At the end of the day, I would top it off with freshly popped popcorn and a film like Sabrina, Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris or Monte Carlo, to take in all the sights that France has to offer.
Rome
Ciao! If I am traveling around Rome, then I am definitely wearing something with vibrant color. How about an orange cinnamon linen sundress. Something light but earthly and fresh. Now, for shoes I am wearing two sets on that day. One beautiful neutral heeled sandal for evening and you guessed a pair of white trainers for day. Why? Because for me, comfort comes first.
Now, I am all dressed up to make a beautiful cappuccino. While I sip on my cappuccino, I could make a delicious frittata or a dreamy brioche. The smell of freshly baked pastries are one of the best in the world. Either one I choose for breakfast, it is going to be amazing.
Then, I would slow down the rest of the day. Maybe I would try a new gelato flavor and sit on a bench in a park to read my favorite book. To end the day, I would prepare some delicious pizza or pasta and watch a film or show like Roman Holiday, Summertime, Searching for Italy orThe Lizzie McGuire Movie, to see all the history and architecture that makes the city so breathtaking to see.
Getaways are about taking that time just for you. A time to relax and unwind. Find a day or weekend to bring the getaway to you. You deserve it.
In the comments down below, write the city or cities you would like to bring to you. Write down some of the activities you could envision for your day or weekend