Paris streetwear photos - November 2010
 

Unfortunately, I have done it again -- photographing all of those unsuspecting people going about their business in Paris.

But at least it will answer your questions about what people are wearing at the moment.

All of the photos are here --->
http://tinyurl.com/22qr6ge

Les jeans!!!

BC

Thanks. This is always fun.

I did notice that just about everybody was in jeans, bookchick, except for the "real" business people.

This is just what I needed to see, thanks. Makes packing so much easier for me. And some things I can get when I get there next month, it looks like the weather is what I am use to here in Philadelphia. Thanks

Black boots are always IN! thanks for sharing these, really enjoyable and good to know what is going on. Susan

kerouac - Thanks, it is nice to show my students what the real people wear in Paris.

tC

Great people watching, thanks.

Remember a few years ago, when people here were advised that nobody wears jeans in Paris?

Looks similar to NYC actually except I didn't see anyone texting - you can't walk three feet here in NYC without walking into somebody who's stopped to text... ;-)
Nice photos, thanks!

I also didn't see many people smiling much..not a happy lot of folks!

BC

I've been across the country many times and jeans were always everywhere. Notice several women where wearing uggs. When I reported that,they laughed. They have been in the shoe boutiques for a few years.

Kerouac, your photos illustrate an essential skill for dressing in Paris: The twist of the scarf. Both men and women enliven their garb with scarves, the accessory of choice from September until the spring flowers are in full bloom. The drape and twist express dash, zest, chic, distinction. Women preparing for more formal settings may expand to a full silk shawl, as carefully wrapped as any designer cut.
A scarf is essential for the timeless leather jacket, too. Oh yes,it's handy in the damp chill of the darker months.
Travellers worried about fitting in should stop first at a fancy department story or the Monoprix around the corner to pick out something snazzy, then look around the streets to see how its worn. It's a souvenir that will last.

I am SO glad I found some DARK, COMFORTABLE shoes to replace the white running shoes I was forced to wear (foot problem) for several years! And I've been buying a scarf here and there. Now, except for the big camera, map, and puzzled looks I will blend in!
This is great, thank you for doing this. You really got a good variety of subjects.

This is one reason why I love Paris---jeans, a cool jacket, and a fabulous scarf. For dinner anywhere, Black! I can go to fabulous places in black slacks(cut perfectly and expensive of course), a beautiful black top, with a gorgeous scarf, pin, or jewelery. What does this mean? Carry-on, no check-thru, no waiting.

After years of traveling with too many bags, ours were lost, and I managed in France for 2 weeks with just a carry-on(I do pack my carry-on well). Since then I like the freedom of less to choose from.

These photos from keroac affirm my decision. Nobody cares what you wear---just look presentable.

I noticed that in the first batch of pictures the boots were lower-heeled and looked more comfortable. Then there was another group where the heels were higher and the people seemed to be wearing business attire. Then a group of people wearing white sneakers. It looked really cold out. The few women not wearing heavy tights with their skirts made me feel cold on their behalf. And look at all those jeans! Those yellow pants defy comment.

And just in case there's an impromptu funeral, we'll all be ready.

Yes, bluzmama, the first batch of photos (taken from above) are the people in my neighborhood, which is not a big area of office workers -- or at least not fancy offices. People dress much more for comfort.

In my office neighborhood, most of the women have a second pair of shoes (or more) at work to get out of those boots!

Love it! Hope you'll do it again in April for Spring! Thanks.

These photo threads are so great, even if they don't surprise me. Well maybe some of the high heels surprise me. I have never understood the reason that they exist.

"I confess that I had no intention of doing such a thread again, but since there have been specific requests"

kerouac, a lot of us enjoy this kind of thread, please don't stop doing it. I just got home from Paris and I am so depressed! I want to be back soon.

Thanks again for taking the time to indulge us.

Like seeing swing coats back in style.

Yes please kerouac, continue to post these. I love looking at them and just thinking "wish I were there". And they ARE helpful to anyone who, like me, may be a bit fashion-challenged...

Thanks for posting this, Kerouac. We are always afraid of underdressing in Paris and so, tend to over dress. This is actually helpful and I agree that the yellow pants defy words!
Cafe goddess, we leave in a month and are also dreading the depression we think will be headed our way upon our return (and then the bills will come)!

For anyone "intimidated" or "awed" or "fashion-challenged" by the idea of Paris street fashion --these photos should make you NOT any of these.

Thanks. Really enjoyed.

Thanks, Kerouac, for the "slice of life" photos!

Kerouac, thanks! But so much for the Paris chic. Jeans, jeans and more jeans. Are you sure this isn't downtown Chi-town?

Thanks kerouac, I am sure I will blend in this January in Paris. I have a black car coat, dark skinny jeans, nice leather black boots, leather black bag (messenger style). Also have a collection of beautiful pashminas (many bought in Florence) - just perfect!

I wear a lot of scarves, but I now want scarf-tying lessons. Thanks for posting!

denisea,

I am jealous, are you spending christmas in Paris? Please have some hot chocolate for me. I have been avoiding Angelina all these years (I was afraid of the calories), I broke down last Wednesday and walked to Angelina from St. Germaine and tasted heaven in a cup. I can't believe i waited all these years to have hot chocolate in Paris.

Don't have hot chocolate at Fauchon, their hot chocolate was gross!

Have a wonderful time!

LOVED IT!! Thanks for taking the time to do this. Now I can show my daughter what they wear and that she doesn't need a new wardrobe for our trip in December.

Moongirl, I agree. I would also love scarf tying lessons.

I'm so excited!!!!!

http://www.suite101.com/content/how-...a-scarf-a85209

there are vids if you google how to tie a scarf and if You have an Hermes near you. they have booklets

I recently came across this website in a newspaper her in Australia:

www.youtube.com/thelibertyoflondon . . . now that I've learned from this lovely french lady, I feel my scarves look a lot more chic!

Unfortunately this lesson appeared after my recent trip to Paris, but there's always next time to practice for. Di

They are saying that it might snow by the end of the week. If so, I might do a short sequel to show how Parisians look when they are <b>really</b> covered up.

Give me one snow day while I am there, think it would be beautiful...just one day..lol

Wow... They are dressed like, well, people. I thought that all Parisians dressed like models?

Snow is definitely on the way...!

Love it! Thanks kerouac. So interesting...

Thanks, I hope you continue with these threads.

Love it, Kerouac! It's always fun to follow your threads.

Very much like NYC - I was going to say except for uggs until one did turn up. Still, every 2nd female under the age of 25 in NYC wears them, which is about the only noticeable style difference I see between the 2 cities.

Paule