Even at age 14, my parents had me dressing in pant suits, nice shoes and a camel wool coat while I was in Paris and Versailles during winter. Nowadays, my backpack (with zipper locks) is used strictly as a carry-on while flying to my destination. After that, it stays in the hotel room until it's time to fly home. While wandering the city, a tiny cross-body purse can hold essentials without screaming "tourist!" I love the non-flashy, chic and elegant style of French women.
@alyeska13203 ай бұрын
I watch a lot of videos on this topic because I travel alone so much, and this one is really great! I’m so glad you mentioned the fact that people are more likely to be targeted if they have logos. The wealthiest people I know do not wear obvious logos and definitely wear things with understated elegance, and that’s in Europe and the US and Canada. They do not want people to know they have money, and they’re never targeted. Brilliant advice, Alice! Thank you.
@renferal52903 ай бұрын
I went to Paris for the first time last year, and loved it. The people were so kind and friendly to me. I was on my own and felt very safe. I am going back in a couple months. Every time I go to Europe, I really do my best to blend in and be respectful.
@thehilaryglow29 күн бұрын
They'll be very friendly unless you're Jewish
@GhGh-16 күн бұрын
I lived their 10 years, people were so nice to me and never felt unsafe, so many stereotypes
@karencarlson31043 ай бұрын
Fantastic advice. Last time I was in Paris a young French woman approached me to ask for directions in the Latin Qtr. I was flattered she thought I was French! I was in jeans, simple top and trench coat. Excellent video Alice, thanks very much.
@ashleesimons9813 ай бұрын
I don’t like a lot of KZfaqrs, but I’ve watched almost everyone of her videos!! I have notes on them for when I go shopping in Paris at the end of the month. 😂😂😂 She delivers so much information without being snotty, she’s just like this is it!! I love she doesn’t love designer brands!! Her great bags video that are French made and but not designer! I love it!! So helpful!!
@fishandfloral3 ай бұрын
When we arrived back to the US from Paris and was deplaning, a fellow traveler wished me a good time while here visiting. It took everything in me to not respond merci. 😆 I love Parisian style!
@melmel49432 ай бұрын
sorry I'm from nyc and everyone uses backpacks and totes for School, work, to carry stuff that doesn't fit in a cross body like an umbrella. no one is wearing New balance or converse because they are cheap looking. Also no one is wearing white sneakers because they will get dirty and who is wearing that when it's raining all the time in Pari? lol that's silly. I used a backpack, tote and crossbody depending what I was doing in Paris. I wore black water proof nike sneakers to get around and slipped on nicer shoes when I entered restaurants. Sometimes you have to choose comfort over pain.
@heidismith36783 ай бұрын
I am American and I never wear a backpack or bag on my back, I am waaaaaaaay too paranoid to do this. I always wear a shoulder bag and I have the bag where I can see it at all times generally with my hand over it lol.
@ccgreene13 ай бұрын
Absolument! Right after I watched this I went to the pharmacy. THREE people were wearing Crocs and two girls were wearing pajama bottoms with giant logo college sweatshirts. It was hell trying not to laugh!
@alicjafic8933 ай бұрын
I think you should push your lawmakers to make your country safer instead of talking how to dress so we are not robbed. Tourist should be able to dress how they please and not "camouflage " .Tourism brings big money to Europe .
@lindaMinister3 ай бұрын
True
@adriennefo643 ай бұрын
Wow and they say the US isn’t safe but we don’t have to sew our money in our clothes like it’s 1600z
@Iusuallydontcommentbut...3 ай бұрын
I was robbed in my own country. never in vacation. Wear what ever you want ( mybe not high for the cubble stones)just be aware of your surraoundings. And put your valuable tings in your deepest zip pocket. Anyway we can tell by accent if you from europe or not or tourist or not. And Europe is safe just pick pocket is an issue sometimes.
@nuclearclarity37783 ай бұрын
i think both can simultaneously be true. it might not be tourists fault but it’s still smart to know the danger and try to evade it
@YorkshireTeaNBiccies3 ай бұрын
2024 the cost of living is insane. People are desperate. New York and London are just as dangerous like all major cities in economic downturns. This is just smart advice. I’m a Brit and wouldn’t go to London rn for anything!
@annbressie86153 ай бұрын
I do love that you roast Bethaney Frankel LOL
@rosethorn02323 ай бұрын
I wish more people had the mindset to try to blend in when they visit a new place. Personally I think of it as part of the experience.
@hameley12Ай бұрын
Since I was a little girl, my coaches and even my parents would advice us kids, to wear comforatble, classic pieces; in fact, we were encouraged to go clothes shoping with the adults and see what they chose and we'd imitate something similar from the children's section. From clothing, to shoes, to minimal jewelry (girls), electronics (boys), perfumes to even which bag each group should wear without getting any attention. The boys hated men's fragance, so they chose a non-gender neutral body wash for everyday. Each group had and still has their own Go-Go-Bag, in other words, one suitcase, one tote bag with zipper, no more, no less than what you can carry. This is useful espcially if parents wish to travel with their childen and they get agitated having to carry heavy stuff. Now a days there are mini inflatable pillows, mini foldable blankets, something to use on the plane or off the plane. There are minimal ways to hide your credit cards and cash if you dont want to carry a million things while traveling through the busy airport or the streets of country you are visiting. It's a matter of looking up those minimal items online.
@ShlomoBerggruen3 ай бұрын
can't count how many Chanel Bags I have seen in your example pictures/clips.. and you too are wearing Chanel bag and Chanel shoes on your clips 'what to wear' to blend in... so what is true?
@patpatmoomoo55243 ай бұрын
Save yourself money and go for niche or lesser known brands. Alice is a fashionista so I presume her world revolves around all fashion; I imagine she might accessorize with high end items when attending really nice social gatherings rather than just walking from point A to Point B in Paris…. For us folks looking to make the most of what we have, keep it simple. Unless you want to splurge! Then go for it!
@aesinam3 ай бұрын
You can wear those bags if you want but just be aware of your surroundings
@FeirinhadaLe_naMeiaIdadeАй бұрын
funny fact: I’m Brazilian and live in Switzerland for almost 3 decades, and most of things you mentioned are exactly what locals wear! We are so close but so far apart…
@WolfGan01783 ай бұрын
When I visited Italy, when I wasn't hanging around my parents (they screamed American tourists lol) I had a guy come up and start talking to me in Italian, he just assumed I was also Italian. I guess my style when I want to look decent in public is very European haha.
@tynadarco90382 ай бұрын
I am only comfortable wearing a back pack in Japan because it is very very low crime there. Even here in America if I find myself in a city with a backpack I turn it around and carry it in the front.
@kimberlyperrotis89623 ай бұрын
I like a leather small to medium shoulder bag, I don’t really like wearing cross-bodies because they cross my neck, irritating the skin. It’s getting harder and harder to find good shoulder bags, they’re nearly all cross-body these days. I think a handheld bag could be very easily pulled away by a stronger person, plus I like being hands-free.
@edennis85783 ай бұрын
Well, as she pointed out, it depends on whether you want to get robbed or not. Hey, it's your choice. If you wear a hand-held bag, the thing is to carry it in front of you, not at the side. Thieves tend to run up from behind; it's hard for them to grab something that they can't see. For myself, when I'm walking around, I don't carry anything more than I absolutely need, so a wrist bag or a small clutch is enough. Carry it in front of you. I don't attract thieves; maybe they think a small bag isn't worth stealing.
@cocostrayer66673 ай бұрын
How to look European: Never smile. Wear black head to toe, including large knockoff sunglasses.
@AkiUtada3 ай бұрын
That uniqlo fanny pack is everywhere in Europe, even older ladies use it. I don’t think it screams “American tourist”.
@veroniquelauzon28013 ай бұрын
It depends how it is wear. Arou d the waist scream tourists
@CChao-ev9gz3 ай бұрын
Well....Europe is big, look at Germany. You will find locals wearing lots of wrong stuffs which you mentioned here.
@kaledonia19833 ай бұрын
or Norway xD
@tannabanana19713 ай бұрын
I like wearing what I feel good in, and that’s all of the things you say not to wear. Guess I’ll look like a tourist, but I look gooood 😂
@DeeZee-yi7hd3 ай бұрын
You will be definetly be robbed, as you look fine af
@Mistersgoodgirl3 ай бұрын
I keep my crossbody on and in my lap while I eat. I don’t wear anything anyone would want to steal, including my engagement ring, etc. Specifically in churches, it’s disrespectful to wear hats, sleeveless tops and short bottoms. There are signs at the door for all of them asking you not to. Like it or not, you are treated better when you are dressed better. True everywhere in the world.
@alyeska13203 ай бұрын
I never wear my good jewelry either. I switch it out for things that are cheaper in case I should lose it or get robbed. Like she says about wearing the expensive logos, it draws attention if someone is looking to rob you. Why put a target on your back?
@Mistersgoodgirl3 ай бұрын
@@alyeska1320 yup. I have a plain wedding band so I always have a ring I can wear no matter what I’m doing or where I’m going. In general I don’t take anything I’d be devastated to lose, whether by theft or lost/damaged bags.
@alyeska13203 ай бұрын
@@Mistersgoodgirl Exactly! I buy cheap sterling silver bands to wear on the fingers I wear ring so I don’t panic if I feel they’re missing! Ha!
@Mistersgoodgirl3 ай бұрын
@@alyeska1320 maybe o should do that! I do find myself rubbing my fingers where my missing rings are…
@plainoolong3 ай бұрын
Definitely agree with this! I went to Paris in the fall, I wanted to bring only a small amount of clothes, so I did black leather ankle boots, black tweed pants, a black leather crossbody (APC), a tan trench coat, and navy, maroon, beige, and red tshirts. It was really easy and I felt like I blended in MUCH more than the first time I visited Paris. Speaking even basic French will help sooo much as well!
@alyeska13203 ай бұрын
Yes, I’ve found that it’s easier if you learn just a few important phrases. Hello, please, thank you, goodbye, sorry, excuse me. I think people really appreciate when you at least try.
@triciab64133 ай бұрын
I travel alot , these days people everywhere wear same things because of the social media. Especially in the big city.
@a.williams93 ай бұрын
Best advice and I completely agree with you, Alice. There's nothing better than classic timeless understated elegance and the least we want is to get bad attention. Merci beaucoup pour votre conseil formidable, vous êtes très chic comme toujours ❤
@kamillaerdos76363 ай бұрын
And if u travel to America do u wear their chlotes to blend in? Or not to looks too French?
@tamchi44013 ай бұрын
I also have the same question 😂
@hiannahgus5743 ай бұрын
I live in the US, in New England, and I don’t dress like the average American. My style is classic, understated elegance. I was brought up to dress this way as a sign of respect for oneself and others. I had no idea at the time that my mother was teaching me was to dress à la Parisienne. Not all Americans dress in athletic wear as daily clothing. I grew up in Boston, in an urban environment, and that greatly affected our choice of clothing. I moved to a bordering state, and the people here dress much more casually, as a rule. People always say that I look so nice. and I wonder why they don’t put forth the effort into making themselves look their best.
@1marianne3 ай бұрын
Really all of Alice's advice is good for the US too. Looking elegant is always appropriate, no matter where you are. I'm an American and I think most Americans would see Alice here and admire her look and style. I keep hoping the gym clothes/baseball cap look will fade here.
@kamillaerdos76363 ай бұрын
@@1marianne I dont undestand why the classic style must to be pushed down the other. They are equal. Self expressing. The world would be very boring if we uniformizated only with classic fashion. Everyone would wear trench coat blouses and blazer masculine styles. The humán fantasy is much larger that that.
@1marianne3 ай бұрын
@@kamillaerdos7636 Everyone does not need to dress the same, but wearing workout or pajama like clothes looks very strange to many people of all cultures and can show a lack of respect. It's also not safe as a tourist.
@user-sj6tn7nw6b3 ай бұрын
LOVE YOUR NEW DINING ROOM CHAIRS!!!! ENJOY!!!!
@lindaMinister3 ай бұрын
Just wear whatever you want. Just be aware of your surroundings. Dress appropriately that suits your style. Just be you. Why do you have to pretend to be someone else?🤷🏽♂️🤷🏽♀️
@france71642 ай бұрын
Right!!!
@irnalonso2 ай бұрын
I noticed that Americans dress quite more casual than Europeans in daily basis, but also the opposite: the dress up a lot more when they have events. I think we Europeans are less extreme as a general rule. But I also think that the rules of a casual outfit have become more relaxed and you see more people in sporty outfits on the streets
@merlebrown10092 ай бұрын
Have you been to Milan lately ??? 90% of women there are wearing designer bags !!!
@Aliceinparisofficial2 ай бұрын
Milan is not all Europe. I live in Paris. Wearing designer bags in 2024 is cringe ....
@pamelagoodson9034Ай бұрын
@@Aliceinparisofficialwasn’t that you at 8:28 with Chanel bag? This is not a criticism as you look very classy. And the bag is understated.
@user-es6uz3sb2i3 ай бұрын
I know that wearing a back pack makes you stand out, I’ve tried several different crossbody bags but by the end of the day my shoulder is killing me. Even if I switch off on shoulders throughout the day. I’d love to find a bag that can both be a crossbody and backpack to ease the shoulder pain.
@MeganBerryman0121 күн бұрын
I use the carhartt sling bag and I LOVE it! You can sling it behind you like a backpack or sling it in front of you. I highly recommend it and then I wear a money belt bag on my person under my clothes so my valuable items like cash, wallet, credit cards will not be stollen by pickpockets.
@kimberlyperrotis89623 ай бұрын
I don’t wear these things at home in the US, either! I especially hate the black or gray tight, polyester gym outfits that everyone wears everywhere, it’s almost a national uniform. Most people never go to gyms or even go on walks, anyway. There’s nothing comfortable at all about all that super-tight and sweaty poly and spandex. If I had to wear those, I would never get dressed at all! I much prefer tailored clothes in natural fibers and lighter colors, mostly. I would never wear a cliche’ beret in Paris, either, but especially in warm weather. I used to wear wool berets for my daily winter commute, because I don’t like sock hats with my corporate wool overcoats, but the Monica Lewinsky scandal ruined them for me. Even though I wore them for years before, everyone started saying things like “trying to catch a president?” No thanks! Parisian fashion has always been my inspiration since working with two beautiful Parisienne colleagues forty years ago, they always looked so great.
@hardshell92363 ай бұрын
As a European I suggest you just travel naked and don’t bother with all these rules🤣
@lenchenes2 ай бұрын
I'm gonna wear crocs. 😂
@anhtics2 ай бұрын
You’re the most straight shooting hilarious lady on you tube. Love it! Xx
@kcinca5410Ай бұрын
IMHO a lot of this advice is simply dressing appropriately and with style. I don't wear pajamas outside anywhere, athletic wear unless I'm working out, CROCS or flipflops (they're so bad for your feet), crop tops, sweats, hoodies, or advertisements. You can dress casual and still be stylish. And for goodness sake, smile and greet people. We've had a great time in Europe (England, Paris, Rome, Amsterdam, Scotland, Germany) on our trips and weren't ever bothered.
@lajupeinstyle3 ай бұрын
As a European I am totally agree. I love that you included men as well. When I was a concierge at a luxury hotel we were always spotted Americans: women in leggings and a random top, designer handbag,running shoes- men in polo shirts or Hawaii shirts, dark brown belt with beige pants and running shoes😂.
@aniak67772 ай бұрын
Helpful video! Could you share some ideas on outfits to wear in French Riviera region? Heading there this summer. Merci!
@mvg51652 ай бұрын
You are not paying for my trip so I’ll wear whatever the heck I want!!! Don’t need or want to blend in Europe, you should just be happy I’m spending my dollars in your country investing in your economy
@abbycatherine81353 ай бұрын
Bonjour Alice, this is a great video, funny and mostly accurate. However, may I please just point out that there are Americans who know how to dress elegantly (whether here in America or abroad)? Unless you speak with us, you will not know that we are American, I suppose... 😂 For those people that are wondering why this doesn't go both ways (Europeans dressing like Americans when in USA) - consider that the concept is about dressing with class and respect, period. If Europeans were notorious for dressing frumpy or in garments that are too revealing, then its probably fair to assume that the advice would be going in the other direction.
@alyeska13203 ай бұрын
I agree wholeheartedly with this statement. No one ever guesses I’m American unless I speak to them. If I’m with my children, friends, or sisters, we don’t speak loudly enough for them to hear. My mother taught me this, and I’ve taught my children as well. Elegant but simple clothing is accepted everywhere, and it certainly doesn’t have to be expensive. This is a great video for those who don’t know this yet.
@marissashantez60513 ай бұрын
You are right. I HATE that you are right, but you re right in everything you have said. Much as Love the way I looks in athletic wear, and crazy shoes, they are not respectful for visiting certain places, and there are plenty of super comfortable outfits which ate respectful.
@thestyletti70453 ай бұрын
Great tips as always! I wonder what kind of sunglasses you recommend wearing in Europe.
@camuchanomellini9032 ай бұрын
I so glad I found your Chanel . This was very informative Thank you 👍🏼👏👏🤩🤩🤩
@mybigparty6059Ай бұрын
I understand that you said no CC but I could swear I saw you wearing the new 2 tone shoes the ones that have the cc on the heel and a cc black purse🤔
@hleed757811 күн бұрын
Thanks for the info. I’m so glad I can wear almost anything in America.
@marikkelaszlo33552 ай бұрын
One time I wore an old navy striped-shirt, jeans, and some flip flops to a beachside slushie cafe in Corsica (the waitress probably didn't see my shoes though) but she thought I was French and asked "do you want a straw?" and I said "peach flavor" IT WAS HELLA EMBARRASSING and when the Corsicans realized I spoke English and not French, they ALL GOT SCARED and gave me the side eye (they were still nice though, just afraid and didn't know what to do) and one of them gave me a head-nod to follow the waitress when I was going to get my slushie from the machine outside. 😭I should've worn a beret to look like a tourist but blending in that the locals think you're one of them is pretty sweet though despite it being an embarrassing experience (keep in mind I'm Filipino so I'm surprised the locals thought I spoke French and not English).
@stellarsjay17733 ай бұрын
When travelling in Europe I have always gone with a group. We may not stay too long in any one place so we have to travel really light. That means I have to carry quite a bit of stuff with me. I must have a bag that is big enough for it all and that has a sturdy enough strap that someone won’t cut through it. (Those things happen.) Also I have noticed that lots of people in Germany and Scandinavia wear very casual clothes so Paris is not all Europe.
@amandahirschfeld73823 ай бұрын
So dont go to Europe,got it❕️
@lindagregoire80013 ай бұрын
Good advice . I love your Panama hat I looks great on you . I also like the cream cropped jacket , can you put a link for it ? You always look so polished but not “overdone”
@Aliceinparisofficial3 ай бұрын
Hello thanks I will put the link of what I am wearing. Jacket comes from Bash I love this one
@vlo11643 ай бұрын
@@Aliceinparisofficialcan you please share the size of your jacket? It looks so great on you but boxy on the Bash website….
@ArizonaprincessM3 ай бұрын
I will never understand how Americans can go to Europe, wearing a backpack, in any European country 🤦🏻♀️ watch a KZfaq video maybe two, before traveling overseas.
@LjubaBubi2 ай бұрын
Wear whatever you are comfortable in, paying attention to sacred places/museums/galleries. Those places require "decent" look. What tourists should pay more attention to, more than their clothes, is their behavior. Don't be laud, rude, don't throw trash anywhere else but into a trash bin. My husband and I have visited 40 countries (many of them visited more than once) and never blended, however, we never grabbed attention . Of course we wore sneakers, of course there was a medium size of a backpack included, since we were walking from 20-30 km per day. We were standing in long lines (very often 2-3h) to enter museums and then walking there from 2-4h. My feet would not bear any kind of shoes apart from sneakers. When we visited notorious places full of pickpocketing, we dressed like poor people. Yes, you are not representable in photos, but safety was our top priority. We travel for ourselves, not to show it to the rest of the world. What we noticed is that the beggars were skipping us- we were not a target.
@sarafstop3226 күн бұрын
I pretty much avoid the don'ts in this video. I'm happy to see the canvas sneakers and glad to see more low heel comfortable yet elegant shoes on the streets of Paris. It's good to see that the stiletto heels with everything have gone into the dustbin of fashion history. Every day wear of those uncomfortable shoes is ruinous to the feet. I've worn Sketchers flats and fabric low level wedges traveling. They look good, and are comfortable. I pretty much avoid the things you mention, because they're not my taste. That may explain why I haven't had a pick pocket event in my European travels.
@Rosamee2 ай бұрын
I completely agree with you, especially about the topic with Château de Versailles…🌹
@user-sj6tn7nw6b3 ай бұрын
VERY FUNNY AND ACCURATE ALICE!!!! LOVE TO YOU, AND PETS TO NAPO!!!! ❤!!!!
@DanielMena-s4t2 күн бұрын
I wear what's comfortable. I've been to Paris several times and travelled to other European countries. Thank GOD, I never get robbed. I am aware there's a lot of pick pockets in Europe. I wear sneakers because it's more comfortable, especially walking on cobblestone👍
@ladyfluffyrufflebottom32862 ай бұрын
This is great information. Very sensible and helpful! ❤️
@irinaivanovic97922 ай бұрын
As an American, I've never dressed as an American, I realize. I'm proud of this, haha. I always get asked where I'm from when I'm out in public here in Miami because everyone here dresses in flip flops, crocs, and SUPER casual attire that I cannot stand. Including leggings and gym clothes 365 days a year. UGH.... I belong in Europe.
@noemimatias37293 ай бұрын
Great tips. Thanks for all the advice. 👍🏼
@Petra.Disney3 ай бұрын
I love your videos and your accent, so pretty! Ignore the comments about your country, we have our own problems! Have they been to any of our big cities🙄. Love France, good luck for Olympic Games! So great!
@Strawbettys3 ай бұрын
I look like a tourist no matter what because I'm not white
@alyeska13203 ай бұрын
I travel with a Korean-American friend and her daughter (half Korean, half white) who have the same problem. I’ve been to Copenhagen and Milan with them for week long trips, and they do stand out. They’re friendly, quiet, and respectful, and when I’ve been with them everything was fine. The only problem she ever had was on a different business trip in Milan when she got on the metro with her purse open and had her wallet stolen. She knew she’d screwed up though, and that didn’t happen because she was Korean. I do think the pickpockets we’re watching her more closely though and were able to steal from her because of it. Thankfully the company she works for was able to get her a new credit card right away since it’s a global company. She’s VERY careful with her purse now!
@annaalicjamarciniak45633 ай бұрын
Let Americans be Americans, why not?
@1marianne3 ай бұрын
You will enjoy your visit much more if you feel like you are dressed appropriately and know something abut the culture you are in.
@vl55623 ай бұрын
Sometimes it is good to wear outfits that flexible/comfy to run & kungfu with the thief as I heard a lots of robbery in Paris & London.
@veroniquelauzon28013 ай бұрын
She is just giving information for people who prefer to blend in. If you want to look American this is your choice, but it will be perceived as frumpy. If you don't mind standing out, do your thing. But it may attract indeed the thief and you may not get the same service from some waiters. I am more a "When in Rome..." type of person and I appreciate those tips.
@wendygourley71902 ай бұрын
For women, is it okay to wear shorts in the summer or are sundresses better for walking around in the city in Paris?
@Aliceinparisofficial2 ай бұрын
hello yes but chic dressed short not the relzxed or sexy ones. check my video on what to wear in paris in summer
@mh3252 ай бұрын
I guess I can’t go to Paris because my shoes aren’t good enough.
@Ohlulu4433 ай бұрын
Ok i agreed with some of this but the thing is if you go to a museum its not the house of god literally no need to say its disrespectful it maybe distasteful but disrespectful its not mam😂
@marvinschuh3 ай бұрын
I would like to see videos about where to shop for vintage handbags, clothes, and shoes in Paris or in France. I live in the Netherlands and want to attend a cooking course in Paris and shop at the brocantes in Paris while I am there. Merci for the great videos!
@katharinedominguez23 күн бұрын
I actually do not own classic crocs because I don’t like the way they look and truly don’t get it… but I have never thought of them as disrespectful. Lol
@taraarutunianАй бұрын
I love your videos. Who designs the brown/gold hardware crossbody bag you're wearing? ❤
@AliceinparisofficialАй бұрын
Atelier Auguste check below the video there is a link and a promo code
@karena39513 ай бұрын
Napoleon is so cute! Great advice Alice!
@skyblue58003 ай бұрын
Would love any tips for Spain/Portugal! Thanks for the information!
@Sailrmar92 ай бұрын
What about traveling with children. Is it "acceptable" for them to wear things like Crocs?
@Aliceinparisofficial2 ай бұрын
no !
@Sailrmar92 ай бұрын
@@Aliceinparisofficial Is this the French directness I've heard about? Haha. Ok I will make them wear their sneakers, but we will be near the beach so they can wear the Crocs there. Otherwise I will have a mutiny on my hands.
@elizabethwilk96153 ай бұрын
My husband is from Lyon but we lived near Paris many years. Traveling around France I noticed in small villages in France people don’t dress well and don’t eat very healthy.
@Aliceinparisofficial3 ай бұрын
Notice the same in the USA but probably 10x worst 😂
@Bocca2022 ай бұрын
Why American? They are not the only tourists in Paris.
@adellaidemikova3 ай бұрын
I love the Panama hat. Could you recommend where to buy one?
@DianneLandry-qk8kr3 ай бұрын
I bought a really nice one at Cuyana.
@kimberlyperrotis89623 ай бұрын
What you’re showing here are American (mostly university) hooded “sweatshirts”, I hate them. They look sloppy and the inevitable poly/cotton blend is too hot and sweaty. I have a cashmere hoodie and a silk jersey hoodie, without all the sporty pockets, etc., and those are my only “athleisure” items. Even these I find difficult to style in an elegant way, although they are much simpler and in much better fabrics than standard hoodies/sweatshirts. (It would help if they fit better, but I keep losing weight, from aging I suppose). Athleisure is such a huge trend here, but it just isn’t me, it’s super-casual and sporty. I will wear cotton leggings, shorts or joggers and tees on my exercise walks, but they’re not proper day wear, in my opinion.
@TheSwimmom13 ай бұрын
Not that it makes a difference but most of those university sweatshirts she showed were Canadian lol
@TheSwimmom13 ай бұрын
You say no logos yet you proudly wear your Chanel bag with an obvious CC, I think you are trying to say subtle logo and only 1 at a time am I correct?
@Aliceinparisofficial3 ай бұрын
Yes
@marjorielutzke63983 ай бұрын
Bonjour, you are so stylish, have so much class. Thank you for your information. I live in casual Hawaii, plan to go to Bali. Then to Europe.I miss having stylish clothing. You are so beautiful. Thank you for sharing your advice. Crocs horrible. I will watch your videos. Thank you so much for sharing.
@kimvilleneuve25433 ай бұрын
Hopefully when people come to USA. They dress like Americans.
@americafirst91443 ай бұрын
Oh please, no.
@Ihgtv3 ай бұрын
Let people wear what they want.
@Eteraz3 ай бұрын
I wouldn’t wear crocs on the street anywhere!! Flip flops only belong at the beach or home. Everything you said is true.
@Aliceinparisofficial3 ай бұрын
yes it is true see the picture I have taken in Chateau de Versailles! I was in shock!
@lisaz98202 ай бұрын
how about dont go to Paris, its overrated :)
@fcobarrios193 ай бұрын
Great video! What kind of bag should a man wear when in Paris and not look like a tourist? I usually carry guide books with me. Thanks.
@Aliceinparisofficial3 ай бұрын
check below the video. I link the crossbody bag travel video. Atelier Auguste mini marly is unisex. the monceau is also unisex
@ConserveMore3 ай бұрын
I don't mind you telling us which clothes make Americans targets, but the word "frumpy" was thrown around a lot. We don't see it that way. These are things that we have pride in. Maybe if you try them in Europe it will solve some of the many problems you have.
@LisaNY212-fl3 ай бұрын
Frumpy is a good description to get across the point of making effort. You would not show up to a job interview or meet a new mother or father in law looking frumpy. Same would apply here.
@lizwilliamson83323 ай бұрын
Stop making a fool of yourself with this comment 😳 Being defensive and going on the attack. It’s a video about fashion and style, that’s all 🤷♀️
@ConserveMore3 ай бұрын
@lizwilliamson8332 Sorry, but no. Someone who is insulting to another culture by calling their clothes "frumpy" doesn't get let off the hook just because the comment was "just about fashion" and no biggie. It was said. It was an insult. Period.
@lizwilliamson83322 ай бұрын
@@ConserveMore so your response to believing your “culture” is being insulted is to throw back insults about Europe 🤷♀️
@Yvettelune2 ай бұрын
Hello, I enjoyed this video very much, thank you 😊. I would like to ask if it is safe to wear modest gold and diamond engagement and wedding rings, to mostly be in central areas and take public transport in these parts. The last time I was in Paris I only had trouble with dangerous people on the public transport to both airports. Next time I will take the expensive airport bus to be safe.
@Aliceinparisofficial2 ай бұрын
modest yes but be careful in public transportation and spaces
@lisan86113 ай бұрын
Thank you. Some of it is general courtesy, like you wouldn't go to a conservative and modest country wearing tank tops and hot pants. Crocs are just not done in Europe, it is something children wear at the beach, not adults at museums. You wouldn't go wearing a swimsuit now would you. And yes, do not underestimate pickpockets. They will have their eyes on you the moment you arrive at Gare Du Nord ;))
@QuiltifyАй бұрын
When I travel in Europe or leave my house, I try to dress well. However, having eye issues, if I'm outside I must wear a hat with a large visor and sunglasses. I can't imagine there aren't any Parisians with eye issues. Would you suggest a different style hat? (disregard photo, I was hiking). I also think you assume all Americans dress as you described, but you only notice the badly dressed ones...
@karenlaux4554Ай бұрын
Love this video and I giggled a few times! I am going to the South of France in two weeks - so excited - and I think I've packed for both the cites of Nice and Marseille, and for the beach in Corsica. Still stressed about footwear though.
@72met19 күн бұрын
My husband and I are coming in March 2025. We have to walk all day. What shoes would you suggest for that?
@Aliceinparisofficial19 күн бұрын
sneaker, loafer, small city boots
@BeyondTheScrubsJourney3 ай бұрын
Getting ready for my wardrobe this October ❤❤❤
@mmartin75633 ай бұрын
How about a video on how to be a good tourist instead of what NOT to do? I’m not trying to be Parisian. I’m trying to be polite in the country that’s hosting me. If we all stop being so judgy, we could all enjoy ourselves a little more. Let’s all DO better!
@JoAnneDragounАй бұрын
These have been very informational and I appreciate the info! Do you have any videos for the winter, we are going for Xmas. Thanks
@AliceinparisofficialАй бұрын
yes check my what to wear videos
@julietkeers20162 ай бұрын
Love your videos thank you!
@mideseoerestu3 ай бұрын
I would like to know what to wear in Spain for summer, please!
@hameley12Ай бұрын
Cotton and linens for clothing. If its warm rayon or other warm fabrics. Boots or non-logo sneakers or slip-on shoes, depending on where you are going and the weather. Minimal jewelry, and go for small wristlet wallet or ask an attelier in your city to make pockets underneath your sweater or coat. Most people don't even wear in-pockets in the US but in other countries, yes. If you have your arms across or standing, no one will see the hidden pockets for key-cards, credit card, ID card, and cash. Practice at home how to leave it on and take it off without unfolding it. This will become useful when you have to sit some where and once fold it, it'll be on your lap not on the chair; where the pickpockets will see it. If you are going to wear a hat, sunglasses or an umbrella buy a cheap one. In case some one does steal the piece from you, they are only worth $5 or $10 dollars. Most importantly feel comfortable and free to walk around without much worries. And don't forget about a light parfum (w) or cologne (m). And sunscreen, please keep safe from the sunrays. 😉
@QueenofmyPlantpotАй бұрын
The Guy at 12:40 could be part of a hipster crew in Berlin or he could be on his way to a bad taste party 😅
@Mistersgoodgirl3 ай бұрын
No matter how I dress everyone will know we are tourists bc we have 6 kids! Thats not something you see often in Europe. But I dress this way on my real life as well, so I have it down.
@alyeska13203 ай бұрын
Have a GREAT time! What a wonderful education you’re giving your kids! I’m one of 5, and our parents took us EVERYWHERE. We were taught to speak quietly around others from a very young age so we wouldn’t draw attention to ourselves, and Mom dressed us in a lot of navy blue. (She could then also pass down the clothes from girl to boy, etc. ) It worked! Three out of five of us have even lived in different countries. I’ve taught my children as well, and now one of my daughters has been to three continents, two on her own. I’m so proud. :) Good job, Mama!
@Mistersgoodgirl3 ай бұрын
@@alyeska1320 thank you! Our kids are great travelers and a lot of fun. This is their first trip to Europe and they are so excited! We had an extended European trip planned for Sept 16, 2020, and you know what happened to those plans. Anyway, we are super excited to be able to take them now.
@kamillaerdos76363 ай бұрын
The video was ok, and informative. But do anybody want to dress as a European uniform or do u prefer individualism? If i travel to France i dont dress like a black bird. I like colours and no problem for me, i celebrate uniqe style. I like romantic and sporty style and i dont want to look in masculine way with blaser. When i ve seen French young couple in Budapest i immidiatelly recognize that they re from France cause the lady wore black blazer and she looked very weird among the many colourfull flower patterndress other women and others wore leggings. They didnt blend in. But its ok.
@edennis85783 ай бұрын
You missed the point entirely. The point is to look European SO THAT YOU DON'T GET ROBBED!
@kamillaerdos76363 ай бұрын
@@edennis8578 I know, but I wasnt only about that, cause baseball cap and flip flop is not about it.
@lindaMinister3 ай бұрын
Just be aware of your surroundings. You don't have to blend in
@alyeska13203 ай бұрын
My teenage niece was dressed like a runway model in bright clothes and scarves on a recent trip. Luckily she actually LOOKS like a runway model! I think the rules are different for the young and for the very fashionable as long as you’re very aware of pickpockets. It also helped that her father looks like a hit man and grew up in Germany. No one was going to mess with her! :)
@mariadillon860Ай бұрын
Thank you for an informative video ❤ I wonder how you would recommend carrying a water bottle, snacks, camera and umbrella if you are advising against a backpack. A large tote style bag containing these items would result in back pain at the end of a touring day. There are some very chic back packs 🤔 Also, when I travel I want versatile easily packable items - a trench coat and Panama style hat wouldn’t tick these boxes for me. However, I do get the point that you are trying to make for travellers to Paris. 😊
@frostflower55552 ай бұрын
Flip flops are dangerous too.
@HoosierSHU28 күн бұрын
Very informative but if not a backpack, then roller suitcase? I hate those on cobble streets.
@user-wb8qh3jx3i3 ай бұрын
Nice video. As a Dutch woman I see a lot of Dutch people wear practical clothes. I think it's in our nature because of our bikes and the rain! But I like your style and wear it. I've noticed you have a Chanel bag yourself. Don't you wear it in the street?
@Aliceinparisofficial3 ай бұрын
I have several designer bags. I don't wear them everyday; I go for mid range "niche" Parisian brands
@alyeska13203 ай бұрын
I love your country! I grew up spending lots of summers with relatives in Den Bosch!
@hameley12Ай бұрын
I love your videos! So glad I subscribed, Alice. I seriously hate those crocs, slippers and flip-flops. My friend Ismar and his brother went back to his country to visit their sick grandmother. On their way to the temple, once inside they found three people wearing those logs in a cherished, holy space. They called over security and they people were removed from the premises. The angry tourists yelled at the guards The why? They replied "It is a holy temple where our people come to pray and chant. It's not a silly room or the circus. Please go visit another location" Their outfits sceamed "Look at me! Come rob me pleaseee" 😬................. Please, everyone keep safe. And don't foget to bring along a sunscreen in the summer.
@dominikakratochvil8603 ай бұрын
How about socks in sandals? Not those decorated sock in nice leather heels, but basic cotton sock (sometimes in weird colors too) in cheap sythetic sandals 😂
@Aliceinparisofficial3 ай бұрын
horrible 😂 pas possible
@dominikakratochvil8603 ай бұрын
@@Aliceinparisofficial Yeah, I though so 😂
@lizwilliamson83323 ай бұрын
Crocs ‘n’ Socks - that’s a whole new level of wrong 😂
@peaceice87553 ай бұрын
The new look suite you so well you look gorgeous I’m watching your old videos about vintage fragrances and I enjoy to see them ❤