Links I Love Week 27: Year 2025
Bonjour from the South of France! My husband and I have been making our way around from Saint-Paul-de-Vence to Nice and a few spots in between. You can see our itinerary here. I wish I could say I’ve been reading a ton, which was the original plan, but I left my Kindle at the first hotel, and we’ve been laughing about it ever since. The Kindle will arrive home before we do.
I have been surprisingly unplugged from social media and loving it! While I have enjoyed following the hotels we are staying at and researching our trip up until departure, the time offline has been good for my mind.
(wearing Warby Parker sunglasses that have sold out) Hat was purchased from a local hat shop in Nice.
There will be a full recap once we return home, including hotels, restaurants, hits, and misses. Spoiler alert: We’ve had some incredible meals, and the hotels have been lovely.
Before I dive into links, I am excited to share that I will be at Slant of Light Books next Sunday from 10:30 to 11:30 am, chatting all things Paris with Henri (my Bernedoodle pup). Slant of Light Books is a charming new bookshop located in Old Town on Wells Street, and it’s also dog-friendly, so feel free to bring yours along. It is close to where I was for the art festival. You will be able to preorder the book from this small bookshop and support a great community.
Grab your coffee and croissants, and join me for links I love.
Links I Love Week 27
America has pulled off the impossible. Making a passport simple. I renewed mine during the pandemic, the old way, but I am looking forward to the ease of this way in a few years.
The best hotels in Florence according to Afar. I have Florence on my list for January. It is where I studied abroad, and my heart is aching to go back.
Bordeaux vs Burgundy: How these wines compare and the differences between the two according to wine experts.
Inside a photographer’s 350-square-foot Manhattan pied-à-terre
The secret to staying in a country longer. I wish I had done this when I was younger.
Muesli has been a part of our daily breakfast, and now I’m searching for recipes to try at home.
Do not miss the Margaux archive sale! There are some great shoes at incredible prices for summer and fall. The Demi is a reader favorite and is available for only $146. I wear a size 8.5; they run true to size, and the ribbon at the top allows for an adjustable fit.
Paris’s newest Left Bank luxury hotel has Eiffel Tower views and a heated pool.
Why success is quieter for younger Americans, according to WSJ
I fell in love with this bag at Galeries Lafayette and didn’t buy it. What sold me was how it was styled with the beautiful orange and brown scarf. They were just about to close, and we were on our way to dinner, and I didn’t buy it. Now I can’t stop thinking about it.
All the benefits of eggs for breakfast
I packed this dress for the South of France and have worn it twice. Before I left, Yulia and I shot it with a belt and blazer. This is a beautiful piece, and it’s on sale now! I ordered this navy dress after spotting it on sale on the site. The fit and flare is my type of cut.
How tourists can stay cool during a European heat wave. I am writing this from our hotel pool under an umbrella. It’s been a hot week.
Summer bag trends for 2025. The 6 bags everyone is carrying right now
Higher Dose created a 20% off code, REBECCA20, for the weekend. I love their sauna blanket, and it is part of my Sunday night ritual.
I have been loving all the dishware in the South of France at our hotels: bright and fun colors and beautiful patterns. Juliska has a great 4th of July sale and a few items are catching my eye to add to our collection. Plus, I think EDP café needs a new cup or two.
Alex Mill is on sale! The best part about it is that the sale will continue throughout July, with new items being added throughout the month. I ordered this shirt and this skirt.
Discover the city guides from Sézane from Boston to London, Paris, and Bordeaux. Their recommendations are ones to explore.
The best Airbnbs in the French Riviera
This week’s best sellers include the deodorant, which has been a vacation hero this week with the heat wave. I have been keeping it in my beach bag and reapplying after the pool and beach.
To take it a step further, CNTraveler shares the best Airbnbs in all of France if you’re looking for something different.
Reporting on the trends from France this summer, these are the “it” shoes for men and women. Not sure if I can do it, but my husband is already planning his second color.
One of our hotels had these dishes and I enjoyed seeing them every morning at breakfast.
The best relationship advice NYT has heard so far this year—such a fun article. I love the idea of a nostalgic date.
Anklets are back, and I am loving the trend. I have this one from Veronica Beard.
What to wear when it is too hot. This has been a bit of a struggle this week. Some items have been worn multiple times, and one or two things remain unworn at the end of our trip.
33 European countries with one single train pass. How to use Eurorail. I did this in college and loved it. This would be a lot of fun to do again one day.
For when I get my Kindle back, the best summer beach reads according to Glamour.
How to make your pet an online star. This was an interesting read.
Don’t miss Stuart Weitzman’s summer sale up to 45% off. There are some great sandals offered. The Benni Block in brown or black would be stunning with a summer dress.
The health benefits of zucchini. We have been eating it multiple ways while in the South of France.
This bra has been so good for travel. I loved not having to try to get comfortable in an underwire bra while flying overnight.
A local’s guide to Saint-Germain-des-Près via Forbes
*I have loved seeing all the dogs in the South of France. Some owners have been incredibly kind, chatting with us along the way and making friends one at a time. Thank you. I have loved the people and dogs we have met on vacation.
Dogs on Vacation
My husband calls this part of the series, Paris dogs on vacation. This is Tobie. He swam in the water with me and was so sweet.
*This post includes affiliate links. I make a small comission off of items purchased from my links. Merci!
Bonjour, I’m Rebecca!
I’m a photographer, blogger, croissant-lover, and world traveler. I hope that Everyday Parisian inspires you by bringing a bit of France into your daily life and helps you plan the best trip to Paris with personalized recommendations for places to stay, explore, and eat.
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Hi Rebecca
The ‘link’ for the lip gloss with spf isn’t working for me. Can you tell me the Brand
Looking forward to all the deets on South of France
Hi! Is this the one I mentioned in the Substack post? The SPF one? It is by Iris and Romeo https://go.shopmy.us/p-20919227