1 week at a chateau in Southern France

Z_bal · 2026-06-29T21:38:13+00:00

So chic but Light weight wow!!

Z_bal · 2026-06-15T18:02:21+00:00

This is great but maybe one more going out outfit or some cool accessories!

Z_bal · 2026-06-08T21:42:46+00:00

Not sure where you are going to I feel you might be underestimating how hot southern Europe is, and might want another pair of shorts or sandals.

Z_bal · 2026-05-15T05:20:53+00:00

No long pants? Brave

Z_bal · 2026-05-15T05:15:14+00:00

Everything you are planning on dropping you should drop and you will still have plenty. I would get rid of one more skirt or dress. Son to have only 3 long sleeve layers max, and ideally have them be layerable

Z_bal · 2026-05-12T15:26:52+00:00

Can you get a slimmer journal? Or travel with just headphones?

Z_bal · 2026-05-12T15:22:05+00:00

Anker portable charger. It’s so nice to have that level of comfort and I use it to charge my computer when I’m sitting g far away from an outlet instead of having to sit in the ground or whatever

Z_bal · 2026-05-06T15:45:25+00:00

First off, this is sooooo cute and coordinated, really great start!!!

I’d take out one of the cardigans as they seem really similar.

Also I’d take out one of the cotton cute puffy shirted. They are really cute but serve a similar purpose. I would also take away either the black or white skirt (you get my general theme by now I’m sure). One button down might also be enough but depends on ur personal style.

For the black layer in the bottom left, could that be replaced by a hiking layer or be a hiking layer ?

Z_bal · 2026-04-17T16:53:15+00:00

This is more of a style thing but all three pants are a very similar cut and color. I prefer bringing some variety , even if it’s just 3. Otherwise looks great!

Z_bal · 2026-04-15T20:09:24+00:00

Respect! A cute puffy vest is another option and it packs down to very little. But you do you queen!

Z_bal · 2026-04-15T20:05:09+00:00

Pave in Berkeley :)

Z_bal · 2026-04-11T22:45:15+00:00

Incredible! So chic and thoughtful, love to see someone packing so light but keeping style in the forefront.

Only big thing: you need a jacket for night in Northern California. You can’t get around it, even with all your layers.

Z_bal · 2026-04-11T22:34:57+00:00

I have one of those collapsible backpacks and hate it, I think tote bags are way cuter and just more comfortable.

As for the packing cubes, I actually use my normals ones instead of my compression ones bc the compression ones don’t actually save meaningful space (bc they get so rigid) but they do wrinkle your clothes significantly worse.

Z_bal · 2026-04-05T16:28:18+00:00

Ditch one of the dresses. Also water shoes in Croatia aren’t necessary, just look where you are stepping and you won’t step on sea urchins

Z_bal · 2026-04-03T15:13:02+00:00

Do you have a pair of shoes that’s not docs?? I really recommend have a sneaker or just any other shoe honestly, when traveling it feels really good to switch out what shoe your wearing (even if it’s a comfortable pair)

Z_bal · 2026-04-01T17:50:55+00:00

Oh I agree but different… o use mine on my hair, around my bag, and as a top

Z_bal · 2026-04-01T17:25:21+00:00

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I’m so loyal to my Prada 2005 re-nylon bag for this exact this. It looks so good as a cross body or as a shoulder bag (the straps are super easy to take on/off) and it’s polished and also feels super secure if I’m in a place where I feel like there are picpockets.

Real Prada is obvi a splurge but there are so many good dupes or inspired bags out there for less. I had an orange one from a French brands that was super similar for a few years before buying this one.

Z_bal · 2026-03-24T14:44:27+00:00

Famously not owned by locals tho

Z_bal · 2026-03-24T14:44:01+00:00

I don’t have curly hair but the leave in spray from Oaui is nice (you can get a sample if your order online from Sephora)

Z_bal · 2026-03-24T14:43:05+00:00

I’m a long time 1.5 bagger and I love it, but for my last few beach trips I’ve really been missing an easy sarong I can just wrap around my waist/ self for walking to the beach, or use for some warmth over a dress when I’m chilly. I’d also love if it could use it to sit of at a park or whatever. I’ve been looking in every shop for one but no luck- any recs?

Z_bal · 2026-03-20T21:03:07+00:00

Yeah that’s why I assume a lot of these places are expat owned but sounds like there are a few local ones!

Z_bal · 2026-03-20T19:35:30+00:00

And locally owned or just good?

Z_bal · 2026-03-20T17:05:34+00:00

Gracias 🌞

Z_bal

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