city break

There really isn’t anything quite like a city break. A quick jaunt to another country and another city can be just what the Dr ordered. Sure, lengthy week-long holidays are not to be sniffed at and days spent sunning ourselves at the beach are up there. But a long weekend city break can really serve as the instant reset we need.

From Paris to Venice to Amsterdam there is a city break for everyone. Whether you like to jump on a bike and explore, shop till you drop or indulge in all the food and wine, you’ll want to look fabulous doing it. So, to banish the hand-luggage only blues we’ve put together our easy shopping guide to make sure you look chic on your Spring city break this year.

Unlike the beach a city break isn’t the place for a quick crocheted cover-up. You’ll need to remember that you’ll be mingling in amongst the locals going about their daily lives, and sporting a sarong as a dress will be a no go in the city. Instead opt items such as tailored shorts and a crisp linen shirt. Pack some palazzo pants for those evenings when the temperature might have dropped a bit and keep dresses loose and in classic colours. The idea is breathable and light garments, a classic look that is uber comfy without compromising on style.

 

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Team with some canvas pumps or a slip on flat so you’re able to put the miles in and then add a basket bag for extra fashionista points.

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Extra-large sunnies, wedges or flats, a palazzo pant is a city break winner. Consider tying a scarf to your bag which can be used as a wrap if your start to feel the chill.

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A smock style dress can be worn both day and night; A lace up sandal will add a little twist on a lunchtime stroll, while a stacked wedge will add a touch of glam come evening. Keep bags clutch size to balance out the volume of the dress.

About the author

At 5ft 1 (and a half) Sophie may be small but she is certainly fierce. After finding out she was dyslexic at the age of seven she made it her life’s mission to wage a war against words and carve a career out of a craft she admired so much. Hard work, determination and a lot of journals later, Sophie graduated with a degree in journalism. Her obsession and love for the written word has seen her as Editor at Semple to now blogging her way around the world. She’s irrationally angry, partial to a LARGE glass of chardonnay and has an intolerance for most people.

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