Paris to me has two faces, or perhaps should I say, Paris is a woman with double identities.
In Quartier Latin; Montmartre and mostly down the left bank, I see her as this Bohemian chick. When I turn around to Grand Palais; Petit Palais; the Louvre and so on.., she suddenly becomes an ornate and splendid royalty.
There is no doubt that my favourite bridge in the world – Pont Alexandre III – belongs to Paris’ regal self!
I utterly adore this bridge for no other reason than it is simply the most extravagant and stunning bridge I have ever seen!
So, this is how I would channel the essence of Paris’ glamour face…
My vintage Paola Frani beige dress is tube beaded throughout the lining. These tube-beads are all see-through so you can hardly notice them from a distance. My half cardigan is also decorated with beads. When I channel a glamorous look, I prefer to pick a beaded creation.
While on holiday, these garments with toned-down beads are great choices as they are not overly done, so even if we wear them during the day, we are not turning heads for the wrong reasons.
Since I was in my element and feeling so perky… Why not strike a pose!!!
Self portrait with the collaboration of A.K.
vivalaViv 
Oooo nice!!
Thank you! X
I love, love, love your dress! SO chic! 🙂
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Thank you for your sweet comment Lauren! :-*
Très chic indeed! Love your vintage Paris look, and you’re right, that bridge is beautiful:)
Thank you Mitzie! 🙂
Great dress!
BTW, I’ve nominated you for the Fahsionista Award.
If you want to take part here are the rules:
https://thatchicfashionblog.wordpress.com/the-fashionista-award/
You can find my post on my page about it too!
http://whatkateythinks.com/2015/06/15/the-fashionista-award-nomination/
Congratulations to your Fashionista Award Katey! And thank you for choosing me as one of your nominees! I’m honoured!
Although I’ve been nominated up to 7 or 8 times (with different blogging awards) so far, I’ve only accepted one award. This award is interesting and it’s fashion related.., let me see what I can do!
Thank you again for the nomination! I do enjoy reading your answers!
Cheers~ X X
Cool!
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嗨 Vivi this pose is really Vivienne style.
I love the confident and glamours side of you!
Thanks for sharing your blog with me:)
So good to hear from you JingJing. I thought of you when I put this photo up.., as you know, I’m such a poser in front of the camera.
I miss our good old days when we used my Nikon D90 to take pictures for each other! :-*
You look so young and cheerful, with a great zest of life! That’s how we should all be! 🙂
Thank you for your lovely feedback Camelia! :-*
Was here two days ago! It is a wonderful spot 🙂 Great picture!
Thank you Virginia, isn’t it amazing there?!!!
wow, you look fabulous! 🙂
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Thank you Liz! :-*
Very nice…. Also the make up!!!
Thanks Krystel! Cheers~ X
That little straw boater hat is adorable. So too your entire ensemble! 🙂
Thank you! I’m flattered. :-*
Love the hat!!
Me too Miss Given! Unfortunately; my beloved hat was robbed right off my head by a runner during my Paris stay 2011.., I also mentioned it in this post:
https://vivalaviv.com/2014/11/09/my-wardrobe-essentials-this-summer-a-panama-hat/
Lovely outfit!
Thanks Rita!
What a cute outfit! Love that hat on you.
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Thank you Alecz!
Hi Vivienne, this outfit is so great and so suitable with the colour of the stone of this splendid bridge. Thanks for sharing your beauty and congrats!
Thank you so much for your kind words. I’m glad that you like it! X X
You are so kind for your reply. Best wishes and see you soon. ❤
Paris is of course a beautiful city, not the most beautiful as many French people say lol.
You are pretty in this dress.
I know what you are saying Claire, BUT Paris is Paris though!! Thank you for your lovely feedback! X
Yes, Paris has a romantic atmosphere ☺☺☺