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I Was a VIP Nordstrom Stylist, and I Just Got Back From France—I Wore These 7 Items to Look Chic in Paris

By Swedan Margen

I Was a VIP Nordstrom Stylist, and I Just Got Back From France—I Wore These 7 Items to Look Chic in Paris

Fashion people often consider Paris to be the epicenter of style, and yes, Sandy Koszarek—the content creator behind Stylish Sandy and a former VIP Nordstrom stylist who has spent decades working in the industry—certainly is captivated by the City of Light. In fact, she recently visited Paris. While soaking up everything the city had to offer, she, too, aimed to look chic while out and about in Paris.

Below are seven items Koszarek packed to elevate her looks while remaining comfortable. As you'll see, the pieces are easy yet chic (items Parisians often gravitate toward). Keep scrolling for visual and shopping inspiration.

Cashmere Cardigan

A Nordstrom stylist wearing a black cashmere sweater around her shoulders in Paris.

"A cashmere cardigan was a key piece I wore often in Paris. It was the perfect light layer, and I loved tying it over my shoulders for that Parisian touch."

Selection Wool & Cashmere Cardigan

MANGO Selection

Wool & Cashmere Cardigan

Reformation, Clara Cashmere Crew Cardigan

Reformation

Clara Cashmere Crew Cardigan

Wool & Cashmere Blend Cardigan

Vince

Wool & Cashmere Blend Cardigan

Brushed Cashmere Cardigan

Nordstrom

Brushed Cashmere Cardigan

Sneakers

A Nordstrom stylist wearing sneakers in Paris.

"Sneakers were my shoes of choice in Paris. I wore them with jeans and skirts, and I felt chic, modern, and comfortable while shopping and sightseeing."

Priscilla Sneaker

SHUSHOP

Priscilla Sneakers

Vince, Oasis Runner Sneaker

Vince

Oasis Runner Sneakers

Japan Low Top Sneaker

adidas

Japan Low Top Sneakers

Torpedo Sneaker

Wide- and Straight-Leg Jeans

A Nordstrom stylist wearing straight-leg white jeans in Paris.

"Jeans were one of my most-worn pieces in Paris. I felt chic and blended in wearing straight- and wide-leg styles."

Ribcage High Waist Wide Leg Jeans

Levi's

Ribcage High Waist Wide Leg Jeans

High Waist Straight Leg Jeans

Nordstrom

High Waist Straight Leg Jeans

Grace High Waist Wide Leg Jeans

SLVRLAKE

Grace High Waist Wide Leg Jeans

Arc Straight Leg Jeans

AGOLDE

Arc Straight Leg Jeans

Trench Coat

A Nordstrom stylist wearing a tan trench coat in Paris.

"Wearing a trench coat in Paris made me feel instantly chic. I saw them everywhere, and it was the outer layer that made my outfits look polished and put-together."

Cotton Trench Coat

Caslon

Cotton Trench Coat

MANGO, Selection Classic Cotton Trench Coat

MANGO Selection

Classic Cotton Trench Coat

Cotton Trench Coat

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Cotton Trench Coat

Aoife Belted Water Resistant Trench Coat

Barbour

Aoife Belted Water Resistant Trench Coat

Scarves

A Nordstrom stylist wearing a patterned neck scarf in Paris.

"Scarves were the accessory I reached for to finish my outfits. They added that Parisian touch and made me feel effortlessly chic."

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