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The Best Vegan Food in Paris


Urban Greener, the Best Vegan Brunch in Paris Let me assure you that I take brunch seriously. Very seriously. I tried several vegan restaurants in Paris before being absolutely blown away by this little gem hidden on a residential side street near Sacre Coeur. Urban Greener makes an epic brunch on Sundays. The size of […]

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Ere Perez Coco Crayon in Charm
Ere Perez Coco Crayon in Brave
Ere Perez Coco Crayon in Brave
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19/99 Precision Colour Pencil in Neutra
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19/99 Precision Colour Pencil in Barna
Milk Makeup Sunshine Undereye Brightener
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HYNT BEAUTY Duet Cream Concealer in Buff Medium
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Westman Atelier Baby Cheeks Cream Blush in Chouchette
Westman Atelier Baby Cheeks Cream Blush in Chouchette
ILIA Color Block Lipstick in Cinnabar
ILIA Color Block Lipstick in Cinnabar
Kosas Air Brow Tinted Volumizing Treatment Gel
Kosas Air Brow Tinted Volumizing Treatment Gel
Kosas Wet Lip Oil Gloss
Kosas Wet Lip Oil Gloss
Ilia Fullest Volumizing Mascara
Ilia Fullest Volumizing Mascara
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100% Pure 2nd Skin Green Color Corrector (Acne + Scars)
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100% Pure Fruit Pigmented® 2nd Skin Concealer
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100% Pure Lip Caramel
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100% Pure Fruit Pigmented® Lip Glaze
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FITGLOW BEAUTY Vegan Good Lash +
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100% Pure 2nd Skin Peach Color Corrector (Dark Circles)
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KYPRIS BEAUTY Illuminating Eye Serum & Primer
HYNT BEAUTY Eyebrow Definer
HYNT BEAUTY Eyebrow Definer
100% Pure – Cocoa Kissed  Bronzer
100% Pure – Cocoa Kissed Bronzer
FAT Lip Plant-Based Plump
FAT Lip Plant-Based Plump
FitGlow Beauty – Vegan LipLiners
FitGlow Beauty – Vegan LipLiners
Ilia True Skin Serum Foundation
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Ilia The Necessary Eyeshadow Palette
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Pleated Vegan Silk Skirt
Pleated Vegan Silk Skirt
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ThredUP – browse denim skirts – save $10
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Alexandra K Joy Midi Flow Sandy Beige Corn “Leather”
Alexandra K 1.4 Sandy Beige Corn “Leather”
Alexandra K 1.4 Sandy Beige Corn “Leather”
VETTA The Long Cardigan Dress
VETTA The Long Cardigan Dress
VETTA The Reversible Satin Midi Skirt – Save 10% ‘CLOSET10’
VETTA The Reversible Satin Midi Skirt – Save 10% ‘CLOSET10’
Vestiaire Collective Stella McCartney Falabella Tote – Save $50 ‘USX53P’
Vestiaire Collective Stella McCartney Falabella Tote – Save $50 ‘USX53P’
Joah Brown Invisible Zip Long Sleeve
Joah Brown Invisible Zip Long Sleeve
Joah Brown Slouchy Dolman Long Sleeve
Joah Brown Slouchy Dolman Long Sleeve
Alexandra K 1.5 Corn “Leather” Rosy Beige
Alexandra K 1.5 Corn “Leather” Rosy Beige
Bleusalt  1 or 2 Yard Wrap – Save $20!
Bleusalt 1 or 2 Yard Wrap – Save $20!
VEERAH Hedy Boots – 10% NATALIEMILAKARA
VEERAH Hedy Boots – 10% NATALIEMILAKARA
Encircled The Comfy Dress Shirt
Encircled The Comfy Dress Shirt
Bleusalt Turtleneck – Save $20!
Bleusalt Turtleneck – Save $20!
Bleusalt  Classic Sweatpants – Save $20!
Bleusalt Classic Sweatpants – Save $20!
Joah Brown Bare Tanktop
Joah Brown Bare Tanktop
Bleusalt  1 or 2 Yard Wrap – Save $20!
Bleusalt 1 or 2 Yard Wrap – Save $20!
Alexandra K 1.4 – Grape “Leather”
Alexandra K 1.4 – Grape “Leather”
Rothy’s The Point Flats – Save $20!
Rothy’s The Point Flats – Save $20!
Alexandra K Bliss Sneakers Grape “Leather” Rosy Beige
Alexandra K Bliss Sneakers Grape “Leather” Rosy Beige
Encircled The Comfy Blouse
Encircled The Comfy Blouse
Encircled The Comfy Puff Sleeve Cardigan
Encircled The Comfy Puff Sleeve Cardigan
Bleusalt Swing Top – Save $20!
Bleusalt Swing Top – Save $20!
MATE Organic Cotton T-Shirt
MATE Organic Cotton T-Shirt
MATE – Organic Terry Shorts
MATE – Organic Terry Shorts
Girlfriend Sport Bras – Save $10!
Girlfriend Sport Bras – Save $10!
Girlfriend High-Rise Pocket Legging – Save $10!
Girlfriend High-Rise Pocket Legging – Save $10!
Alexandra K Joy Midi Corn “Leather” Dusty Pink
Alexandra K Joy Midi Corn “Leather” Dusty Pink
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Rothy’s The Square Flats – Save $20!
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Four Sigmatic – 10% off w/ THEPURISTLIFE
Four Sigmatic – 10% off w/ THEPURISTLIFE
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Four Sigmatic – 10% off w/ THEPURISTLIFE
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Chic & Basta
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Modern Handmade Home Goods
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The Detox Market
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Made Trade
Ethical Home Goods
Alltrueist
Alltrueist
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Four Sigmatic – 10% off w/ THEPURISTLIFE
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Ethical Home Goods
Alltrueist
Alltrueist
Luxury Vegan Clothing & Accessories
Introducing: ethically made vegan silk.

Yes, it’s finally a thing! No, it’s not synthetic! 

I just (finally) published a full post all about vegan silk: what it’s made of, where to buy it, and how to style it.

Just pop over to ThePurist.life

PS: if you haven’t already, make sure you head over to @maison_alltrueist to admire/drool over their vegan silk collection. Trench coats, trousers, and this pleated skirt are all ethically made in Montreal.

#vegan #veganluxe #thelouvre
POV: it’s the first time in a long, long time th POV: it’s the first time in a long, long time that you truly enjoyed the magic of Christmas. ✨

Ethically made outfit details:
Recycled fibre coat by @ecoalf via @maison_alltrueist 
Organic cotton top by @mate_the_label 
Cotton touque by @muttonhead 
Bio “leather” sneakers by @alexandrak.co also via Alltrueist 

#firstchristmas #ethicalfashion #capsulewardrobe #winterfashion
The perfect moody nude lip doesn’t exi… #merit The perfect moody nude lip doesn’t exi…
#meritbeauty #nudelip #vegan #veganluxe #veganmakeup #sephoracanada
🇫🇷❤️ #magicmoments #effieltower #parisi 🇫🇷❤️

#magicmoments #effieltower #parisienne #parisianstyle #frenchgirldaily #frenchgirlstyle
S U N D A Y 🌞 I just wanted to wish you a happy S U N D A Y 🌞
I just wanted to wish you a happy start to October. I’ll be out soaking up the last rays of sunshine before things get too cold.

Also, how perfect is this combination of reversible blouse and skirt by VETTA? Both pieces are ethically made and are the perfect addition to a capsule based wardrobe (or any wardrobe really) since they can be worn multiple ways.

I have been working on a guide to packing for Paris with as few clothing items as possible. Given that Paris is know as a fashion capital, it might sound crazy right? But I was able to fit all of my clothing into a small carry-on AND I was able to serve tons of looks while I was there. I will let you know when the guide is published!

#vetta #vettacapsule #palaceofversailles #buyless #buylesschoosewell #capsulewardrobe #capsulecloset
S O L U N A 🌒 I don’t know who needs to read S O L U N A 🌒
I don’t know who needs to read this but YOU DONT NEED A NEW WARDROBE FOR THE NEW SEASON.
Here I’m wearing yet another ensemble using items I’ve had in my closet for 5-10 years. (The skirt was my #oneitemamonth from June.)
Even as someone who’s hyper focused on appearance, I’ve always managed to escape the pressure to continually have something “brand new” to wear out. Instead, I like dressing for my body and spending wisely on pieces I know will make me feel great. I don’t do trends because they often aren’t flattering on my petite and curvy frame. And they are often a waste of money, unless they happen to align with your personal style essence. (You can read more about dressing for your body and finding your style essence on my website.)

Right about now, your feed is probably flooded with people flaunting cute and cosy looks for autumn. Before you click onto your favourite online shop or head to the mall, take a good look inside your existing closet collection. What pieces there do you love? Is there really a need to add more? Or do we already have more than enough? 🙃

I’ll be sharing plenty of layered looks as we roll into the colder months. And many of them you can recreate because there’s a good chance you already own similar items.

#secondhandseptember #secondhand #outfitinspiration #outfitrepeater #dressedtonotkill
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