The smell of baguettes mixed with a crisp fall breeze, the view of the Eiffel Tower basking in a warm sunset, and sitting cafe-side sipping on a toasty cappucino… sigh, it truly feels like fall. 

And we figured, what better way to showcase the best of fall than by spending it in arguably one of the most beautiful places in the world… Paris

When Vic and I embarked on planning our seasonal editorial for fall, we couldn’t resist booking a last minute flight to Paris to serve as the most beautiful backdrop to show you guys what the brands and products we’re loving for the new season. Between fashion, skincare, fragrance, bodycare, to travel accessories, we hope this round up and Fall Vibes in Paris inspires you to embrace the golden-toned season and everything it has to offer. But as the French would say, allons-y!

Kiehls has long been one of my favourite skincare brands that I’ve raved about. I love that their products are rooted from the brand’s apothecary roots and the way their products work definitely show just that. That are 2 new products I got introduced to recently and they’ve quickly become go-to fall (and likely forever) favs:

Fall is all about getting our bodies ready for the winter (which, in the words of John Snow… is DEFINITELY coming). Putting the glamour aside for a second… I actually suffer from psoriasis, and it’s something that affects me all year round, but especially in the colder months. My dermatologist first introduced me to CeraVe about a year ago, and even though the bottles might not be fancy and the price points are affordable, I’m telling you… this stuff is LIFE CHANGING. 

If you’re unfamiliar with CeraVe, you definitely want to look into it. The technology is actually formulated from a dermatologist perspective and the results show. My bumps and dry patches go down almost immediately (as does the itchiness).

These are are some of my favourite products leading into the colder seasons, but CeraVe has options for every skin type and in all honesty, it’s definitely an all year round sorta thang. 

Bentley Leathers is a proudly Canadian retailer and it’s one that I grew up with. Every new school year, my mom would take me to go pick out a new backpack and Bentley is always where we went to get it. Although I’m not going back to school this fall, I travel… a lot. And Bentley is the go-to for that too (amongst a ton of travel accessories and fashion items).

I had been in the market for a while for a new suitcase and really wanted to try an aluminum suitcase. I had so many questions I wanted answers to: is it worth the money? what about the marks and dents? is it really sturdier? I got my answers.

After taking the Bentley Blackbook Luggage with me from Toronto to Paris, from Paris to Santa Barbara (with 2 connections), and then back to Toronto, I can safely say that this baby is 100% worth the investment. It’s a more cost efficient option to other aluminum luggages and is seriously worth every penny. Here’s why: 

– the durability is next level. Sure, it has dents and scratches (like any other luggage), but on the aluminum case, it’s almost appealing to see the imperfections. It tells a story of your travels. 

– the snap enclosure is SO much more efficient than zippers and actually allows you to pack so much more into it

– I love that this one has multiple sections and the enclosures for each section are so smart

– the sturdiness of the piece makes it easier to roll around and doesn’t flop around like flimsier luggages

– it has 360 degree spinning wheels

– it has 2 TSA approved locks that are really easy to program

– and lastly, it’s hella stylish and beautiful to look at

I’ve featured this incredible female-driven brand so many times in the past, but Poppy and Peonies’ new fall collection is TO DIE FOR. After featuring it on my IG Stories, I received SO many messages about when these babies would be launching. And the day has come… they’re officially available online!

From the perfect cross bodies, to perfectly studded clutches, here are a couple of my favourites and where to pick up these gorgeous clutches made by girlbosses for girlbosses:

Here are the bags styled (basically went with every single one of my outfits):

Deep down, I am the biggest nerd (especially when it has to do with technology). And I finally, FINALLY, got my hands on a tablet. I had been hesitant for a while, but after getting my hands on the Samsung Galaxy Tab S4, I have no idea why I waited so long. I have a full review of its features and functionality coming to the blog soon, but I couldn’t help including it in my new season favs. I took it with me to Paris and it was literally my best friend the entire trip. 

Between the ability to literally write on it with the S Pen, the keyboard functionality, the desktop mirroring, and the longest battery life ever (hello Netflix binging!), this is the piece of tech that will keep you company for those chilly nights in and those productive days out.

I love picking up new scents every season. I feel like fragrance tells a story and with every new season, I have new stories to tell. Whenever I pick up a scent from my perfume tray, it automatically brings me back to a time and memory. And for this fall in Paris, there was no better scent to fit the scene than “La Vie Est Belle” by Lancome. 

Did you know it was incarnated by Julia Roberts herself? Talk about a Pretty Woman moment. The scent is floral but what I love most about it is its message. It’s about loving life, appreciating it, and spreading happiness everywhere you go. And there was no better sentiment or floral adorned smell to dress our memories of Paris in. 

Even if you’re not in Paris, you’ll love La Vie Est Belle… and who knows, maybe it’ll transport you there!

I hope you liked this fall-must haves editorial round up, that some of these items resonate with you, and most of all, that it inspired you to dress yourself in everything fall has to offer! Cheers to falling madly in love with fall!

What was your favourite item in the fall must-haves round up? What’s your favourite thing about fall?

*** This post was made in generous partnership with our partners: Kiehls Canada, CeraVe Canada, Poppy and Peonies, Lancome, and Bentley Leathers.