Note 46 - Deauville in August
Deauville Marina
Ever since leaving Montreal, life has been a little hectic (and it'll stay that way for a couple more weeks), so it was lovely to escape for a few days by the sea in Deauville. I had heard so much about Deauville and Trouville, and the stay lived up to it completely. We booked a last-minute Airbnb facing the marina, and the fresh sea air did wonders for me. For the first time in probably a year, I slept over 10 hours straight. The anxiety from the move and starting a new job just melted away with the sound of the waves and the seagulls.
Back to Deauville (and Trouville, since the two are so connected), it's such a charming place, with incredible seafood and storybook architecture, some houses looking like they belong in a witch's fairytale. I would absolutely recommend it, and it's left me wanting to explore more of Normandy.
In the meantime, here’s a recap of my weekend!
What I Wore This Week
Dress - Baum Und Pferdgarten (similar here) / Shoes - Aeyde
This polka-dot dress is one of my favourite "show ponies" (an item that brings excitement into my wardrobe). It's always perfect for a date night, and it works just as well in summer with heeled sandals like I'm wearing now, or with tights and heeled boots in fall. I always feel so comfortable in it.
The second dress is one I wore a lot the year I bought it, but I lost interest in it over the past couple of years. Still, it's an easy cotton dress for a day at the beach. Ever since our move, I've realized just how many clothes I actually own, and I'm trying to be more mindful about what I keep. I don't want to hold onto things I don't wear or that don't bring me joy. I'll write a full post about this soon, but I've already cleared out so much, and Vinted has become my new best friend. This dress, though, I'm still on the fence about; it was comfortable and lovely for that type of trip, but I don’t know how much wear I would get out of it on a daily basis. Anyways, so many wardrobe reflections lately!
Everyday Delights
Deauville port
Ceviche with local fish
Typical architecture
My favourite thing about Deauville & Trouville was, without a doubt, the architecture. The moment I stepped into town, I said the houses by the sea looked like they'd been pulled straight out of Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events. They’re quirky and beautiful all at once. I definitely slipped into a daydream, imagining myself writing a novel here by the coast.
The food was also a delight, with the sea surrounding us; there's no shortage of incredible seafood and fish. My highlight was a little restaurant tucked away on a quieter street called Le Weekend. It was unpretentious and so delicious. We got their seasonal menu, and it was incredibly generous: mussels and coquilles Saint-Jacques for starters, chicken and steak for the mains, with three sides: the best gratin dauphinois I've ever had, some fries, and a salad. We skipped dessert, but the service was lovely, and we talked about that meal for the rest of the trip.
Seagulls
Seaside
Stunning houses
This Week’s Edit
Flore Flore Max Tee in Off-White
I've been really into finding good basics lately, and while I do love my Leset Margo tees, I also keep hearing so much about Flore Flore. It's an Amsterdam-based brand specializing in T-shirts and long-sleeve tees, and their signature detail is a seam running down the back. I love this off-white colour; it would look perfect with dark jeans and nice leather boots.
I stumbled on this Substack article, "Is Wellness Culture Asking Too Much of Us?", and fell down a rabbit hole reading the creator's other newsletters. It's so on-brand for this era of constant optimization. As someone who's tried ear seeds, LED masks, and eating a kiwi before bed, it hit close to home: what is the limit to wellness, and when is enough actually enough? Just genuinely interesting reflections; I love reading and talking about them.
Flattered’s Bon Bon Leather Loafers
I know I already touched on overconsumption in the What I Wore section, but I think it's also about understanding our wardrobe needs and what we actually wear. I recently sold a pair of St-Agni sandals that I found beautiful but just too uncomfortable to wear. These Flattered loafers are on my list for fall, since they seem like a great alternative to boots and sneakers (while still looking put together), and they're made from soft, supple leather, so they won't dig in.
London Falling, Patrick Radden Keefe
I haven’t loved the last two books I read, so instead of recommending them, I thought I’d share the book I’m most excited to read: London Falling. I bought it for my boyfriend, and I’m desperate for him to finish it soon so I can get started on it. It’s a nonfiction that apparently reads like a page turner about London’s criminal underworld.
Love, S.
