We’ve come to the last Weekly Edit of 2025! I rounded out this last week of work for the year with one too many appointments and rendezvous but tis’ the season, right? I am working today to finish up final deadlines and to-dos so that I can fully unplug and relax for the remainder of […]

Christmas at home

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December 19, 2025

Vail ski trip packing list featuring cozy winter travel outfits including knit sweaters, turtlenecks, puffer jacket, scarf, beanie, gloves, leggings and winter boots curated by wit & whimsy

I’ve been going to Vail nearly every year of my life so packing for a trip out west is almost formulaic at this point. I pack pieces ready for the slope, ready for après ski and ready for days spent off the mountain. Cozy sweaters, great leggings, comfy and warm pieces — the Vail Valley […]

Vail Ski Trip Packing List

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December 15, 2025

I feel like I finally see the light at the end of the insane Q4 tunnel. My partnerships have all been posted, I hit my financial goal for the year last week and I’m winding down my content before my annual several week break that I truly always, always countdown to. I’m looking forward to […]

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December 12, 2025

Collage of winter outfits for Paris featuring a black wool wrap coat, navy double-breasted blazer, striped sweater, cozy knits, dark denim, wide leg trousers, black boots, sneakers, leather gloves, tote bag, beanie, scarf, and winter dress from Wit & Whimsy’s Paris in the Winter packing guide.

Visiting Paris in the winter is often low on people’s lists as they often opt for spring, summer or fall but I love the quietness of visiting Paris December through March. As the founder of En Route to Rêverie I have helped hundreds of people plan a trip to Paris via Rêverie in Paris and I have been […]

What to Pack for Paris in the Winter

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December 11, 2025

Today I’m bringing you another installment in my 2025 gift guides! The gifts for the frequent traveler guide is such a fun one to put together because who doesn’t love a bit of adventure? If you have someone in your life who is always jetting off somewhere (or if you happen to be that person) […]

Holiday gift guide collage featuring the best gifts for frequent travelers, including a clear TSA-approved toiletry bag set, mini skincare kit, black travel loungewear set, portable fast charger, monogrammed luggage tag, AirPods ear hooks, National Geographic 100 Hotels of a Lifetime book, leather tech organizer, retro film camera, jet setter travel pouch, and red travel journal.

Gifts for the Frequent Traveler

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December 8, 2025

London at Christmas

I flew home from London earlier this week after such a wonderful trip and then enjoyed a cozy week at home. The leaves on the trees outside my window are now all gone and it (along with the cold snap) was a stark reminder that winter is coming. As such I am looking forward to […]

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December 5, 2025

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