The life of Paris in the Middle East.
Paris Verra is our long-time wanderlust muses.
Travelling to some of the planet’s most amazing locations, her magical Instagram feed @parisverra is where dreams are born.
Travelling to some of the planet’s most amazing locations, her magical Instagram feed @parisverra is where dreams are born.
Inspiring escapism with an unmistakeable signature and appreciation for the exotic and ethereal, we talk to one of our favourite creatives about her life in Saudi Arabia.
PARIS, PLEASE TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF.
I am originally from the Illinois, but I spent most of my early 20’s living in California. I road tripped and backpacked in my free time and now I am grateful to be able to do it for a living. I am passionate about sharing my perspectives and experiences through photography. I hope to inspire others to break out of their societal norms, follow their dreams, and travel with an open mind. When I am not traveling, I am cuddling my 5 rescue kitties and drinking green juice and smoothies.
WHAT DREW YOU TO SAUDI ARABIA?
Safety, The People (Hospitality, Culture), and Beautiful Untouched Landscapes
But to be honest, I initially had no intention of visiting anywhere in the Middle East. I was always a tropical beach traveler, therefor my bucket list was filled with many other countries prioritized before I’d ever planned to visit Saudi Arabia - this is a mistake by the way, you must add Saudi to the top of your list : ). My mom first introduced me to the Middle East, since she began working in Saudi (5 years now), and based on her love for it, I decided to get a visa to visit her. Little did I know, I would not only fall in love with this country, but leave California to live here. It’s different than I ever imagined, the safest place to live as solo women, and a place that makes you feel at home.
YOUR CONTENT IS AMAZING, WHERE DO YOU GATHER YOUR INSPIRATION?
Aw thank you so much; I definitely pour my soul into my work.
The world; people, places, experiences inspire me.
I visit a place with ideas I’d like to see, shop locally, let the day/light take me, interact with locals, and then take photos- in this way the emotion evoked through my experience speaks for itself. I crave places that people don’t know about or places that are feared to go; it leaves me a fresh pallet to freely create and bring a unique untold perspective.
HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR PERSONAL STYLE?
Unique, Dreamy, & Bohemian
WHO ARE THE CREATIVES THAT YOU’RE CURRENTLY ADMIRING?
I’ll forever admire the ever so dreamy @helloemilie. Some other variety of favorites are @taramilktea, @nicholas.fols, @karl_shakur, @joeyldotcom, @estherscanon.
WHAT ARE YOUR MOST CHERISHED DAILY RITUALS WHILST TRAVELING?
While traveling, weirdly enough I cherish accommodations with a bath tub (at least as often as feasible); I LOVE and value soaking after and before a long day of adventure.
Also, If I can start my day with a smoothie or green juice this would be my idea daily ritual around the world.
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From the top, Paris wears...
Amberley Midi Skirt in Sapphire with the Hope Cardigan in Ivory (available in Secret Garden Chapter Two).
The Amberley Sundress in Emerald
(available in Secret Garden Chapter Two).
p.s Secret Garden Chapter Two, launches Thursday, 8th April at 10am AEST.