packing for Paris shopping - chic comfort

I have a busy and exciting week ahead, with a special client coming from the other side of the world to shop with me.  We'll be visiting my usual haunts in Normandy, but also doing some chic stuff in Paris, and for the days away from home , I need to pack carefully.

I know that our days are going to be full, and tiring, but I'll still need to be presentable, and comfortable, and wear clothes that will follow me through the day.

Virtual shopping is fun, I don't pay any attention to labels or prices, just pick out the stuff I like'... I put together these combinations, imagining some easy packing.  The weather is still uncertain here, so for each outfit I was looking for a basic pair of pants and a coat, that could be worn two ways, one slightly more dressy than the other.

Set number one is nude, grey and white.  I actually started off with a pair of soft pink pants, something I am enjoying this summer, but then opted for the white that is so easy to team up.

Set number two is looking for comfort and a more relaxed look for the day.  I love the scarf, and I adore the bag, but in the evening I'd have to leave the bag behind, since it really looks too harsh with the nude shoes and lacy top ...

Set three is very classical but still comfortable.  Anyone who has been here can tell you that this is not my normal attire for flea markets, but for some shopping in Paris, why not?!

The handbag here is a little happy extra for a charming mademoiselle K who came shopping here with me in June, and found this exact bag in vintage!  You see K, I said it would still be up to date!!

Do you ever shop virtually like this?  It's sort of fun to try out ideas before actually hitting the stores, and it helps me stay more focussed when I finally come to buy.

How carefully do you pack for going away?  Is it just a ton of stuff thrown into a bag, or do you do minimalist packing and buy as you need more once at destination?

Do tell, you know how I love to hear your point of view!