One of literature’s most common story arcs is the hero undertaking a physical journey. This traditional plot has driven countless novels over the centuries, with one of the most recent and most popular being Paulo Coelho’s The Alchemist. This book has a lot of polarizing opinions surrounding it, with people either loving or hating it. Personally, I think it’s an enjoyable story with surprising depth.

The Alchemist follows Santiago, a young shepherd from Andalusia, as he abandons his stable life to follow a Gypsy fortune teller’s prophecy, traveling to the Pyramids of Egypt in search of treasure. Santiago encounters many obstacles and meets many strange and mysterious people on this journey to discover his “personal legend.”

The Alchemist is one of the most widely published novels of all time, having been translated into over 60 languages. Coelho is Brazilian, so this book was originally written in Portuguese, but it has now touched a great deal of the world. So let’s journey to the sands of Egypt and get some fashion inspiration from this bestseller.

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Sands of the Desert

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The Alchemist follows protagonist Santiago’s journey to find his “personal legend” as well as a prophesied treasure. While searching for riches and enlightenment, Santiago travels far and wide. So, for your next journey big or small, why not look to this story for style inspiration?

Layering is key for travel, whether you’re walking, driving a car, or taking an airplane. Combine a comfortable tank, a slouchy hoodie, and a trendy khaki jacket, then grab a backpack that’s both sturdy and easy to schlep around. Tuck your jeans into some awesome combat boots for comfort. Show some personality with your earrings, then head off on your adventure!