Exploring French Girl Style: Neutrals CAN Be Interesting

Table of Content

• Pink sweater and Floral skirt and By Far Strappy sandals
• Navy sweater and white jeans with Espadrilles
• I'm Parisian, and These Are the Styling Tricks That Make Me Look More French
• In Paris for the Holidays? Here’s a Special Gift from Galeries Lafayette
• Gray blazer and jean mini skirt with camel bucket bag

Instead, it focuses on finding the right balance between looking stylish and laid-back at the same time. There is something special about French girls, they always have that effortless, chic, and stylish look. When the temperatures start to rise, French girls are always prepared to step out onto the streets of Paris in their best spring looks. This woman should win an award for her DIY effort, as should anyone else who attempts to make this masterpiece. You’ll need thin, lightweight metal pipes, wire, duct tape , and some really narrow PVC pipe to use for the levels.

Black pants, black and white striped shirt, a black beret, white gloves, and face makeup to your heart’s content. With all this in mind, keep scrolling for simple outfit ideas that could be worth trying if you are into that Parisian vibe. This summer I met up with my friend Juny Breeze to talk all things vintage, Paris and her personal style. I met Juny at a party in Montmartre last year, and we became friends very fast.

Pink sweater and Floral skirt and By Far Strappy sandals

For the added impact, throw on an oversized masculine white shirt (or grab one of your bae’s?) over the swimsuit. Nothing counts as more effortless than that! This outfit is perfect for all your planned Instagram activities on the beach (that moment is not very French, but oh well…).

Many in this set have perfectly mastered wardrobes that are elevated and no-fuss. As a result, we routinely highlight the items Parisian women wear, includingnew trends and fresh spring picks. Next up, we wanted to zero in on the fashionable basics French girls wear on the regular. Leopard print is an absolute staple for french girls in the fall and winter, but they take it in a different direction than Americans usually go in when wearing leopard prints. French girls wear leopard prints coats or accessories that have a classic or slightly vintage silhouette. Outfit no.13 features a long sleeve striped t-shirt that can be tucked in, with the high waist midi skirt.

Navy sweater and white jeans with Espadrilles

The slip skirt–and-mules combo took root a few years ago, and French It girls like Mais have clearly taken to it. We predict that this outfit formula will continue to stand the test of time. It's comfortable, practical, and just dressy enough. You can now buy a slip skirt in every color, print, and fabric imaginable, and designers like BY FAR and Staud continue to pioneer the resurgence of open-toed mule sandals. Here is a great example of the classic French red lip.

Cool, new French fashion brands Parisian girls are wearing. Kaia is a San Francisco-based writer and editor. She has a broad area of interest in fashion – ranging from the 70s-80s style staples to contemporary street style looks. The gentle pink blazer adds the 60s touch to the look with the collarless design together with the poplin printed blouse underneath.

I'm Parisian, and These Are the Styling Tricks That Make Me Look More French

A high-rise straight leg jean is worth the money because it looks great with your style basics, creates a long vertical line, and seamlessly fits into business casual or date night. These pieces will never go out of style. I need to add some of these to my closet. Outfit no.10 is a classic and chic outfit. With a simple long sleeve blouse that you can unbutton from one up to two buttons, then add a layered necklace to go for that chic look. Paired with ankle boots and slim-fit pants that can enhance your feminine silhouette.

I couldn’t resist the blue Birkenstock sandals (here’s a similar pair) with the olive skirt. I wanted to build my own neutral, standout outfit, and I wanted to work around this new Mara Hoffman midi skirt that I’m obsessed with. I was going with my son to practice opening his locker at middle school . The difference here is that we can tell she tried. Her hair is sleek, and she is in neutrals from head to toe.

Check out my 12 wardrobe essentials, here. Though these two are definitely American, it’s undeniably fun to dress up as members of Paris’s Lost Generation crew. Scott Fitzgerald, Gertrude Stein and Ernest Hemingway are two other options. Stein requires a matronly look, Zelda should be styled like a flapper, and the two men would have suits and slicked-back hair . You can go historic or updated à la Kristin Dunst in the Francis Ford Coppola film. Don a poofy dress, big hair, and lots of jewels.

Next, check out the French-girl way to style jeans and ankle boots. The suiting trend feels particularly fresh when done in a muted color with cool accessories like rugged boots. We will send an email from time to time.

Now, get your french girl style on, grab your croissant, and stroll through the Marais. Remember, one of the most important things about french style is the state of mind behind it–not caring too much, but still looking polished and put together. You don’t have to be exact with your style, but French girls always look polished and classy. There is nothing effortless or chic about squinting in the sun, or the perpetual furrowing of the brow when you can’t see. So remember a great functional final touch to any outfit is a classic pair of sunglasses. It looks fantastic under your blazers, or even worn as a shirt dress .

Fall and winter french girl styles encompass a certain mood or mindset. You know it’s fall when your wardrobe starts to go towards the dark colors and textures like velvet and cashmere. French girls stick with muted, neutral tones and you will find shades of black, navy, wheat, ivory, pewter, burgundy, and cream pop up in their looks. Notice the common phrase “simple” being used here.

The summer heat

The bag you pick should be a neutral leather or fabric, and have one “focal point”. So don’t go overly detailed or overly loud. A simple buckle or hardware piece is fine but avoid the overly decorated bags. Opt for jeans without distress marks or holes, and always keep a limited color palette.

This is a good example of a retro street style outfit. Floral retro blouses are the way to channel Catherine Deneuve circa 50s or 60s. So, forget about plain staples for a moment and engage the vintage florals!