F
rance has always been of tremendous interest to me. I find the food, accent, fashion, and the entire Je ne sais quoi absolutely irresistible. When it comes to fashion, the French have been a recognized player for decades, and still counting, and for a fashion girl like myself, it is easy to get lost in the birthland of Coco Chanel and Haute Couture. The French girl outfit is a graceful display of elegance, timelessness, and class. More than enough to send any style connoisseur to fashion heaven.
For an average La Parisienne, dressed down really means dressed down, however, this doesn’t mean there’s no room for edgy fashion. By throwing on a hat or a sudden pop of color, a certain effortless edge can be birthed in even the most subtle outfits. Consequently, a French girl’s wardrobe is bursting with classics–think dresses, denim, structured bags, berets, vintage picks, scarfs– and a secret rule: never reflect too much effort.
Classic pieces may sound a bit laid-back, but the French girl gracefully balances them out with a trendy vibe. Simply put, the Parisian style is about excellent, classy, and long-lasting pieces you could wear this summer, and every other summer. This season we find ourselves marveling particularly over the La Parisienne’s style: one that’s carefully curated to look entirely effortless.
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Delicate dresses
Dresses are an all-time staple of the French girl outfit. From prints to the little back dresses (LBD) and polka dots, the right dress can instantly level up your Parisian style. Play your accessory game hard with timeless handbags and trendy hats. Don’t limit your accessories to that, however, as sunglasses and jewelry are also spot on.
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Flirty shorts
It’s summer and an undeniably great reason to show off your amazing legs. Whether you are throwing on a distressed denim, or cargo shorts, the perfect shorts for the perfect French girl outfit should be comfortable, stylish and laid-back. You don’t want to defeat the purpose of Parisian style with loud, attention-seeking outfits. Ultimately, do you.
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Desirable pants
Pants are an undeniable gem when it comes to a French girl’s outfit, or any outfit for that matter! With such a wide variety of style, fit, color and texture, there is almost no where the ‘almighty’ pants won’t fit. A note of warning however, make sure that when selecting fitting pants, they shouldn’t be too tight. Alright girl, go on and slay!
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Trusted denims
Denims are tried and trusted, no wonder many La Parisienne flock to them. Whether you are styling it up with a blazer, or rocking it subtly with a shirt, the denim will always show up right. This piece of clothing reportedly emerged from Genoa, Italy, and Nîmes, France. Another not-so-surprising reason to find your Parisian style in it.
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Stylish blazers
Yes, I know when you think of blazers, you remember the annoying outfit that reminds you of your boring job, but blazers are far from this. From street style to high fashion and (oh-oh) workwear, this clothing is undoubtedly splendid. When it comes to the French girl outfit, blazers can be worn with girly skirts, trusted types of denim, desirable pants…everything! That is to say that with this item, your creativity is the only factor.
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Girly skirts
Skirts are all so girly, and I love them! When worn in mini, they flaunt your gorgeous legs, when in maxi, they give a regal look and the sweet spot–the midi skirt–is extra perfect. What’s not to love in skirts? When, however, you are channeling your inner Coco Chanel in a French girl outfit, do remember to stick to the less is more rule. After all, toned-down is considerably fierce.
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Jumpsuit and two-piece
Yes, they are two different clothing, but they can have the same effect. From delivering a well-coordinated look with little need for extra styling to increasing your glam with little effort, these two are undeniably fashionable. Every French girl knows the jumpsuit and two-piece are essential, and you should, too. Like Didi Stone, rock your two-piece with delicate jewelry, or make a statement with them. Regardless of what you choose, don’t forget to be you.
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