If You Want to Achieve a Parisian Look, Purchase These 7 Summer Items and Style Them This Way
Close your eyes and envision the most stylish French individual you follow on Instagram. What is her outfit? Maybe she's donned a light button-up and a luxurious silk headscarf, or perhaps a patterned dress paired with flip-flops. French-girl fashion, after all, is in a league of its own. The encouraging part? You don’t need a ticket to Paris to embody the style—all it takes is a selection of très chic summer essentials. French women typically prefer classic, reliable wardrobe staples over temporary trends from the internet. They also excel at combining different prints, colors, and textures—a talent that is particularly evident during the warmer months. While they are skilled at layering knits (and coats!), nothing is quite as chic as seeing a French woman leisurely walking in a light day dress and trendy flats.
With rising temperatures, we’ve been observing the summer trends captivating Paris. We’ve compiled a list of seven essential French-girl items—detailed below, along with styling suggestions for each silhouette.
The Formula: Printed Dress + Flip-Flops + Cardigan
No one appreciates a printed dress quite like the Parisian fashion crowd. It’s clear why this look has become a wardrobe staple—it does the majority of the style work. This summer, anticipate floral and polka dot patterns to be prominent on the streets. Style your printed dress with flip-flops and a cardigan for a look that is sure to be French-girl approved.
The Formula: Silk Headscarf + Neutral Dress
While silk headscarves may be making waves in New York and Los Angeles this season, Parisian women have been ahead in the trend. As demonstrated by the French style set, nothing enhances an outfit quite like a printed headscarf. Let the accessory take center stage by pairing it with a neutral dress—preferably a strapless style that embodies summer.
The Formula: Striped Button-Up + Bikini Top + Lace Skirt
When uncertain, reach for a striped button-up—it's a principle that Parisian women have embraced for years. Layer the light top over a bikini during summer, or button it up fully for office wear. A lace skirt adds a romantic flair to the outfit.
The Formula: Woven Flats + Minidress + Long Coat
Woven flats took the spotlight as a prominent footwear trend last summer, and they're set to make a comeback this year, at least in Paris. For a fun twist, choose jelly flats; for a more polished look, opt for a netted style (like the Staud pair below). The shoes add character to a simple minidress-and-trench-coat combination.
The Formula: White Tee + Printed Skirt + Kitten Heels
As noted, Parisian women stick to their wardrobe essentials. A classic white tee is one staple they can't do without. Whether paired with a printed skirt or casual jeans, it remains a dependable option. To enhance the look, slip into some kitten heels.
The Formula: Sporty Shorts + Simple Tank + Slingback Pumps
Sporty shorts exude a certain coolness that Parisian women seem to appreciate. The French-girl approach to wearing these shorts? Style them with a simple tank, slingback pumps, and a leather bag.
The Formula: Fringe Necklace + Classic Button-Up
Long fringe necklaces made a significant impact last summer, and according to French women, this trend is not fading anytime soon. Take inspiration from them by layering this piece over a simple button-up or tee.
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If You Want to Achieve a Parisian Look, Purchase These 7 Summer Items and Style Them This Way
The style of French girls stands out uniquely—these seven essential pieces are crucial for achieving that très chic appearance this summer.
