French women are certainly a strong source of inspiration for this editor. I’ve covered the topic at length, touching on everything for the seven-piece French fall wardrobe to exactly how I learned to dress like the French from some firsthand observations when living in Paris for three months. But now I don’t have to take a trip to Paris to take in their style lessons. Instead, I’m looking to Instagram to find out their best outfit ideas and adopting them for myself.
If you, too, admire French style as much as I do, and wouldn’t mind borrowing some of their outfit ideas, I’ve rounded up some of the best here. These looks are a far cry from the trench coat and Breton stripes that Parisian women are often associated with. Instead, you’ll find the classics mixed in with a new wave of style ideas with everything from bold colors to minimal and modern shoes. Ahead, see the what stylish French women are wearing now and shop the pieces to get their looks—even if you never step foot in the Tuileries.
A SLIP SKIRT OUTFIT + NEXT SEASON'S IT SHOES
Marta Cygan was spotted wearing a flowy skirt with The Row's latest minimal sandals. Mark our words, these shoes are about to be everywhere.
Available in sizes XS to XL.
Available in sizes 2 to 8.
A PRETTY STRIPED DRESS + CLASSIC LEATHER SANDALS
Now, this is the dress to buy if you're heading on an end-of-summer vacation. While the red version sold out, there's another color that still available.
Available in sizes 0 to 12.
A HALTER SILHOUETTE + A BEADED BAG
Will this be the next Instagram-famous piece from Réalisation? I'm betting on it.
Available in sizes XXS to XL.
ANIMAL-PRINT PANTS
Animal prints will be one of the biggest trends of fall, hands down. Here's how to pull them off like a French girl.
Available in sizes 0 to 12.
JEANS + UNEXPECTED COLOR
Available in sizes XS/S to M/L.
Available in sizes 23 to 32.
A RUFFLE MINI DRESS
Available in sizes XS to L.
POLKA DOTS
Available in sizes 34 to 42.
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