French style is, at its core, super simple, but it's also very particular. Think of what the quintessential French muse might have in her weekly rotation, though, and a few mainstays are guaranteed—the best jeans one can get their hands on, an assortment of essential tees to pair with jeans and relaxed trousers, put-together cardigans and sweaters, blazers and tailored coats for layering, and comfortable shoes made for walking. Basically, it's everything you're bound to find on a trip to J.Crew's website.
Everyone's favorite anti-trend trend—the pieces that emulate Parisian style most—are seasonless staples you can almost bet will never go out of style. I'd say that just about sums up almost every J.Crew purchase I've made. Currently, the brand's online offering has everything from embellished sweaters and cropped cardigans to tweed dresses and enough striped tops to lose count, which is all very French, if I must say. I rounded up my favorites below, just in case you were looking to restock your wardrobe with a few tried-and-true styles.
There is nothing cooler than a very luxe-looking blazer paired with a relaxed tee and jeans.
The dropped sleeves on this cardigan are phenomenal, and it comes with just the perfect crop for styling with high-waist bottoms.
The collaboration between the rosette trend and crisp white button-downs needed to happen.
Red is the color of the moment.
These match everything.
This is the epitome of sophisticated denim.
These loafers are just as easy as they are cool. Add socks and a cozy crewneck sweater of your choice to fully solidify the look.
This cozy turtleneck comes in both gingerbread brown and heather soft pink, and frankly, both are a necessity and wearable with so many things.
The ultimate staple to pair with blue jeans and loafers or a skirt and Mary Janes.
This on-sale coat is flying off the J.Crew site, and for good reason.
Layer all of your basic tees under this.
These jeans land in the sweet spot between fashion-forward and a style that will never get old.
From the statement pockets to the intricate faux-stitching details, this jacket proves J.Crew really knows how to elevate a sweater.
You can take this through every season.
The easiest way to pull any outfit together is with a tailored topcoat.
To pair with said topcoat.
Not to sound dramatic, but few jackets are this flawless.
Nothing like a striped sweater.
There truly is no such thing as too many flats when it comes to building a classic wardrobe.
Introducing the key to a versatile wardrobe.
J.Crew's straight-leg leather pants are always tailored to perfection. From a plain tee to a blazer, they'll elevate anything you wear on top.
Metallic-thread pinstripes? Genius.
Another piece you'll keep in rotation for ages.
These romantic ruffles are spot-on when it comes to the European aesthetic.
The most classic sneakers.
French dressing is all about pieces you'll wear forever, and this is so timeless.
Wear these at the office and you'll be best dressed.
A must-see if you, too, are obsessed with trench coats right now.
Style this tweed skirt with Mary Janes and a cardigan or sweater.
Such a sleek neckline.
A completely perfect sweater, from the balloon sleeves to the high neck and rhinestone accents.
This turtleneck marries ruffle details with the quintessential basic top. It doesn't get any better.
This post was published at an earlier date and has since been updated.
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