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I’ve been to Paris about a dozen times, and I keep coming back for the fashion. Sure, the city is beautiful and has a lot of history, but I also get a lot of style inspiration from the locals as they walk down the street.
No matter the season – Parisians know how to dress! However, the summer style of the French girl is not the same. If you want to feel like the most fashionable person in the room this summer, you’ll want to collect the following four trends that Parisian women swear by every year. I often see styles with embroidered details, satin-like fabrics, polka dot patterns and mule-style shoes, just to name a few. See these French-inspired picks from Quince, Reformation, Free People and more without setting foot in Le Marais.
20 Summer Pieces Inspired by the French Woman
Embroidered Tops
1. As Classy As It Gets: The French know how to turn a button-down shirt into something beautiful with embroidered stitching. I have seen women wearing this amazing blouse style from Paris all the way to the coast.
2. French Boho: This Treasure & Bond item combines boho style with French sophistication, thanks to the combination of a tailored silhouette and sparkling florals flowing over the top.
3. Artwork: Put it in the Louvre! This embroidered blouse with ruffle hem from Mango looks like a work of art.
4. Breezy Blouse: Even though Paris is hot in the summer, many French women still wear long-sleeved blouses, like this simple cotton ruffle blouse. It gets bonus points for the hard-working Peter Pan collar.
5. Peek-a-Boo: This linen blend option may look like your average embroidered tank from the front, but the back turns heads with a tie closure that encourages you to show a little skin.
Polka dots
6. Pattern Du Jour: I can’t go anywhere in Paris without seeing someone wearing a cute polka dot dress, so I quickly added this brown and white one to my cart.
7. A Pop of Color: Along with polka dots, the red lip is a Parisian staple. Match your lipstick to your outfit with this maroon and white polka dot sleeved blouse.
8. It makes no sense: Why spend extra time choosing an outfit when this strapless polka dot set is the obvious choice. Summery one-piece finds can be worn together or separately for endless style options.
9. All in Details: Add a little pop to your outfit with these polka dot heeled sandals that evoke a vintage vibe.
10. So French: There’s nothing more Parisian than this boat-neck polka dot look. Every French woman owns this style!
Silky Bottoms
11. Best: The French love luxurious fabrics, so it’s no surprise that satin trousers are a wardrobe staple. This soft pair feels as comfortable as pajamas.
12. The Real Deal: It’s hard to find a 100% silk skirt on Amazon, but I struck gold with this maxi option made from mulberry silk.
13. Let It Flow: Are these underpants or a skirt? Technically it’s pants, but with all the billowing fabric it’s very androgynous, which the French love.
14. Sweet Trim: You don’t often see Parisians wearing shorts, unless they’re like these lace-up silk ones that feel sassy and fun when paired with heels.
15. Just relax: Summer is not the time to wear loose clothing, which is probably why Parisians love soft, stretchy silk pants. This loose pair from Free People comes in four eye-catching colors, including a chic red.
Mules
16. Endless Choice: Professional mules are in style all year round in Paris. In summer, choose a light color, such as beige or nude, to blend in with the locals.
17. The Shore Is Calling: When the calendar turns to August, Parisians say ‘goodbye’ to the city and head to the beach. Therefore, they wear only one thing on their feet: beachy raffia mules.
18. Paris Classic: What was I saying before? The French love a pop of red, especially in their shoes. Wear these Mary Jane cherry mules, and everyone will think you’re a born-and-bred Parisian.
19. A little lift: Stilettos are a no-no on the cobbled streets of Paris, but if you’re looking for some extra height, these heeled mules are stable, chic and easy to walk on.
20. Cut: It’s hard to reinvent the mule, but the twisted cut unique to this leather style makes the silhouette feel fresh and new.
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