I am a huge daydreamer. People often catch me staring into space and wonder where I’ve gone off to. Well, lately, it’s been a cab ride to the airport to catch the next flight to Paris. Something about that magical city has a hold on me: the architecture, the boulangeries, and, most importantly, the effortless style of the women who live there. It feels like the perfect place to get lost and rediscover both yourself and your sense of style.
It’s been a few years since my last trip to the fashion capital, so I’ve been saving all of the inspiration that I can from the girls who have taken snaps of my favorite Parisian outfits. Curiosity got the best of me, as always, so I decided to bring Paris straight to your web browser to get the inspo and insights that come with a trip to France without having to leave the house.
A quick chat with my favorite fashion insiders who have either recently visited or are currently living in Paris to find out what they’ve learned from the city about French fashion was long overdue. Read on to discover the Paris outfits that I’ve fallen in love with and what the women who wore them have learned from their time in the city.
Name a style tip that you have you learned from visiting Paris.
“Parisians dress effortlessly chic, cool, and yet individually! The following five (French-girl) style tips helped me to refine my own style: Minimalism is key, accessories are everything, switch things up with unexpected twists every now and then, experiment with more masculine pieces, and invest in the basics for a timeless Parisian wardrobe.”
What piece can you not travel to Paris without?
“There’s one must-have I’m currently wearing 24/7: a trench coat. It is a perfectly timeless, elegant, yet some sort of edgy piece.”
Name a style tip that you have you learned from visiting Paris.
“I usually visit Paris in the fall, so if there’s one thing I always notice when I’m there, it’s the power of outerwear and a nice pair of shoes. A tailored coat and a nice, clean pair of shoes will dress up any look, and it almost doesn’t matter whatever else you’re wearing when your shoe-and-coat game is on lock!”
What piece can you not travel to Paris without?
“A good oversize blazer! They dress up jeans and a tee and can double as a coat over eveningwear too. I have way too many blazers to count, so I always go through my closet, pick my latest favorites, and add them to my packing list!”
Name a style tip that you have you learned from living in Paris.
“I learned that sometimes in fashion, less is more. A simple touch of lipstick or a good perfume can be enough to feel dressed and full of assurance walking in the streets of Paris. It can give you that effortless Parisian style.”
What piece can you not travel to Paris without?
“It depends on the season, of course, but maybe a pair of jeans. It’s easy and comfortable and can be worn in many ways and for different occasions if you twist it.”
Name a style tip that you have you learned from living in Paris.
“I’m from Paris, and we French women always dress comfortably and according to our activities.”
What piece can you not travel to Paris without?
“You can’t travel to Paris without a pair of sneakers. Your feet would die.”
Name a style tip that you have you learned from living in Paris.
“Simplicity is a key to success. However, there is never too extra when it comes to Paris.”
What piece can you not travel to Paris without?
“I think the black blazer is a must-have piece while you are in Paris, especially in fall. It is a staple Parisian style piece that will never go out of style.”
Name a style tip that you have you learned from visiting Paris.
“I’d say that sometimes, less is more. The more classic and timeless pieces you have, the more it’s easy to create some cool looks.”
What is your favorite outfit that you’ve worn in Paris?
“This one has been my favorite lately. I love this preppy look, and brown is one of my favorite colors this season.”
What piece can you not travel to Paris without?
“Knee-high boots. I love wearing skirts and dresses all fall/winter, so knee-high boots are essentials to stay warm, chic, and feminine.”
Name a style tip that you have you learned from visiting Paris.
“Curiously, living in Paris taught me a lot about vintage clothing! Parisian style is a lot about timeless designs, so sourcing them secondhand is always a good way to find beautiful and unique items to cherish forever.”
What piece can you not travel to Paris without?
“My number one would definitely be a good pair of high-waisted jeans. Everyone wears blue jeans here because they’re so versatile. But since I already mentioned jeans, I’ll add another item: a mid-length dress, preferably with a slit (to show off those legs!) with a nice vintage pattern on it. Feminine and sensual, but not over the top.”
Name a style tip that you have you learned from visiting Paris.
“Any look looks good with a baguette!”
What piece can you not travel to Paris without?
“Any piece from Rowen Rose.”
