There is a mysterious flavor or French women’s stylishness. When you ask anyone to describe that style, you usually get the answer: chic, stylish, couture, classic, oh well, all in all, perfect. And they make everything look so effortlessly gorgeous. Wouldn’t you just love if you could get in the French woman’s wardrobe and rob her of everything? But wait, it’s not only about clothing pieces; it’s about properly putting it all together and wear it with Parisian charm and attitude. So, embark with us into this journey to find out what exactly the French fashionable “je ne sais qui” is and how can steal it.
Put a signature on it
Don’t be a slave to fashion trends. French women enslaved by fashion; they are masters of it. Buy clothes that you like; don’t just go to the store with the intention of buying what is the hottest trend in the given moment. That’s how you’ll look like one of the many girls, and a French woman would want to be special. When you are wearing an outfit, infuse it with your personal touch, and do that with every outfit. In that way, you’ll develop your signature look, and never again will you have to go to a fashion quest in order to find yourself. Why? Because you’ll never wonder again.
There is no mistake with striped shirt
When someone says “French”, what first crosses my mind is a Breton striped shirt. It is the ultimate look for every age and every day. It is that famous European “I’m cool and I’m not even trying” look that every lady should give a test. You can combine it with jeans, black pants, a pencil skirt or a maxi print skirt for a bohemian look. Some would say that this look is too stereotypical, but what’s wrong stereotypes when they are positive?
Make it fit
You should wear clothes which flatter your body shape, just like French women do. No matter the trends that are perhaps telling you to do otherwise, there is nothing more elegant then a woman’s figure, so you should accentuate your positives with the right clothes. Buy clothes that fit your figure, and if you make a mistake sometimes, you can always re-tailor it.
Neutral is the French black
French women make fashion look mature and grown-up, fashion is not a little girls’ play, it’s a woman’s business. And what is more mature then neutral color palettes? French women dress in white, beige, black and brown. Even on the beach, French ladies would never wear a colorful suit; they would often opt for neutral one-piece swimwear. As for the pop of color, they are compensating that with accessories.
What would Coco wear?
When having doubts about your outfit, ask yourself: what would the French fashion icon Coco Chanel wear? The ultimate fashion evergreen (or ever black) item is, of course, the little black dress every woman should have in her wardrobe. You would get Coco’s pat on the back also for wearing a fitted blazer or white cocktail attire.
Go bare-skinned
For a French woman, her face is her strongest asset. That’s why she finds that her crucial obligation is take proper care of it. For that reason, they often don’t need makeup because their skin already has a healthy glow. To complete that look, add just a hint of lipstick, mascara and blush.
Red lipstick as an accessory
A French woman thinks a red lipstick is more than just makeup; it’s a statement. And we couldn’t agree more. Wear it with as little as possible makeup, or no makeup whatsoever. This will give you an indefinable Parisian touch to your look.
Care for your hair
A proper Parisian lady has a hairdresser on the speed dial. She is nourishing her hair attentively in order to make it look healthy and shiny. short bob and a shoulder-dusting crop are the most common choice for her haircut. Simple yet chic is the way to go if you want to copy French woman hairstyles. She would never accessorize her hair, so neither should you. The un-styled style is her “je ne sais qui” when it comes to hair.
And the ultimate French women style secret is: Do not dress to impress; dress for yourself.