I've Lived in Paris—5 Summer Dress Outfits French Women Always Wear
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@vikilefevreThere's an effortless appeal to this outfit. Although the fabrication is detailed the oversized shirt and flat shoes make it a piece you can wear during the day. Remove the outer layer as the weather starts to warm up.
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@annelauremaisFrench women wear knitted dresses and maxis year round. They can be worn at home, for day events and events alike. Simply add your footwear of choice.
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@sylviemus_Classic slip dresses are integral to the French aesthetic, especially when worn minimally.
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@tamaramoryFrench women are adept at giving dresses a low-key spin, which often involves styling them with classic trainers.
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This trend lead piece is a forever staple in a French women's wardrobe. I'm particularly fond of the relaxed utility-inspired style.
Pair this with a slip for just the right amount of sheerness for the beach-to-town transition.
Slingbacks and mules are synonymous with French style. The Landis Mule is available in both open and closed-toe variations, so there's something to appease both tastes.
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The Harry Styles effect is still taking effect. For day-to-day, I prefer my rosette a little more subtle.
It might not be a French name but Realisation Par has honed in on the French girl aesthetic. Embrace the sheerness or add a slip underneath, either way, it's chic.
Rooper bags are a match for all occasions. Whether you're looking for a wedding pouch, a guest accessory or a date-night bag.
It wouldn't be a French edit without a pair of ballerina flats. Porte & Paire is most loved by our readers.
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Wear a slip dress with anything from trainers to mules. French women don this style with worn-in jackets and vintage leather, alike. It has an ageless and effortless appeal.
The Toast x Cubitts collaboration is crafted from cellulose chips that would otherwise go to a landfill. The waste materials are compressed and reworked making the suavest sunglasses.
There's a French lilt to Mashu bags that's undeniable. From the fabric outer to the vintage clasp, they're an investment you'll be glad you made decades on as they never date.
Each season, I scour the web looking for slip-on mules that bridges the gap between the high street and design. When it comes to quality, COS footwear is undefeated and bears a resemblance to its much pricier counterparts.
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French women appreciate small style details. The collar, frilled sleeve and embroidery on this dress really make it something special.
My Dragon Diffusion bag is one of my best wardrobe investments because of how much I wear it. Moving forward, I'll invest in styles with a carved-out shoulder nook. It looks like premium comfort.
Don't sleep on St Agni footwear, especially when it matches the exact hue of your handbag.
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The sweetest linen-blend tea dress with delicate lace trim and deep-seated v-neck.
Substantial and high-quality hoops with just the right amount of weight.
Each summer Loewe dominates basket bag edits for good reason.
