French outfits are great. The classiness. The timelessness. Need I go on? But easy 6 piece outfits are also great. So what happens when you put those two together? You’ve got a chic look that required basically no effort. Can I get a yes please and I’ll take six?!
6 French Outfits That Only Require 6 Pieces
1. lightweight cashmere sweater + flare jeans + low block heel + straw bag + beret + pearl earrings
The pieces needed in this look are easy to come by and extremely versatile!
In a French outfit, you’ll see jeans worn in a more classic style. No huge rips and paint splatters all over. When in doubt, you can never go wrong with dark denim.
Full disclosure my sweater isn’t 100% cashmere, but the French buy the best quality of what they can afford, choosing to get more expensive and luxe fabrics.
When encapsulating the French you won’t be wearing platform heels, instead, opt for a sensible low block heel.
Straw bags are a spring and summer staple, but I love them in fall and winter too, when styled correctly. They add that right amount of texture that’s needed to make a look more interesting.
And finally a beret, because why not? 🙂
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2. tall boots + trench coat + dress + silk scarf + dainty necklace + baker boy hat
Though ankle boots are usually the go-to for French women, it doesn’t mean they don’t rock a taller boot every now and then!
Trench coats are quintessentially French, but you can still be American and rock one!
You can pair this look with black or sheer tights in the cooler months. It’s a chic way to keep those legs warm!
For accessories, I’m giving my beret a break and wearing a newsboy/baker boy cap instead. I finished this look off with a silk scarf and minimal gold jewelry because less is more (well, sometimes hehe).
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3. oversized button down + oversized blazer + high waist jeans + mule/slides + camel scarf + handbag
This look is menswear-inspired, literally, because I stole the button down from my man’s closet haha. I tucked in the front and purposefully let the cuffs go wild for that “didn’t try too hard” look.
I like the oversized on oversized look with this big blazer too. It creates a classy look that isn’t too stuffy.
The camel scarf adds a new neutral to this look and high waist jeans paired with loafer slides are just my favorite thing!
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4. beret + black sweater + black cigarette pants + cap toe heels + bag + pearl earrings
If I had to pick one color to wear for the rest of my life it would be…wait for it….black! Are you shocked? 😉
Annoying fact aside that it shows all lint and every stray hair that falls from my head, black is slimming, matches everything, and forever in style.
Cigarette pants are another Parisian style go-to. Earlier I said when in doubt, go with dark denim and now I’m adding when in doubt, go straight!
These cap toe shoes keep in theme with a low block heel for a classy way to dress up a look.
You can’t see the earrings, but that makes 6!
5. high waist crop flare jeans + tee + moto jacket + sneakers + beret + sunglasses
When trench coats and blazers are taking a break, French women pull out their moto jackets.
As you know, French style usually equals neutrals, but when they do dabble in color they aren’t afraid of a little red! Whether it’s in the lips or pops here and there, they balance it out with other neutrals.
I’m wearing the iconic style of crop flare jeans paired with sneakers for a look that is playful yet chic.
6. button down + maxi skirt + sunglasses + clutch + heels + belt
Blouses and button downs are essentials in a French woman’s wardrobe and this top paired with this maxi skirt makes for the perfect evening or going out look.
The skirt is very dramatic, so everything else is kept simple with black heels, black sunglasses, and a black clutch.
As you know, tailoring is a big deal, so I finished off the look with a belt to add that polished feel.
Once you see it all broken down it’s pretty easy to copy these french outfits, right? I hope so because that was my goal! Whether you’re going out and about or out on the town, you’re sure to look Parisian chic by following these formulas.
You are SO chic! I love all these outfits – I can’t decide which one I love most!!
Thanks, Megan!!
What brand were the cap toe, block heeled ankle strap shoe?
I got them from Payless before they went out of business locally. Was it Dexter? Sorry, I can’t remember exactly and I don’t have the shoes anymore!
So NOT French, every single one of these outfits. Too fussy, too bright, too many distractions from a clean, long line.
How am I supposed to choose just ONE look that I love most? They’re all spectacular! The very first look reminds me of springtime, so I adore that. The all-black ensemble is fantastically chic. The red skirt? SWOON! Goodness, they’re all lovely.
Thanks for the love 🙂
All these outfits are super chic. I wish I could have them all. I’m still trying to master wearing a beret.
You really have an amazing wardrobe. I wish I could have all of these chic outfits. I’m still trying to master wearing a beret.
Thanks so much! I don’t know if I were the beret right or not but I just go for it 😉
i love the french inspired style and you have seriously nailed every single look babe! so good! thanks for sharing this inspo x
Thanks girl! I’m so obsessed with that style too!
Love these styles. Thank you for the inspiration. As an older woman I will have to tweak them a little to be age appropriate but have everything I need already in my closet for a couple of them.
You have the French chic look down pat! I love all the looks but the trench coat look is my favorite!
Thank you! I loved wearing that one!
I’m loving all these looks and they all seem very easy to recreate!
That’s what I was hoping for!
My favorite is so the Trench coats WOWOW!!! awsome job!
Thanks!!!
LOVE the red skirt and red kicks. So fun! I am so ready for spring! Great Post! Thanks for sharing!!
I am so ready right there with ya!
Beautiful photos, I love your editing style and collages! Look number two is my favorite.
Thanks, Timpani 🙂 It takes way longer but it’s fun to do!
I love them all but I guess my faves are the all black with those gorgeous shoes and the fabulous red skirt!!
Those shoes were such a lucky find!
Your outfits are all adorable! I need to do this with my clothing…I need a minimalist wardrobe!
It really does help when getting dressed! I have a blog post about how to build a wardrobe from scratch and it talks about getting started with a minimalist wardrobe!
Fabulous outfits, one can never go wrong with a trench and boots that’s my favourite and also the whole black outfit.
Thanks! Black is always a safe bet!
Carolyn!! I love all of these outfit! I’m posting some beret outfits on my blog soon, I think they look so chic!
Looking forward to seeing those outfits!
I really love the beret trend. I think it’s adorable & so chic! I definitely need to get on board & buy one!
-Madi xo | http://everydaywithmadirae.com
I wear my beret so much!
what a romantic style look book! these 6 pieces really are worth the investment!
I agree 🙂
That all black outfit is my favorite! How Parisian chic 🙂
-xo, Azanique | https://www.lotsofsass.com
Pretty much my goals haha!
So many cute outfits! so inspired by the trench coat and berets! You look amazing as always
Thank you! I’m always a fan of a trench and a beret!
Oooooh la la! I’m loving all of these outfits but I think the second one is my fave
Thanks, Gita 🙂
Wow love it all!! Your styling is impeccable! And love your photography too!
That red skirt is a fabulous staple piece to add to a neutral heavy wardrobe! Love it!❤️Thank you for the darling style inspo.
I agree! If I’m going to wear something bold I like it balanced out with neutrals too!
I love ALL of your jeans the most! : )
Why thank you, Vanessa!