A complete guide to the French wardrobe’s must have

It is well known that France is the country of fashion. Coco Chanel, Jean-Paul Gaultier, Yves Saint Laurent .. these great houses of French designers create and set trends. You love fashion and want to adopt the perfect Frenchie look? Here are the must have your wardrobe should contain.

  1. The White Shirt

Many french wardrobe staples are borrowed from menswear, like the whte shirt. This shirt can be paired with a plaid blazer or straight black pants for an effortless yet chic look.

  1. The Little Black Dress

You can wear it on a job interview, to a cocktail party, your boyfriend’s parents’ dinner party and so many other places. It is the go-to dress for those I-have-no-idea-what-to-wear events in your life.

  1. The Trench

Ideal for work or just hanging out : the classic trench. Whether you choose khaki, black or beige, it offers a timeless silhouette. Pair with jeans or over a dress, it doesn’t matter, it will always look chic.

  1. The Masculine Blazer

Another staple borrowed from the boys, an oversized masculine blazer is absolutely found in all the cool french girls’ wardrobes.

  1. The Wrap Dress

Since the 70s look is very popular with French girls. Floral wrap dresses are perfect for those mid-summer trips to the south of France.

A few words to talk about your look :

  • A wrap dress : une robe portefeuille
  • A pair of trousers : un pantalon
  • A blue-jean : un jean
  • A dress : une robe
  • A skirt : une jupe
  • A shirt : une chemise
  • A sweater : un pull
  • A jumper : un pull
  • A tee shirt : un tee shirt
  • A jacket : une veste
  • A leather jacket : une veste en cuir
  • A coat : un manteau
  • A raincoat : un imperméable
  • A fur coat : un manteau de fourrure
  • A tracksuit : un survêtement de sport
  • A tracksuit jacket : une veste de survêtement
  • A belt : une ceinture
  • A bow tie : un noeud papillon
  • A hat : un chapeau
  • A scarf : une écharpe
  • A pair of sunglasses : une paire de lunettes de soleil
  • A tie : une cravate
  • A handbag : un sac à main
  • A heel : un escarpin

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