My Friend Wants to Dress Like a Parisian—5 Cool Outfit Ideas I Recommended

One of my friends recently stumbled upon one of my stories highlighting Parisian-inspired style. She loves the effortless and chic aesthetic this set often has, and wanted a fresh list of outfit ideas that would give her that Parisian look.

I scrolled through the Instagram feeds of some of the most stylish French women and sent her five cool outfit ideas that feel very je ne sais quoi. I’m sharing the ensembles with you below as well for inspiration. I also rounded up product recommendations for each outfit if you want to add a fresh piece or two to your wardrobe this season.

This ensemble is perfection. It's easy, cool, and elegant. A gray knit is a fashion-person staple that exudes effortlessness. And yes, styling it with a satin skirt and knee-high boots feels very Parisian.

J.Crew

Cashmere Relaxed V-Neck Sweater

Hanes

Comfortblend Essentials Cotton Crewneck Tee

Anne Klein

Pull-On Satin Bias Cut Skirt

Sam Edelman

Sylvia Knee High Boots

I love the layered look here with the double sweater. The beige pants and leather jacket amp up the cool factor.

Michael Kors

Oversize Leather Blazer

Banana Republic

Lightweight Cashmere Crew-Neck Sweater

Almina Concept

Cropped Wool Sweater

Levi's

Ribcage Wide Leg Jeans

Vince

Marin Suede Lace-Up Loafers

A suede trench will elevate any look. The brown coat pops with the tailored separates here.

Ducie

Corrin Suede Trench Coat

Open Edit

Everyday Straight Leg Pants

Madewell

Chunky Metal Leather Belt

Manu Atelier

Le Cambon 35 Deep Brown Suede

An oversize sweater and jeans combo is no-fail. While this COS sweater is sold out in this color, there are a few left in another hue. The cuff over the sleeve is also noteworthy—very modern.

COS

Chunky Pure Cashmere Crew-Neck Jumper

Citizens of Humanity

Miro High Waist Barrel Jeans

Ettika

Smooth Cuff Bracelet

Gucci

Women's Gucci Jordaan Loafers

I also want to live in this outfit with the utility jacket, cable-knit scarf, and sweater. Perfection.

Shopbop

Lioness Workwear Jacket

Polo Ralph Lauren

Cable Knit Cotton Crewneck Sweater

UGG

Cable Knit Acrylic Scarf

Shopbop

Levi's Ribcage Full Length Jeans

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