If you’re a minimalist, then you’ll know that French style embodies the philosophy that a great outfit is about clever, considered choices rather than fleeting trends. But that doesn’t have to mean that a minimalist wardrobe stays the same. In fact, part of the appeal of minimalist dressing is its ability to evolve subtly from season to season, incorporating new shapes, textures and styling ideas while still feeling timeless at its core.
For spring, the French are looking to paired-back tailoring and knitwear as well as head-to-toe denim in smarter washes, the season’s must-have jacket and vintage-inspired footwear to create a capsule wardrobe that feels polished, refined and light. By refreshing familiar pieces with new but versatile updates, they elevate their everyday wardrobe to a state of effortlessness.
So if you’re feeling overwhelmed by the start of the new season and want a spring wardrobe that works hard but feels fresh and on-trend, I’ve scoured the streets of Paris to find the most stylish French women and the trends they’re backing for spring. Read on to find out more.
5 TRENDS FRENCH WOMEN ARE WEARING FOR SPRING
1. SHORT-SLEEVE KNITS
STYLE NOTES: While there’s still a chill in the air, a short-sleeved knit, (or knitted t-shirt as they’re also known) is an absolute wardrobe essential. They strike the perfect balance between the quiet luxury texture of a knit and the boxy fit of a good-quality t-shirt, giving you a top that adds so much to a look with very minimal effort.
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