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We call this time of year spooky season, and the French call it la rentrée (or the back-to-school season when grown-ups return to work from summer holiday). No matter what you call it, fall fashion is undoubtedly in full force. French girls greet the colder weather like they do everything else: with au natural hair, an iconic lipstick, that signature je ne sais quoi, and a killer wardrobe. Read on for the trends popping up in Paris this fall and shop the pieces that you’ll be spotting on all the cool French girls this season.
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1. Brown faux leather
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There’s something so effortlessly luxurious about leather texture, and French girls know it. This season, leather is taking over blazers, button-ups, and even trousers. However, your favorite style stars are replacing classic black with chocolatey brown for a trend that screams 2021.
Abercrombie & Fitch
Vegan Leather Mini Puffer
3 colors available
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ELOQUII
Faux-Leather Blazer
41% off!
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Mango
Leather Jacket
2 colors available
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2. Burnt orange
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While all style stars flock to colors of the season like browns, beiges, and hunter greens, French women are also loving deep orange hues in shades that mirror the in-season produce (squash, pumpkin, sweet potato, oui, oui!). The rich shade pairs perfectly with denim and black accessories.
Universal Thread
Crewneck Sweater
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Madewell
Blazer
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JW PEI
Shoulder Bag
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3. Straight-leg jeans
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Straight leg jeans with a bit of a flared leg and relaxed fit are the Parisian go-to denim style. Baggier is better! And yes, they do work with even your most oversized knit. Try tucking the front into the waist of the pants to balance proportions.
Levi’s
Wedgie Icon Fit High Waist Jeans
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House of Chic
Denim Jeans
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Wit & Wisdom
High Waist Vintage Skinny Crop Jeans
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4. Sleeveless sweaters
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Not only are they the perfect comfy piece for staying at home all day every day, but sleeveless turtleneck sweaters are ideal to layer under outerwear because they won’t add bulk like chunky knit. Wear with your comfiest trousers to look chic for work, or throw on a blazer for an OOTD that will keep you warm while staying sleek.
Abercrombie & Fitch
Cable Knit V-Neck Sweater Vest
3 colors available
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Banana Republic
Sleeveless Turtleneck Top
3 colors available
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Everlane
The Ribbed Mockneck Tank
3 colors available
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5. Puff-sleeve sweaters
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As if we needed more reasons to wear the prettiest sweater style ever, puffed-sleeve knit happens to be a staple in the fall wardrobe of French girls and Parisian style stars alike. Wear as a cardigan or opt for a simple pullover sweater that has way more je ne sais quoi than your average sweater.
Madewell
Pullover Sweater
3 colors available
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J.Crew
Puff-Sleeve Mockneck Sweater
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Revolve
Balloon Sleeve Cardigan
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6. Red plaid
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No, bold plaid is not just for Gwen Stefani in her “No Doubt” days. It can also be incredibly timeless and effortless when done in structured, ladylike pieces like a tailored blazer. Make the trend more Blair Waldorf than ’90s punk by pairing with feminine accessories like a chain quilted purse and pointed-toe shoes.
Old Navy
Plaid Flannel Shirt
5 colors available and 30% off!
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AQUA
Plaid Blazer
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H&M
Cotton Shirt
7 colors available
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7. Shearling coats
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Yes, shearling is so cool that it’s the most popular coat of the season in both our Instagram feeds and in France. Maybe it’s because it looks much more modern than faux fur, or maybe because it’s so freaking cozy, but you can find us rocking shearling coats until spring. Pair with feminine ruffles and lace à la French it-girl, Jeanne Damas.
H&M
Faux Shearling Shirt Jacket
2 colors available
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Mango
Shearling Coat
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H&M
Hooded Faux Shearling Jacket
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8. Lace-up booties
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One of the most popular shoe styles of the season (beyond the classic ballet flats, of course) is an edgier version of your classic booties. Lace-up booties are not only functional and comfortable, but pair perfectly with a fall dress and tights. After all, the French girl’s signature is effortless style, so an edgy pair of booties makes a dressed-up outfit a little less structured.
Sam Edelman
Combat Boot
2 colors available
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Schutz
Sole Boots
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Caslon
Water Resistant Lace-Up Bootie
3 colors available
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9. High-waisted miniskirts
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Because sometimes a miniskirt is more feminine and comfortable than a pair of jeans or trousers, French girls bring their shortest styles into fall with knee-high boots and oversized cozy knit tucked into the waist.
H&M
Short Skirt
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Abercrombie & Fitch
Plaid Mini Skirt
3 colors available
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H&M
Plaid Skirt
5 colors available
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10. Trench coats
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Ah, the trench coat: as essential to French girl style as stripes and classic white tees. The lightweight (but warm) outerwear can be worn from the first day of fall until the last day of spring, making it the perfect investment piece and the simplest way to get your Parisian-girl style on. Pair with light-wash denim in a relaxed fit and leave your hair in “I-woke-up-like-this” effortless.
J.Crew
Classic Trench Coat
42% off!
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H&M
Double-Breasted Trenchcoat
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Lauren Ralph Lauren
Water Resistant Trench Coat
5 colors available
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