French style - fashionable women's looks for any time of year

The French style is rightfully recognized as one of the most feminine. It is preferred by fashionistas who prefer elegance. With the help of certain wardrobe items, you can create incredibly original everyday looks, seasoned office looks or spectacular evening looks.

French style rules

Many designers prefer to use the “French Provence” style when creating fashionable looks. It is characterized by the following distinctive features:

1. Lack of excess accessories and decorative elements. If decorations are used, they are taken in small quantities so that the image does not look cluttered.
2. One of the wardrobe items, but no more, acts as a bright key accent. For example, it could be a dress made in rich colors. At the same time, other things should serve as an organic complement and be made in muted colors.
3. When choosing a silhouette, preference should be made in favor of conciseness. Clear, simple lines are designed to serve as the best decoration for a piece, making it incredibly elegant.

French style 2021

Many world-famous couturiers prefer to use the “French chic” style when creating their collections. It is characterized by the following distinctive features:

1. Classic straight skirts and dresses, tailored trousers, and elegant shirts remain outside the influence of fashion. But at the same time, the outfit must have some kind of catchy design; this is achieved through the use of bright colors; the item serves as the main accent of the image.
2. French modern style is characterized by the use of non-standard solutions, for example, it can be translucent pleated skirts, combined with a discreet jacket. The image attracts maximum attention through the use of contrasting wardrobe items.

Classic French style

Lovers of impeccability and elegance will be able to successfully use the French style in clothing for girls 2021. Among its distinctive features are the following:

1. Preference is given to plain fabrics, large flashy prints and an abundance of decorative elements are excluded.
2. Restrained traditional colors, dark shades and pastel colors remain favorites.
3. When combining wardrobe items, you need to take into account that they should be in a similar color scheme. If there is a desire to create a contrasting look, then the number of shades used should not exceed three.
4. A close-fitting cut predominates, emphasizing the dignity of the figure. French classic style does not allow the use of shapeless things.
5. The right shoes can harmoniously complement any look. If we are talking about a classic outfit, then it should be combined with shoes that have a heel, even if it is small.

French street style

Many variations of combining wardrobe items allow for French street style in clothing 2021. The following features can be identified:

• when composing a look, basic wardrobe items are used, which are characterized by greater lightness and carelessness in design than classic items;
• the skirt can be either a straight pencil style or multi-layered and fluffy, reminiscent of a tutu;
• When choosing trousers, the French style is fully observed. This is expressed in the use of a classic straight or tapered cut and an impeccable fit. A flared style from the knee is allowed, barely noticeable and only slightly expanding;
• As for shoes, preference is given to comfortable models, these can be flat pumps, ballet flats, loafers, stylish sneakers or sneakers.

French street style

Woman suit

Skirts and aprons . In the north-west of France, in the department of Normandy, the bodice and short skirt of French women could be plain or in contrasting colors: a black bodice (or bodice) was worn with a striped skirt, and a patterned one with a plain one. The costume was complemented by silk aprons, often also striped. Stripes were a very common pattern on French skirts and aprons. At the same time, the color schemes of the costumes of French women from any region were distinguished by soft, dim combinations.

On the Brittany peninsula, in the town of Lambelle, they loved colorful red skirts; they were picked up from the sides, revealing the second skirt. And in the Finistère district, black skirts were worn with wide and long aprons made of white brocade or striped satin. For holidays related to the sea (this theme was very popular in coastal Brittany), women embroidered their aprons with golden ships, anchors, waves, etc. Aprons with bibs were also typical for Brittany.

Residents of the central region of Auvergne also loved to show off light-striped lower skirts, pinning up the upper ones (in Lower Auvergne) - black or striped - on both sides. The overskirt, which was often sewn to the bodice, was thus transformed into a dress . In the Burgundian city of Macon, in the very center of France, suits with very long skirts were complemented by aprons made of black lace. In eastern France, in Alsace and Lorraine, bordering Germany, red, blue and green ankle-length skirts, decorated with a strip of black velvet at the bottom, were worn with colorful long aprons. They were tied in front with a bow, the long ends of which went down almost to the ground. Residents of the hot southeastern region of Basse-Provence sewed their skirts from silk and brocade in bright and light shades (sometimes white), and in Haute-Provence - from variegated cotton.

A Breton man in brago pants and a Breton woman from the Finistère department in an ancient headdress

Corsages . On weekdays, French women wore a skirt and a shirt-blouse, belted with an apron. An integral part of the festive costume was the corsage. In Normandy, colorful bodices were often sewn with three-quarter length sleeves. At the end of the 19th century. Norman women complemented their elegant costume with long lace fingerless gloves. The women of Macon, in Burgundy, loved to wear the same on holidays.

In Auvergne, Burgundy, and especially in Brittany, lapels on the sleeves of bodices and bodices of dresses were decorated with trim in the form of a wide border or they were sewn entirely from fabric of a different color. In the Breton Finistère, the wide cuffs of the black velvet bodice were thickly covered with red and gold embroidery. This bodice was not laced at the top, so that the same elegant embroidery of the chest insert could be seen from underneath it. In the town of Morbihan, the accent of the costume was not on embroidery, but on a square, starched snow-white collar, located parallel to the shoulder line; in Pont-Aven it was made from muslin, corrugated and trimmed with lace.

In Provence, in the city of Nice, they wore antique red lace-up bodices with long sleeves, which had slits from shoulder to elbow, fastened with black ribbons. In Alsace, a blue or red velvet bodice was decorated with a triangular insert covered with beautiful embroidery with colored wool and gold threads, sequins, beads, lace and frills.

Shawl , or fichu (“scarf”, “kerchief”), is a very popular detail of French costume since the 18th century; it covered the deep neckline of the bodice. Sometimes the role of a shawl was also played by a modest insert made of thin linen or muslin. Shawls could be white, patterned, or checkered. They were decorated with a finishing border, lace, fringe or embroidery made of wool, cotton and silk threads.

Hats . The most attractive and elegant part of the folk costume of French women were all kinds of caps (i.e. caps), the shapes and sizes of which had their own unique characteristics in each region, in the city and even in the village. The ancient Norman headdress - bourgeois - consisted of a high, pointed cap and pleated lace. It was one of the many variations of caps made from the finest linen, transparent muslin and lace. In Honfleur and Alençon, a cone-shaped cap covered the head with two tiers of thin pleated hair and, intercepted with a ribbon, formed a puff in the upper part. A similar cap of the Norman women from Polle had a wide lapel at the front, reminiscent of the Gothic “French capes”. In the region of Caux, the elaborate headdress of the cochoise .

Residents of Burgundy (central France): a woman from Macon wearing a two-tiered headdress; an elderly peasant from the historical region of Bres in a festive costume

Extravagant cylindrical lace headpieces of Finistère Bretons for going to church reached a height of half a meter. They were held on the head by lace ribbons tied under the chin. Caps with flaps like wings were worn in Kara, and small caps in the form of triangular caps were sewn in Chateaubriand. In Brittany, as well as Roussillon (in the south of France) and in the Alps back in the middle of the 20th century. traditional hats were worn on holidays or Sundays going to church along with modern clothing.

An amazingly shaped complex “two-story” headdress made of black and white lace beautifully framed the faces of the women of Macon, in Burgundy, with a frill. The giant black silk bow of Alsatian women was also traditional for neighboring German regions. And an elegant Provençal cravat (i.e., a tie) was attached with a bow to an intricate hairstyle with a comb.

French style of clothing

Using certain basic wardrobe items, you can easily create a French style in women's clothing. The most popular things include the following:

• a plain shirt, often made in white. It perfectly complements classic trousers, elegant pencil skirts, skinny jeans, and can be used to create both casual and office looks;
• tapered skinny jeans and trousers known as "cigarette" pants. They will emphasize the slenderness of the legs, they can be worn with both narrow and voluminous tops;
• a little black dress that remains outside the influence of fashion;
• As for shoes, preference is given to comfortable loafers and ballet flats; stiletto heels are used extremely rarely;
• accessories, among which the leading place is given to scarves and neckerchiefs, glasses with large glasses that cover half the face;
• to create looks in a casual style, a simple white T-shirt, both short and long, and an oversized knitted sweater will be indispensable;
• a laconic coat without unnecessary decorative elements, which can have a straight cut or be loosely oversized;
• An elegant black jacket that can be combined with almost any bottom.

French style dress

Elegant and feminine French style cannot be imagined without such a wardrobe item as a dress. It is represented by the following model variations:

1. The little black dress remains outside the influence of fashion. It has a midi length that ends at the knee level or just above or below. The product can be supplemented with sleeves of different lengths or without them. The neckline is discreet and does not reveal much of the décolleté.
2. As for the silhouette, straight and fitted cuts are often used options. In the latter case, the waist area need not be emphasized. Both types of products can be emphasized with a thin strap.
3. You should refrain from overly provocative details. These include a very deep neckline and bare back.
4. Modern French style of clothing is represented by such styles as sheath, trapeze, and wraparound.

French style coat

With the onset of cold weather, the French style of clothing for women in winter becomes extremely relevant. The leading position among outerwear is occupied by the coat. It is distinguished by the following details:

• the cut is predominantly fitted, placing emphasis on this area, straight or slightly widening downwards like a trapezoid;
• the collar uses a classic English or stand-up collar;
• As for the material used for manufacturing, it must be natural, such as tweed, wool, drape or cashmere;
• modern fashion allows the use of an oversized style, but it should be slightly loose, excessive baggy is excluded.

Men's suit

The national types of clothing included a burgundy in blue, white or (less often) checkered, gathered in a ruffle along the neckline or on the yoke. Appearing in the 18th century. as festive peasant clothing, by the middle of the 19th century. Burgundy has already become the main clothing of artisans and workers. Until the 20th century these clothes survived as workwear for French artists. Apart from the Corsicans, who tucked their burgundy into their trousers, all other French wore it untucked. Outerwear with tailcoats like tailcoats were worn in Burgundy (in Savoy, on the border with Switzerland, similar clothes were white).

In some areas, short pants and breeches . leather leggings , fastened with many small buttons, were attached to them But more often the French wore long trousers in dark shades, checkered or striped. In Provence they were white or another light color. In Alsatian Strasbourg, as in Germany, men wore long tunics and fur hats . Vests in Alsace were made of red brocade, in Normandy - from golden brocade, in Provence - from patterned brocade or velvet. The costumes of the Bretons were especially picturesque; they loved to wear at least two (and sometimes even up to four) elegantly embroidered vests at the same time. They were paired with extravagant wide, gathered or pleated braga - - length bragas, white, gray or dark colors. In Quimper, trousers were gathered into ruffles with lush puffs at the top of the leg. The Breton costume was complemented by black leggings trimmed with gold trim and tassels, as well as a wide leather belt .

The headdresses of the French were wide-brimmed hats , caps with a visor, berets (especially among the inhabitants of the Pyrenees), as well as summer straw hats.

French from the city of Strasbourg, located in the historical province of Alsace (northeastern department of Bas-Rhin)

French style wedding dresses

Girls who are preparing for a ceremony will be able to look truly unsurpassed if they use a French-style wedding dress. It is characterized by the following distinctive features:

• A midi dress with a fitted silhouette and an extremely elegant cut is considered a classic. It is somewhat associated with retro style;
• Another option that will create a unique photo shoot in the French style is a long, form-fitting dress.

Accessories

Accessories – in the French style, special attention is paid to them, because it is the accessories that make the look complete. Truly French accessories are:

» beret - it can be worn with any outfit, placed directly on the head or shifted to the left or right side;

» the scarf is long and wide, it is wrapped around the neck several times, creating the desired volume; the scarf can be worn at any time of the year, choosing only the appropriate material;

» sunglasses - they are very loved by French women; black or brown glasses of any shape are in use at any time of the year, even in the absence of sun, since they are a decoration;

» bag – each French-style outfit needs a separate bag, and its size and color depend on the outfit;

» a watch is not just a time counter, but an original decoration, the watch should be large, it adorns the wrist like a wide bracelet; like bags, watches should be selected for each outfit separately;

» jewelry is not a mandatory accessory in the wardrobe, many French women do not even wear earrings, but, depending on the direction of the set, you can choose earrings, beads, and rings, but they should be extremely modest, not stand out, but only complementary outfit.

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French style for plus size

Those with curvy figures will also be able to create a wardrobe in the French style. It may consist of the following wardrobe items:

• elegant pencil skirts and sheath dresses;
• straight classic trousers;
• fitted jackets reaching mid-thigh length;
• straight-cut coats that can be emphasized with a belt and highlight the waist area.

French style of clothing for women 40

Representatives of the fair sex who have reached 40 years of age will appreciate feminine French style. It perfectly suits this age and will help create an unrivaled look, characterized by restraint and elegance. When creating backgammon, it is recommended to consider the following points:

• preference should be given to a classic cut, this applies to skirts, trousers, and outerwear;
• colors should be restrained and muted, an abundance of prints is not allowed;
• For footwear, you can choose elegant pumps with small heels or without them at all.

French style shoes

Representatives of the fair sex of any age must have French style shoes in their wardrobe. They are characterized by impeccability and elegance and can be complemented with a small heel or stiletto heel. The last option is used to complement evening looks. Other popular shoe options include the following:

• comfortable models, such as loafers, slip-ons, ballet flats, which will organically fit into your everyday look;
• French street style will be harmoniously complemented by stylish sneakers or sneakers.

French style hairstyles

Hairstyle is an integral attribute of a stylish look. French-style haircuts are presented in the following variations:

• garcon - a short hairstyle with torn strands, gives a slight negligence and looks incredibly piquant;
• Another option would be curls of medium or considerable length, arranged in random order to give the effect of ease;
• A bob for short or medium strands is a win-win option and will suit almost any face type.

Blouses and shirts

Blouses – only classic models, with set-in sleeves or raglan sleeves of any length, turn-down collar and fastened with small buttons. It is worth noting that the French style allows you to wear such a blouse with a tie - in a business setting, such an outfit will look incredibly stylish and elegant.

Classic blouse

V-neck blouse

Blouse with frill collar

Blouse with apache collar

Chemizier

French style makeup

Girls who want to look bright and expressive will appreciate French style makeup. It is characterized by the following features:

• the main emphasis is on the lips, for this purpose bright red lipstick is used;
• eyes can be made up only with mascara or lined with expressive arrows, giving depth to the look.

How French women dress and look in everyday life, photo

Many people are interested in how they dress in Paris . It seems that luxurious models in evening dresses and furs are constantly walking around the capital. But it’s hard to blame typical Parisian women for pathos and attachment to brands. On the contrary, it is difficult to meet a girl who uses premium brands. Restraint, ease, and sometimes even modesty in their images distinguish the women of Paris.

Photo: French women in everyday life

Hairstyles of medium length are preferred, careless styling, flying bangs - suitable for different types of appearance. There are buns, braids and ponytails, there is no glossy gloss, a few stray strands from the general mop give freedom to the image.

The makeup is weightless, you can barely distinguish the presence of cosmetics on the face. A little mascara, natural lip gloss, but always a perfect skin tone achieved with careful daily care.

French style icons

Many movie and show business stars use fashionable French style when creating their images. Some celebrities have become real “icons” that fashionistas around the world strive to impress. Among them are the following:

1. The inimitable Coco Chanel, who introduced the fashion for the little black dress.
2. Emmanuelle Alt is a celebrity who is famous for her love of skinny jeans and leather trousers.
3. Vanessa Paradis is the embodiment of femininity, while she is characterized by the impeccability of dress characteristic of this country and at the same time slight negligence.
4. Brigitte Bardot - this star embodied the French style not only in clothes, but also in makeup and hairstyle. For example, these are clearly marked arrows and babette styling.