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Budget
- First thing is first: you don't need a ton of money to dress like a Parisian. (Photo by Bogdan Preda)
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Budget
- It is just about knowing how to perfectly style the basics. (Photo by Allef Vinicius)
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Budget
- So don't think your clothes need to cost a lot of money. (Photo by Parker Whitson)
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Styling
- Parisians are artists when it comes to making relatively cheap clothes look expensive! (Photo by Clem Onojeghuo)
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Styling
- Remember: money cannot buy you style. (Photo by Icons8 team)
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Less is more
- In fact, one of the first rules of learning how to dress like a Parisian is understanding that less is more. (Photo by Kinga Cichewicz)
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Jewelry
- Jewelry, for example, is dainty and typically kept to a minimum. (Photo by Melody Jacob)
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Accessories
- But this also doesn't mean they steer clear of statement pieces or accent jewelry completely. (Photo by rawpixel)
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Statement pieces
- The rule is to pick one stand-out piece and keep the rest simple. (Photo by Samantha Sophia)
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Casual + Dressy
- Mixing casual with dressy is another one of the fundamental rules of dressing like a Parisian girl. (Photo by Kinga Cichewicz)
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Cuts
- Pick shapes and silhouettes that are flattering to your body type. (Photo by Melody Jacob)
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Ouh là là!
- Parisian girls don't aim for overly sexy anything—they just naturally are! (Photo by Flaunter.com)
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Loose items
- Therefore, to dress like a true Parisian woman, try looser clothing and avoid skintight dresses or outfits. (Photo by Luve Christian)
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Silhouette
- Instead, you want to pick cuts that are relaxed and flattering. (Photo by Charisse Kenion)
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Trends
- Surprisingly, Parisians rarely follow fast fashion or trends. (Photo by Pete Bellis)
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Consistency
- They have a uniform and stick to it unapologetically. (Photo by Pete Bellis)
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Sheep
- And they most certainly don't follow the trendoid herd. (Photo by Heng Films)
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Trendsetters
- They make and set the mode. (Photo by Eloise Ambursley)
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Staple
- A plaid coat is a key piece in the closet of any Parisian. (Photo by Alexandru Zdrobău)
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Staple
- Or faux fur coat for chillier days. (Photo by Adolfo Félix)
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Staple
- Neutral colors are another staple. (Photo by Angelina Litvin)
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Staple
- And dark and subtle, black sunglasses are a keeper for sure. (Photo by Jose Martinez)
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Effortless
- Parisians always look slightly less dressed up than everyone else in the room or at an event. (Photo by Alexandru STAVRICĂ)
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Effortless
- This gives off the vibe that they are not trying too hard. (Photo by Afa Ah Loo)
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Effortless
- They aim for fashion that is seemingly effortless. (Photo by Pete Bellis)
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French fail
- If you show up at an event looking like you've tried or put a lot of effort into your look, you've failed at Parisian fashion. (Photo by Flaunter.com)
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Minimalism
- Think minimalist and understated. (Photo by Lauren Fleischmann)
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Underwear
- Believe it or not, what is worn underneath your clothes is just as important, according to the unwritten laws of Parisian fashion. (Photo by JC Gellidon)
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Underwear
- You may not see it, but a Parisian woman is always wearing matching lingerie under her clothes. (Photo by frankie cordoba)
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Underwear
- Never ever will you see a Parisian in something as tacky as mismatched socks. (Photo by Anete Lūsiņa)
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Opposites
- When it comes to Parisian fashion, you also want to think "opposites." (Photo by Beautiful)
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Opposites
- For example, if you are wearing skinny jeans on the bottom, you want to wear something baggy like a cozy sweater on top. (Photo by Brooke Cagle)
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Opposites
- And vice versa. (Photo by Pete Bellis)
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Designers
- Something else you want to mix and match are labels and brands. (Photo by Melody Jacob)
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Designers
- Putting clothes together from different shops and designers is a fantastic way to create a look that is totally and uniquely you—and très Parisian, of course! (Photo by James Barr)
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Designers
- But, be discreet about your labels. (Photo by Francesco Tommasini)
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Designers
- If you wear outfits with a giant designer logo or emblem splattered all over it, it can be seen as tasteless, which isn't like Parisians at all. (Photo by A# U#)
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Mix and match
- Or better yet—learn how to mix inexpensive things with slightly more extravagant pieces or accessories. (Photo by Clem Onojeghuo)
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Beauty
- When it comes to their beauty routine, like Parisian fashion, it is also very straightforward. (Photo by Brooke Cagle)
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Beauty
- When it comes to hair and makeup, Parisians usually aim for a clean and polished look. (Photo by Matheus Ferrero)
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Hair
- Hair on women isn't overly done. Instead, aim for a sexy, bed-head, relaxed, tousled style. (Photo by Omar Lopez)
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Hats
- Let's not forget head gear. (Photo by Khoman Room)
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Hats
- Berets can be beautiful, but the stereotype of wearing them isn't true for many Parisian women. (Photo by Taufik Nugraha)
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Hats
- There is a variety of other chic alternatives. (Photo by Jon Ly)
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Purse
- If a Parisian woman is going to splurge on anything, it won't even be on an item of clothing. It will be on her handbag. (Photo by Pete Bellis)
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Men's clothing
- A final rule on dressing like a Parisian woman? Wear men's items! That's right. Whether it is a cool moto jacket, or even a pair of men's shoes, the androgynous look isn't one Parisian girls are afraid to experiment with. (Photo by Anaëlle Confuron)
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Layers
- Remember: layers are your friend. (Photo by Ash Edmonds)
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Most importantly
- But perhaps the most important style tip when it comes to Parisian fashion doesn't actually have to do with your clothes at all! (Photo by Hayley Beth)
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Parisians
- Parisians are cool, sexy, secure, and confident. (Photo by Patricia Palma)
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Parisians
- These are things that come from within. (Photo by Julian Dufort)
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Confidence
- Clothes can certainly help and enhance... (Photo by Gregory Hayes)
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Confidence
- ...but ultimately dressing like a Parisian is really all about elegance and how you carry yourself. (Photo by Bin Thiều)
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Parisian fashion
- Never forget that dressing should be about dressing for yourself. (Photo by Jestoni Dadis)
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Parisian fashion
- You don't need to dress for anyone else or to impress other people. (Photo by Aleksandar Radovanovic)
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Comfortableness
- If you are comfortable, you will feel great and this will translate wherever you go. (Photo by Pete Bellis)
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Parisian chic
- Happy styling! (Photo by Chad Madden) See also: The most common makeup mistakes—and how to avoid them
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How to dress like a Parisian
A photo guide to chic French fashion
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Parisians have long been known for their enviable, effortless, and modern fashion sense. As you peruse images of these stylish French folk, you might feel like that type of wardrobe is out of your reach (or your budget's) but in fact, Parisian fashion isn't as complicated as it seems! Click through the gallery for tips, tricks, and inspiration on how to dress like a Parisian.
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