My fashion week style is totally different than my every day style. From bold colors to backwards tops, it’s a time that I get to experiment with different looks, and wear something I would not wear on a day-to-day basis. So for my first day off during Paris fashion week, I found myself reaching for neutrals! Surprise surprise! hah! Tailored trousers, a beige cape, a cozy sweater and and a silk handkerchief is my idea of the perfect Parisian outfit.This amazing cape trench coat by White House Black Market (On sale now!) was the perfect way to finish off the look.
When I first went to Paris a few years ago, I actually imagined that Parisian women would be dressed in pink, and a-line skirts while eating macaroons and riding bicycles- but it’s actually quite the opposite! After experiencing the culture and people watching at some of my favorite cafes in Paris, I’ve fallen in love with the fact that Parisian women are very casual. Everything from their minimal makeup to their effortless style, Parisian women are just mesmerizing!
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Photography by Karen RosalieWhat do YOU think?
43 responses to “The French Effect”
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Haha I tend to gravitate towards neutrals in my everyday style as well 🙂
Really loving the casual and effortless Parisian look <3
XO, Elizabeth
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Thank you so much Elizabeth T.! xx Chriselle
I love this look! Trés trés chic!
I lived in the South of France for a few years and they dress very differently there to Paris. Some had Parisian chic down, mostly younger girls in Nice (which I could never get 100%) though the demographic is a lot older, hence more make up, bouffant hair, all year round tan, a lot more use of colour which could be due to it being the SOF more carefree and more times than I wanted to see, mutton dressed as lamb. You had to admire their attitude with it! However on the whole, they had the effortless, I just threw this on chic which i think is in part due to their attitude and confidence!
Chriselle, you never fail to amaze me with your chicness. Love your elegant yet still playful style.
Been following you for a while now, and you’ve been one of the inspirations for me to start my own blog 🙂
xo,
catherine
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You look so chic in this post! I love and want your skin, it’s flawless!
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so cute, love the layering and the scarf!
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This outfit is a winner!
Love the shoes, love the trench, love the scarf, love it all.
xx
Carly
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thanks so much Carly! xx Chriselle
I visited Paris this year for the first time and I absolutely fell in love with the city and the energy that it has. I’ve visited most of European capitals and countries but Paris is my number 1. Your outfit is on point, as always. ?
amazing look!
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Obsessed with your outfit! And as always, your photos are amazing <3
Love the look, it’s so chic!
Dolce Petite
Love this outfit. Neutrals are my go-to, too!
Diana
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Visiting Psris changed my perception of ‘parisian chic’ as well. Just like the european region, woman has less makeup on and are more casual & minimal. Just right enough to be womanly and borderline cool-boyish 🙂 Love the outfit Chriselle!
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Oh wow Chriselle – you have perfectly embodied the Parisian style, as well as staying true to your own, which is equally as impeccable. The combination of the cape, the scarf around the neck and white fringed loafers is definitely a winner. Keep up the amazing work Chriselle (and team!).
Kiara x // http://www.lioninthewild.com
This is so chic! If only it weren’t as hot and humid from where I am, I’d seriously wear something like this.
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Love your coat!
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You pull off the Parisian style perfectly, Chriselle! Love this look. The shoes are stunning.
Amy | http://amypham.me
Loving that cape coat!
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The minimalist look is wonderful. I recently came across a young woman’s blog showcasing her decision to eliminate color from her wardrobe and wear only a monochromatic look. Very interesting!
Furthermore I always welcome feedback on my own blog from others, as I’m making moves to tweak its design. Cheers everyone <3
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wow! I just can’t stop looking at those pictures over and over again! this outfit is just perfect – it looks so comfortable, but so chic snd put up together in the same time! this is what classic chic should look like, modern and effortless, I’m just totally in love 😉 thank you for an inspiration!
You put together some really eye catching looks
okay, I can definitely put a similar outfit together. Thank you for the inspiration! x
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love the outfit Chriselle! Especially the coat and the shoes =)
Paris is definitely a place I want to visit.
-mc
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I love this look, it’s simple, yet super chic & stylish! I agree, Parisian women have that really cool unique style, which is effortless & chic! <3
xx
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Nice coat! Btw I miss chloe. How is she? *kiss for chloe* 🙂
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Lovely outfit! Love the scarf.
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Really love that coat!
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people watching in paris… that sounds like a lovely day 🙂
I love this look, Chriselle! I’ve never been to France before, but to hear you mention how Parisian women are simple in style, is definitely something I’ve heard before. They also take a very minimal approach to makeup as well. My mom, who has a lot of friends from France, was telling me that they just simply invest in the best of everything, in things that they’ll use and wear for years and years to come; like a Burberry trench or a really amazing face cream. She mentioned skin care is way more important than makeup and when makeup is used, it’s the best. I really admire their approach and outlook on life. She also works with a lot of Parisians and they have more of a laid back vibe, a sharp contrast to the fast paced New York City environment she works in. But, I really admire it 🙂
Thanks for sharing and I hope you have an amazing day, beautiful!
XO,
Jalisa
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Tres chic<3
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This is a great outfit! I love the casual neutrals 🙂
Dani | http://www.styledvariety.com
Such a great cape trench!
xx
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This is such a chic outfit; I’m loving your fashion week outfits!
xx, Diane || http://www.dizined.com
Love this trench!
Katie
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Wonderful outfit, so elegant sand Parisienne chic!
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That is a chic way to wear a scarf! <3
Xo, Christianne
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I absolutely agree on your perspective about the French women, in one simple sentence, they are effortless, chic and minimalistic natural is their way if life. They believe and invest their looks starting from the inner rather than the outer. I truly believe in this rule because my Maman is one of them. 🙂
This is a very beautiful look of the French style. Absolutely fabulous and effortless chic! 🙂
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Love this chic look! The scarf gives it the perfect pop of color.
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