Erin wearing a plaid newsboy cap, plaid long jacket, plain white tshirt, and light wash blue jeans. Her hair is down and she is carrying a large black purse while standing in front of a large white building.

Parisian Girls

What is the fascination with Parisian girls you may ask? To me, it’s so much. For starters, Paris is just magical. It is known for being one of the most romantic places in the world and, since I have been, I couldn’t agree more. It unlike anywhere else. Paris is filled with cafe’s that overlook charming streets, has endless coffee and croissants, effortlessly cool girls with great style and it’s a city that is easy to fall in love with. If you’e not convinced yet, I suggest you go to Paris and see what the buzz is all about.

Iconic Parisian Women

When I think about Parisian girls I immediately think of two people who embody everything that would today be considered #goals. I instantly think of Gabrielle Coco Chanel and Brigitte Bardot. Both Coco and Brigitte are strong, independent women who had different but great careers. They both were driven, beautiful and sexy. They show that a woman can embody all of these traits and I think that’s where my intrigue with the “Parisian way” began. 

Gabrielle Coco Chanel looking into the camera wearing a white dress and large bracelet.
Brigitte Bardot with messy hair and a dressed in a plain black shirt.

How To Look Like A Parisian

When I think of the Parisian vibe, I think of a few things instantly. I’ve talked about this before in a previous post, but thought that I’d add to it here with some fresh thoughts and a different outfit. A few of those thoughts are: well thought out, intentional, effortless, confident, minimal, and natural. Parisian’s have a way of encompassing all of these traits into one person and it’s so attractive to me and something I also relate to. I love an easy throw on outfit, but every outfit also takes some thought.

How to achieve the Parisian feel in three simple steps:

Step 1: Minimal Make Up

With this, less really is more. Let your natural beauty shine through and stick the basics. With this look, I used a little bit of my favorite foundation, used a little bit of blush from Bobbi Brown that I also slightly brushed over with my eyelids and finished the look off with a slight brush over of Benefit mascara

Step 2: Simple Heels

I’ve noticed Parisians tend to wear simple heels and with a lower heel. Probably because of all the walking and cobblestone that the city is filled with. Schutz has really good comfortable and affordable heels.

Step 3: Newsboy Cap

This style of a hat is the perfect final touch, not to mention they are so trendy. Eugenia Kim has some of my favorites.

What do you think of the Parisian style? Would you wear it? Let me know in the comments below!

Erin wearing a long plaid coat and a plaid newsboy cap. She is carrying a large black purse as she walks by a large white building.
Erin wearing a plaid newsboy cap, plaid long jacket, plain white tshirt, and light wash blue jeans. Her hair is down and she is carrying a large black purse while standing in front of a large white building.
Erin crossing the street while looking over her shoulder. She is wearing flats, a black newsboy cap, and a floral black dress.
Erin smiling at the camera while wearing a black newsboy cap, a black floral dress, and a black purse with a gold chain strap.
Detail shot of Erin's black floral dress.
Erin leaning against a pole while wearing a black floral dress, flats, and a newsboy cap.
Erin sitting at a cafe table drinking tea in a black floral dress and black newsboy cap.
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