If Your Summer 2025 Goal Is to Look “More French,” Buy These 8 Items Immediately

The rest of us can at least look like we’re in Saint-Tropez.

If you’re a fan of French style, you’re probably game to emulate a chic French woman year-round, but I tend to think that summer is the season that their style is the most covetable. During the warmer months of the year, Parisian women’s wardrobes tend to take on an effortless South of France feel, even when they’re in the city. Think breezy white tops, raffia accessories, and gingham dresses, to name a few classic essentials. But they also incorporate the latest trends into their summer wardrobes, with great success. This summer, I’m drawn to outfits that incorporate a little of both.

Lately, I’ve noticed some common themes among the styles French women are wearing now that summer is here, and all the items I’m about to point out will instantly give your outfits a French-girl aesthetic. So if that’s your goal, keep scrolling to start adding the eight easy, versatile items to your cart that’ll make your summer outfits “more French.”

Capri Pants

French women have fully embraced the most Brigitte Bardot 2025 trend of them all: capri pants. Pair them with kitten heels for the most June-in-Paris look.

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Open Edit Crepe Capri Leggings

Reformation Petra Linen Low Rise Pedal Pusher Pants

Good American Good Capri Jeans

Halter Dresses

Halter dresses are a longtime favorite of French women, whether they’re a trend or not. It just so happens that they are a trend this season, so win-win.

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Hill House Home Fleur Dress

Amanda Uprichard Valentini Dress

ZARA 100% Linen Halter Dress ZW Collection

Red Ballet Flats

Suddenly, everyone is wearing red ballet flats, including French women. They’re the perfect thing to pair with everything from jeans and a tee to a simple white or black dress.

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H&M Leather Ballet Flats

Staud Alba Ballet Flats

MARGAUX The Demi Flats

Pretty White Tops

Is there any shirt that’s more crucial to a French fashion person’s summer wardrobe than a pretty white top? I don’t think so. My advice is to stock up and wear them with everything from shorts to linen skirts to capri pants.

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Sézane Annabelle Blouse

J.Crew Lace-Trim Squareneck Tank Top in Linen

DÔEN Francia Top in Salt

Polka Dots

Another French-girl classic that’s also a current trend is polka dots. The playful print—especially in the form of dresses or skirts—is the key to giving your outfit an instant French feel.

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Lulus Julia Polka Dot Slipdress

Aritzia Wilfred Twirl Pleated Skirt

City Chic Collins Maxi Sundress

Block-Heel Mary Janes

Mary Janes with a block heel are something French women wear year-round. In the summer, it’s typically with skirts and dresses (bonus points if it’s a gingham dress).

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Prada Ruched Mary Jane Slingback Pumps

MANGO Mary Jane Pumps

Sezane Elodie Mary Janes

White Skirts

Last year was defined by white midi skirts, in terms of outfits at least. But French women have long been aware of the power of a white skirt (of any length). Wearing one casually with flats during the day is the ultimate Parisian look.

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Reformation Layla Linen Skirt

Madewell Sophia Skirt

Posse Alice Linen Mini Skirt

Raffia Totes

Take a peek in any French girl’s closet, and I’m sure you’ll find more than one raffia bag. A tote, in particular, is the perfect thing for trekking around Paris on a long summer day.

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J.Crew Large Handknotted Packable Tote Bag

The Row Emilie Woven Raffia Tote Bag

ZARA Woven Tote Bag