French Attire

I love love love Emmanuelle Alt. She is one of my new style icons. I believe she was the one who created the “French Uniform”. This uniform is exactly what every woman needs in her closet to have timeless style.

What you need is the following…

• skinny jeans (blue, black and white)
• a magnificently tailored black blazer
• striped vest/t-shirt
• denim shirt
• cashmere and a chunky knit (black, grey or/and camel)
• distressed boyfriend jeans
• white shirt
• black pumps/heels
• gold watch
• basic oversize Tees (white, black, grey)
• black pencil skirt
• leather jacket
• ankle boots
• an immaculate quality coat (black, grey or/and camel)
• Ray-ban (wayfarer or aviator)

First of all the “French Uniform” is all about quality. Cheap fabrics just wont do. Think tweed, cashmere, wool, silk and real leather. The pieces are timeless classics. If it has a good label like Hermes or Balmain, you’re hitting the nail on the head. The look is effortless. Less is more when it comes to accessories. Just a bracelet or a watch will do. Hair is messy, makeup is always natural and skin has a sun kissed glow. You should look like you just threw something on. Last but not least the wardrobe colours are neutral. Think black (most important), denim, white, grey, camel.

I’m really considering cleaning out my closet and going all out French!