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French chic for all nations

The French have always been renowned for their sense of style. French couture is famous the world over for its innovation and sartorial expertise. Famous designers like Coco Chanel and Yves Saint Laurent are household names in fashion-savvy circles. These designers have pioneered such style essentials as the classic tweed suit and women’s trousers. But French chic is not just about original items that were created in France. French chic encapsulates a whole fashion consciousness. Finely crafted materials, attention to detail, and a perpetual casual sexiness are all staples of this fashion philosophy. Yet it is hard to pinpoint exactly what makes French women so chic. Their look seems effortless and casually elegant. What elements and fashion rules combine to create this winning appearance?

French women do not have an innate sense of fashion. Their look is more calculated than their appearance gives away. For instance you will rarely see a woman who embodies French chic looking cluttered or overdressed. One of the fundamentals of this look is elegant simplicity. For instance if you choose to wear multiple items of jewelry, they should all be of roughly the same hue. Streamline and unify your wardrobe so each outfit you assemble makes an impact not of bric-a-brac and clutter but of sleekness. Keep your outfit sleek so the eye does not jump from one element to another but takes it all in as a unified whole.

Another rule of thumb for French chic is not to be afraid to invest in finer materials and designers. Even though this fashion tenet seems subtle you would be surprised at how much of a difference it makes. If you approach a chic French woman your senses are immediately mesmerized by the fabric of her blouse, the suppleness of her skirt, or the rich fragrance of her perfume. These things do not come cheap. Timeless and elegant fabrics such as fine silks and cashmeres are classic investments. Take care of them properly and these clothing staples will last for decades. Make sure you always have one fine cardigan, one silk scarf, one beautifully tailored white blouse, etc. Combining just one of these high quality garments with other items will give off the impression of class and sophistication.

French women know how to take care not only of their wardrobes, but of their bodies. Regular trips to the salon and a devotion to facials and beauty products give their skin and hair a manicured look that women of other nationalities often lack. Natural and wholesome foods also add to the healthy epidermal glow that helps define French chic. French women look like they take care of themselves and they radiate sexy and easy self confidence so they truly build their style on an unshakeable foundation.

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