There’s no better place to look for effortless spring outfit inspiration than on the streets of Paris. After all, the French approach to getting dressed strikes the perfect balance of timeless and trend-forward, polished but never overdone—and personally, it suits my sense of style to a T. So as we ease into the new spring season, I’ve been looking to all the coolest French fashion people to inspire some new looks, and below, I’m sharing some of my favorite outfits that are easy to emulate and feel fresh for spring 2025. Right now, stylish Parisians are incorporating some of spring’s biggest trends within their classic looks (think butter yellow hues, suede sneakers, and sheer skirts), creating outfits that feel new yet ultra-wearable.
If you’re looking for spring outfit inspiration and love French-girl style, then keep scrolling to get inspired.
Stylish Parisians are incorporating this season’s biggest color trend, butter yellow, into their classic staples, and it looks so incredibly chic for spring.
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Re/done
90s High Rise Loose Jeans
The French fashion set are embracing the sheer trend this spring. Opt for a long brown sheer skirt that you can effortlessly style with an oversize sweater in the same hue and pair with simple sandals. Trend-forward and effortlessly chic.
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THE FRANKIE SHOP
Rafaela Oversized Merino Wool and Cashmere-Blend Sweater
Donna Karan New York
Valley Stream Shoulder Bag
Sam Edelman
Cressa Sandal
Classic, timeless, and polished. It doesn’t get more French than a chic trench coat, straight-leg jeans, kitten heels, and a silky scarf to finish the look.
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Aritzia
Rowan Super Hi-Rise Straight Jean
Tony Bianco
Crush Black Vintage
ZARA
Polka Dot Print Scarf
Nothing says spring has sprung like sporting your effortless midi skirt sans tights. Pair it with a simple white tank and a French girl–approved suede jacket.
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Sézane
Will Jacket in Camel Suede
Aritzia
Casual Contour Squareneck Cami Hip Tank
Yes, French women love to add a pop of color to their classic neutrals. This season, opt for trend-forward red suede sneakers, which will look chic with white jeans and a striped sweater. Finish the look with a stylish olive-green bag.
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j.crew
Heritage Cotton Rollneck Sweater in Stripe
prada
Mariner Re-Nylon Small Bucket Bag
adidas Originals
Gazelle Indoor
Capri pants are back on the scene in Paris. The chicest way to style them is in the simplest way possible: with a relaxed white button-down and minimalist black sandals. Effortlessly chic.
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Urban Outfitters
Kimchi Blue Ellie High Rise Stretch Capri Pant
Freja New York
Paloma Tote Black
French women rely on chic linen pieces throughout the warm-weather season. This spring, style polished butter-yellow linen separates with soft loafers for a look that’s understated and chic.
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Mint Velvet
Yellow Linen Starfish Top
Mint Velvet
Yellow Linen Wide Ruffle Trousers
ZARA
Gathered Soft Leather Loafers
Mint Velvet
Tan Suede Woven Tote Bag
