People in Paris Will Wear These 4 Fall Basics to Look Chic

Parisians are known for their effortless approach to style . As a result, elevated basics are typically front-runners for many French women we follow because basics are easy and no-fuss in nature. Classic basics like white button-up shirts and straight-leg jeans have consistently been wardrobe anchors for people in Paris (and will continue to be staples), but there are other fall basics that Parisians will wear to look chic and elegant.

Below, you’ll find the already-popular fall basics French women will surely wear over the next few months to create those cool and effortless silhouettes. You’ll notice everything from a trending jacket to a can’t-miss sweater style. Keep scrolling for more, along with shopping inspiration as you start building your fall wardrobe.

1. Cuffed Jeans

Classic straight-leg jeans will continue to be front and center (you'll see outfits featuring the cut below!), but relaxed denim with cuffs (either pre-cuffed or those you cuff yourself) will also be a popular choice among Parisians for a cool vibe.

Abercrombie & Fitch High Rise 90s Relaxed Jeans

PAIGE Sasha Wide Cuff Jeans

Citizens of Humanity Ayla High Waist Baggy Wide Leg Jeans

BDG Thea Cuffed Wide Leg Jeans

Reformation Cary Cuffed High Rise Slouchy Wide Leg Jeans

We the Free Final Countdown Cuffed Low-Rise Jeans

Joe's The Trixie Cuffed Wide Leg Trouser Jeans

Pilcro The Austyn High-Rise Jeans

2. Denim Shirt

Aside from timeless white and striped button-up shirts, denim shirts will be another choice to create those no-fuss silhouettes.

J.Crew Garçon Classic Chambray Shirt

Old Navy Boyfriend Button-Down Jean Tunic

Grey Lab Oversize Denim Button-Up Shirt

H&M Feather Soft Denim Shirt

Sandro Paris Denim Shirt Bodysuit

Citizens of Humanity Ari Denim Button-Up Shirt

Caslon Chambray Button-Up Shirt

Topshop Slim Fit Longline Denim Button-Up Shirt

3. V-Neck Sweater

A V-neck sweater inherently feels elegant and effortless. This ensemble featuring the knit with a skirt is beyond chic.

Lilysilk V-Neck Ultra-Fine Merino Wool Sweater

& Other Stories V-Neck Rib Wool Blend Sweater

Almina Concept Wool V Neck Sweater

EDIKTED Denny Oversize V-Neck Sweater

H&M V-Neck Sweater

Naadam Signature Cashmere V-Neck Sweater

Falconeri Ultrafine Cashmere V-Neck Sweater

Eileen Fisher Organic Cotton V-Neck Sweater

4. Longline Trench/Coat

About outerwear, a longline trench or coat is always elevated. You could wear anything with a long coat and give off that chic vibe.

Madewell Belted Trench Coat

Nocturne Double-Breasted Oversized Trench Coat

LIONESS Olsen Coat

ANINE BING Quinn Coat

Bardot Maika Longline Coat

Róhe Water Repellent Cotton Trench Coat

Zadig&Voltaire Mandy Trench Coat

& Other Stories Trench Coat

Barbour Camilla Belted Waterproof Raincoat

MACKAGE Akili Coat

Favorite Daughter The Charles Tie Waist Double Breasted Trench Coat