To become equally as skilled in this art form, browse our Francophile-friendly roundup of editors and see how these women are working Parisian style.
Uncovering the Appeal of the French Fashion Editor
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Emmanuelle Alt
Encapsulating the appeal of effortless cool is Emmanuelle Alt and her penchant for skinny jeans. Part of what makes the look of French editors so wearable and attainable is their approachable take on timeless fashion.
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Carine Roitfeld
The simplicity of French fashion never fails to leave onlookers swooning, but it’s the balancing act of feminine and masculine proportions that is equal parts charming and chic.
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Capucine Safyurtlu
The oh-so-French idea of a uniform reinforces the importance of wardrobe staples and basics. Capucine Safyurtlu’s approach to simple skinny jeans and tees is quintessentially Parisian.
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Emmanuelle Alt
The intoxicating mix of feminine and masculine is central when putting together the perfect French look. Emmanuelle Alt does so with relaxed silhouettes, skinny jeans and tastefully sexy pumps.
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Carine Roitfeld
Establishing a signature style is key to mastering the art of effortless French dressing and Carine Roitfeld emanates the idea of a uniform with her oversized black sunnies.
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Julia Sarr-Jamois
Julia Sarr-Jamois' approach to French fashion is slightly more adventurous than her Parisian counterparts. Skillfully experimenting with vivid colors, bold prints and shapes, she still maintains that elegant, laid-back appeal that is notoriously French.
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Geraldine Saglio & Emmanuelle Alt
The act of power dressing is executed flawlessly when this dynamic duo steps out for Fashion Week. Sticking to their signature uniform of menswear basics, dark denim and black, Geraldine Saglio and Emmanuelle Alt know just how to achieve that je ne sais quoi everyone is after.
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Carine Roitfeld
While others may find an all black outfit boring, the French find the effect of the monochromatic look to be powerful and strong. When paired in mixing textures or adorned with edgy elements, the result is one that does not fade into the background.
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Capucine Safyurtlu
The French idea of simple and sophisticated dressing comes from the building blocks of every woman’s wardrobe. Like Capucine Safyurtlu, most women have a chambray button down and pair of white denim hanging somewhere in their closet, so it’s not a look that is unattainable, yet it is so irresistibly cool.
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Carine Roitfeld
Exuding sex appeal is a French fundamental that Carine Roitfeld emanates so well with her slim pencil skirts, fitted structured jackets and blazers, and signature smoky eyes.
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