Another season has begun, and I'm still pining over French-girl style. Naturally, plenty of people have emulated and perfected the toned-down, timeless aesthetic over the years. Contrary to popular belief, French girls aren't spending hundreds of dollars on clothing every month but are instead buying select a few classic pieces from both trend-focused retailers and high-end brands to round out their closets. One of their favorite stores to shop at? Mango.
The Spanish retailer is known for its elegant selection of cool basics and elevated take on trends, making it a staple in French women's wardrobes. Naturally, as a self-proclaimed wannabe French girl, I spend hours combing through Mango's new-arrivals section weekly. Below are all of the It girl–approved finds you'd be shocked to not see on the streets of Paris, Saint-Tropez, and Nice as we close the chapter on summer and head into the fall.
French girls love to keep up with cool-girl luxury brands, so this whimsical blouse that feels very reminiscent of Chemena Kamali for Chloé is high up on their shopping list.
Studs and similar edgy hardware is a fresh way to spice up any basic tote bag.
If there's one thing you need to know about French women, it's that they love their classic denim straight-leg jeans.
BRB, about to book a vacation to Aix-en-Provence so I can wear this pretty blouse.
One thing French women love more than their jeans? Their timeless trench coats.
I can't with the levels of chicness.
Another Chloé-esque pick I know everyone will be swooning over.
Stripes are a must.
This lacy, sexy camisole is incredibly Camille Charriere coded.
This entire look is *chef's kiss.*
Sporty motifs are en vogue thanks to the Olympics in Paris this year.
If a cool French girl is getting married in the South of France this summer, I'm sure she'd pick up this romantic rose top for her nuptials.
Classic, elegant, and cool.
In lieu of over-the-top logo handbags, French women love to keep their purse choices subtle.
Shop more French girl–inspired Mango pieces:
Nail that classic French je ne sais quoi with this cool girl-approved basic for under $30.
This work jacket feels very Miu Miu coded.
J'adore.
White trousers are the anti-jeans trend French women have been loving for decades.
Drop-waist dresses have been huge this summer.
Ideal vacation sunnies.
Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc is calling.
Le cropped pants.
Adorable.
The contrast trim on this cardigan makes it look so rich.
A classic slip skirt is never a bad idea.
This dress may be a splurge, but it's so good.
Stylish Parisian women are partial to the leopard print trend that's been going viral on social media.
Timeless shoes are always the first to be chosen in a French girl's rotation.
No words needed.
I'll leave you with this pretty find. Au revoir!
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