36 Pieces to See If Your Aesthetic Is Rich French Woman But Your Budget Is $100

When you think of French fashion, you might think of tweed jackets, quilted bags, tailored pants, and black-and-white color schemes. Luxury fashion houses like Chanel, YSL, and Dior might also come to mind—along with the expensive price tags associated with those designers. I feel you on that! If you're unwilling to drop your paychecks on a Lady Dior bag or something adorned with that coveted double "C" logo, I've rounded up 36 pieces (under $100, no less!) that capture that rich French look without breaking the bank.
From elegantly draped tops and structured jackets to pleated pants and wool miniskirts, French-inspired outfits are easy to create on your own. Add accessories like initial hair barrettes, beaded evening bags, timeless sunglasses, and classic belts to tie your look together.
As a tip, brands like J.Crew, Cos, Reformation, Mango, Zara, and Anthropologie are great options for achieving the rich French-Girl aesthetic on a budget. Keep scrolling for Parisian fashion finds that'll make your wallet—and your closet—very happy. And don't mind me while I shop and daydream about moving to Montmartre.
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Lauren Adhav is a freelance fashion editor based in Los Angeles. Originally from Orlando, Florida, she got her start as the beauty and fashion editorial assistant at Cosmopolitan and worked her way up to fashion editor. She contributed to both the website and print issues, pitching new ideas, forecasting trends, covering red carpet events, and informing the overall coverage and brand voice.
After five years in NYC, she moved to Los Angeles. As a freelance fashion editor, she contributes to Cosmo, The Cut, and now Who What Wear. She also spends an unhealthy amount of time online shopping for the perfect piece, and now that she's in L.A., she's rediscovering her soft spot for malls.
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