French women are known for their effortless aesthetics. You know, that je ne sais quoi approach to style. So yes, basics (items that are easy in nature) are typically front-runners in the wardrobes of Parisians. On that note, there are actually a few key elevated basics that already seem to be go-to selects after scrolling through the Instagram feeds of some of the French women we follow.
Below you’ll find a list of the summer basics fashion people who live in Paris are turning to now and will continue to wear all summer long (and beyond). As you’ll see, the silhouettes in question are all versatile and could be styled in a multitude of ways to create those elegant yet laid-back Parisian vibes. Keep scrolling for more.
White Tank + Striped Shirt
A white tank or tee is a no-fail basic. This summer, consider styling one with an oversize striped shirt on top (opened up) for a cool and easy look.
Madewell
Supima Cotton Rib Cutaway Tank
H&M
Crinkled Cotton Shirt
Nordstrom
Everyday Cotton Rib Tank
Treasure & Bond
Oversize Stripe Poplin Button-Up Shirt
Treasure & Bond
Cutaway Shoulder Cotton Blend Tank
J.Crew
Étienne Oversized Shirt in Red Pinstripe
Caslon
Melody Rib Tank Top
ZARA
Oversized Striped Shirt
Breezy/Linen Pants
Whether in linen, satin, or cotton, a pair of flowy and breezy pants will keep you comfortable and chic all summer long.
Caslon
Drawstring Straight Leg Linen Pants
H&M
Linen-Blend Pull-On Pants
J.Crew
Soleil Pant in Striped Linen
Open Edit
Wide Leg Linen Blend Pants
Reformation
Alex Linen Pants
Topshop
Satin Wide Leg Pants
Denim Shorts
Denim shorts will continue to reign supreme as a go-to basic among Parisians. This look is effortless with the tee and shorts.
H&M
High Waist Denim Shorts
Citizens of Humanity
Brynn Drawstring Denim Shorts
AGOLDE
Parker Long High Waist Cutoff Denim Shorts
ELOQUII
Raw Hem Denim Bermuda Shorts
White Dress
In the dress realm, throw-on-and-go white dresses are definitely a go-to choice for an easy and elegant vibe.
Free People
Liza Drop-Waist Midi
J.Crew
High-Neck Midi Dress in Linen
Treasure & Bond
Pintuck Cotton Maxi Dress
Hill House Home
The Jacqueline Dress
Short-Sleeve Knit
A short-sleeve knit is quite elegant and refined feeling, particularly when teamed with a full skirt (like this Parisian is wearing here) or trousers.
Banana Republic
Luna Cashmere Sweater Top
Tahari ASL
Short Sleeve Sweater
VERO MODA
New Lex Sun Sweater
RUE SOPHIE
Harriet V-Neck Wool & Cashmere Sweater
MANGO
Short Sleeve Sweater
Sablyn
Charleston Cashmere Short Sleeve Sweater