Effortless Style: Parisian Chic

I am currently reading through the book Parisian Chic, It's inspiring and challenges you to think outside the box with your wardrobe by mixing fun pieces together with a few basics. My new favorite book.

A few of it's tips and tricks for dressing in European, effortless, fashion:

• hunt for vintage men's scarves and wear them with everything

• anything from a surplus store worn with costume jewelry is good.

• wear your teenage son's shirt with a push up bra underneath...

• cinch everything with a big well-worn man's belt. Tie the excess length in a loose knot.

• wear knee-high cashmere socks in all colors (khaki, raspberry, turquoise) 

• roll the sleeves of your cotton shirt back loosely over your sweater-the ultimate casual chic statement

Here are some looks inspired by the books tips.

Parisian Chic by sydneymalain featuring a buckle belt

Parisian chic #2 by sydneymalain
featuring quilted boots

"Effortless style" often takes as it says, relatively little effort

-Ines De La Fressange

XOXOXO,
TheBackwardsOwl
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