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Dionne Brighton

How to build a French capsule wardrobe for timeless quiet luxury

A selection of tops, trousers and jackets for a French capsule wardrobe from & Other Stories, Converse, Missoma, Mango, Zara, Cos, ARKET, ME + EM, H&M, Bobbies Paris, Aligne, Been London

A French capsule wardrobe epitomizes subtle and elegant style. Evocative of this season's popular Quiet Luxury look, French women exude timelessness and it is this effortless chic that underpins their aesthetic. Inspired by some of the great fashion icons - Coco Chanel and Jane Birkin, we've pulled together a guide to how to get French girl style in a grown-up way, every day.

The French's influence on fashion is undeniable. Paris fashion week is the culmination of a month's worth of runway shows, with brands like Chanel, Céline, and Dior at the forefront of formulating the latest fashion trends every six months. Loved by celebrities and royals, the allure of French fashion houses comes from their distinctive yet subtle style, that never seems to date. A French capsule wardrobe is all about nailing those crucial investment pieces, as these will underpin every outfit, delivering a certain je ne sais quoi to every ensemble.

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