Jeans are the most universally loved wardrobe staple out there. They’re essentially a canvas for anything in your closet, from bold prints to unexpected silhouettes. But now that we’ve entered a new season (fall officially began on September 22, BTW), have you thought about how you’ll style your denim for chilly weather? If you’re shaking your head no, not to worry. French women already have a leg up, wearing their jeans with autumn’s chicest trends.
Sure, you could pair your denim with a cute sweater and boots and head out the door, but French women are offering up plenty of fresh styling inspiration this season. With outerwear weather on the horizon, consider wearing your jeans with a statement jacket—French fashion people are adopting Penny Lane coats. Don’t overlook accessories, either. To draw eyes to the bottom half of your look, slip into freaky flats, aka footwear with an outlandish twist.
Below, discover more fall trends French women are wearing with their jeans.
Striped Sweaters
Stripes, in general, are shaping up to be a major fall trend. For a cozy way to tap into the print, opt for a striped sweater. If mixing patterns isn’t your thing, let the knitwear do the talking by pairing it with jeans. The duo is primed for a laid-back weekend out and about.
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Penny Lane Coats
After initially gaining popularity in the ’70s, Penny Lane coats are returning with a vengeance this season, and they’re already making waves in France. With a furry trim along the collar and cuffs, the jacket packs a bold punch, making jeans the perfect counterpart. Chilly weather can’t come soon enough!
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Freaky Flats
It seems shoes are getting freakier by the season, and this fall, French women are embracing head-turning flats, from Maison Margiela’s famous Tabis to Tory Burch’s Pierced mules. No, the shoes aren’t the easiest to pull off, but with jeans, they read a little less polarizing.
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Suede Accessories
If your style is on the minimalist side, there’s no shortage of understated French women–approved fall trends to style with your jeans. Suede accessories, for instance, elevate denim while adding texture. Try the material in the form of a tote, boots, or a belt.
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V-Neck Tees
The coolest pairing in France right now? Jeans and a V-neck tee. Though inherently casual, the combination can be spruced up with a leather handbag and coordinating belt, as seen above. Feel free to play around with proportions too. Think slouchy jeans and a formfitting V-neck T-shirt.
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Fiery Red
Royal purple may be fall’s biggest color trend, but fiery red is a close second—well, at least in France. As of late, French fashion people have been reaching for fire-engine red pieces, from sweaters to ballet flats, teaming them with low-key denim.
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