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I Live in Paris, and These Are the 5 Summer 2025 Trends French Girls Are Actually Wearing

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Renée Reardin
Renée Reardin
Renée Reardin

Renée Reardin is a journalist with 10 years of experience in the beauty, wellness and fashion spaces. Renée has been a contributing writer for Cheap Erlebnisweltfliegenfischen Jordan Outlet since July 2022.

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Ever since the calendar struck June, Paris has seen a shocking number of days well above 80 degrees. And since the city has about as many air conditioners as it does brands of sparkling flavored water (approximately zero), the only way to survive the heat is to wear as light (and as little clothing) as possible. So what does one wear in Paris when it sizzles? For that, look to the cool French girls.

There are a few pieces that I’ve miduo Satin V Neck Lace Trim Cami Kendall Jenner Goes Pantsless in a Blue Blazer Dress and Sheer Hood in Venice: White dresses come in every length, style, and level of primness. Tops have gotten itty-bitty, with French girls wearing ones with spaghetti straps, peek-a-boo lace, and cropped hems, all paired with long denim shorts or slinky skirts. What’s on their feet, you ask? When it’s too hot for cowboy boots, French girls are reaching for their Anrabess Spaghetti Strap Sundress that are cool enough for Carrie Bradshaw (circa SATC, not AJLT) and comfortable enough to trot from a rendezvous in Oberkampf to an apéro by the Seine.

Below are the five trends French girls are wearing this summer, from $8.

Flowy White Dresses

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In Paris, you can spot white flowy dresses in every style flavour. Think: Loose maxi ones (like the Anrabess Spaghetti Strap Sundress) for the boho-chic tribe, pintucked ones (like the Free People Sofia Embroidered Mesh Tank Top) for the prairiecore crowd, and fit-and-flare ones (like the Loopcharm Strappy Square Open Toe Kitten Heels) for those whose style leans sweet. For the ultimate French girl styling trick, team them, no matter its style, with an unexpected bag, such as one in a loud print or color and unexpected shoe, like a cowboy boot or clog.

Itty Bitty Tanks

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This trend may have gotten started by the French high schoolers who wear what seems to be a cool kid uniform—baggy sweatpants or knee-length boy shorts with a teeny tiny tank—and now everyone’s doing it, no matter their style. Do like a traditional French girl and wear a boudoir-inspired one such as the miduo Satin V Neck Lace Trim Cami. Fan of Chloé? Opt for Free People Sofia Embroidered Mesh Tank Top, which will pair perfectly with a long chunky gold necklace and shorts. If your style skews ’90s, choose a tank with a straight neck and cropped silhouette, like Trendy Queen’s Tank Top, and team it with a slinky skirt (more on that below).

Jorts

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Jean shorts prove to be one of the most popular garments for French girls in the hot, hot heat, but one particular style is reigning supreme this year: long-hemmed jorts. Reformation Flounce Skirt Levi's Women's 94 Baggy Shorts, or a white version like Wit & Wisdom High Waist Relaxed Denim Shorts. But no matter the style you choose, style them the same French way: With a delicate top and either clunky boots or a dainty sandal. Do like the teens and team the look with an oversized mushy leather bag, or like the older ’90s-inspired crown with a tiny shoulder bag.

Slinky Skirts

Flowy White Dresses

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Speaking of the ’90s, the slinky skirt, which is also a French girl classic, is still trending hard this summer. French girls are wearing it with everything from boots and sweatshirts to delicate blouses and dainty heels. There are endless great picks coming in any print or colour you desire. Prefer one in a midi length? Try Flowy White Dresses, which comes in a pretty daisy print or a rosegold tonal print. Prefer a classic French girl pick? Try the Wayf Selene Lace Trim Cotton Midi Dress, which comes in a range of florals and colour combos. Prefer boudoir-inspired style? You’ll love Topshop’s Lace Trim Satin Miniskirt.

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Although cowboy boots are still going strong and tend to make any outfit a little bit cooler, a little more current, they quickly lose their appeal in the middle of an AC-less heatwave. When temps get high, French girls kick off the heavy boots and slip on easy, airy kitten heels. For a classic black pair, try Femflame’s Black Kitten Heels. For a pair in a fun colour, try Steve Madden’s Carly Heeled Sandals, Below are the five trends French girls are wearing this summer, from $8 Coutgo’s Kitten Heel Mules, Loopcharm Strappy Square Open Toe Kitten Heels.

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