{"id":33,"date":"2018-10-23T17:10:18","date_gmt":"2018-10-23T21:10:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thefrench.com\/?p=33"},"modified":"2025-01-19T19:06:15","modified_gmt":"2025-01-20T00:06:15","slug":"style-rules","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thefrench.com\/style-rules\/","title":{"rendered":"7 French Style Rules to Live (and Shop) By"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Want to live and shop like a French girl? Here are seven tips for running your life \u00e0 la fran\u00e7aise<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. Don\u2019t Follow Trends<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Trends come and go, but style never fades. The saying is clich\u00e9 but true. A French girl can easily tell the difference between a classic piece and a trend that will fade in time. French girls don’t follow the majority of fashion trends, and those they do support are generally vintage<\/a> trends that have stood the test of time. The desire to be considered in the know simply isn’t as concerning to French girls the way it is in the US.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Invest in Quality Pieces<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

French girls tend to invest in a limited number of quality pieces each season. Have you heard of the 5-Piece French Wardrobe<\/a>? French women practice the philosophy of buying less each season but investing<\/em> in quality pieces when they do make a purchase. Avoid impulse purchases and go for well-made pieces that will last longer than a few seasons. You’ll end up with a wardrobe you’re proud of and can pass on to your heirs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you find it hard to make everyday shopping decisions, read my guide on how to decide what’s worth buying for your wardrobe<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I’ve also shared several lists of the best French investments for your wardrobe if you wish to acquire quality pieces:<\/p>\n\n\n\n