Simple French Outfit Formulas for effortless summer style

5 French Outfit Formulas for Effortless Summer Style

Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this Style feature about 5 French Outfit Formulas for Effortless Summer Style. As part of this month’s “Art of Slowing Down” series, I’ve been thinking about the little ways we can make everyday life feel calmer. Getting dressed is one of them. French women have long understood that …

Espadrilles - My Rouje Archive Edit

My Rouje Archive Edit — French Style Picks Up to 60% Off

UPDATE : Since publishing this edit, Rouje have collaborated with French swimwear brand Etam on a capsule collection inspired by the French Riviera of the 1960s — retro, feminine, and very much in the spirit of this edit. Not reduced, but worth a look. Welcome to My Rouje Archive Edit with French Style Picks Up …

French Riviera Style: Effortless Summer Dressing Inspired by the Côte d’Azur

French Riviera Style: Effortless Summer Dressing Inspired by the Côte d’Azur

Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this Style feature about French Riviera Style: Effortless Summer Dressing Inspired by the Côte d’Azur. Having spent many summers exploring the French Riviera, from the colourful streets of Nice to the glamour of Saint-Tropez and the elegance of Cap d’Antibes, I’ve always been fascinated by the effortless way …

French Summer Capsule Wardrobe: Timeless Pieces for Effortless Style

French Summer Capsule Wardrobe: Timeless Pieces for Effortless Style

Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this Style feature about our French Summer Capsule Wardrobe: Timeless Pieces for Effortless Style. There is something undeniably appealing about French summer style. It feels natural, understated, and quietly elegant, never overdone, yet always put together. As always with French style, the secret lies not in having more, …

The Art of Dressing Well (Without Buying New Clothes)

The Art of Dressing Well (Without Buying New Clothes)

Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this Style feature about The Art of Dressing Well (Without Buying New Clothes). There’s something about a well put-together outfit that makes you feel like you could move mountains. People may find it superficial, but fashion and dressing well instil a kind of quiet confidence that is hard …

French Wardrobe Essentials

French Wardrobe Essentials: 10 Things Every French Woman Owns

Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and our guide to French Wardrobe Essentials: 10 Things Every French Woman Owns. French style isn’t about trends — it’s about consistency. While seasonal pieces come and go, most French women rely on a core wardrobe of timeless essentials that layer effortlessly, transition across occasions, and quietly elevate everyday …

wear a bold print

How to Wear a Bold Print the French Way: Timeless Style Tips

Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature about How to Wear a Bold Print the French Way: Timeless Style Tips. Walk through any market town in Provence in high summer and you’ll see it everywhere — a bold floral skirt paired with a plain linen top, a striped Breton tee under a tailored …

Paris style autumn/winter 2025

Paris Style Autumn/Winter 2025: A guide to French elegance

Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and our guide to Paris style Autumn/Winter 2025. Amongst the things that are envied about the French, their sense of fashion is certainly high up on the list. It’s true — everyone wants to dress like a Parisienne : the effortless elegance, the timeless flair and that “je ne …

What to wear in Paris in Spring 2025

What to wear in Paris in Spring 2025 : An Insider’s Guide

 If you’re wondering What to wear in Paris in Spring 2025, look no further! With spring just around the corner, it’s important to start thinking about the perfect wardrobe for the warmer weather. And where better to find inspiration than on the streets of Paris? Paris in spring is a dream – blooming cherry blossoms, …