It’s a happy coincidence that the Cannes Film Festival lands in May, primed to boost me with styling inspiration to see me through the summer months. While the red carpet looks ignite my imagination, it’s the off-duty moments—the airport arrivals, hotel exits and casual street strolls—that actually influence what ends up in my summer wardrobe.
Stepping out of the Hotel Martinez on day three of the festival, Ariana Greenblatt delivered exactly the kind of understated, impossibly chic look that proves Cannes' casual style is just as compelling as the red carpet couture. Her take on the capri pants trend was a masterclass in grown-up elegance with a French twist—enough to make even the most hesitant dresser (read: me) reconsider the polarising trouser.
Where Londoners have been pairing their capris with pointy kitten heels and slouchy tees, Greenblatt opted for a more refined route. A black beret tipped her look into French-girl territory, while a cream knit top, round-toe black heels and a classic clutch kept the outfit feeling polished yet unfussy.
Sticking to a monochrome palette of cream and black, Greenblatt’s look tempered the playful energy of her Guizio Capri Pants (£120) with a sense of quiet confidence.
Exactly the kind of easy elegance I want my wardrobe to channel this summer. Scroll on to shop the best Greenblatt-inspired capri pants below.
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Style with kitten heels to give your look a playful, retro energy.
In a chic gingham print, the capri pants trend really comes to life.
While I love these in black, they also come in red and white.
Style with a boxy tee, or wear with a peplum to for a Greenblatt-approved ensemble.
The fill hem detailing gives these such a pretty, playful edge.
It's not just a fad—the capri pants trend isn't showing any signs of slowing down.
Style this with the matching top or wear with a retro tee.
Wear these with pretty Mary Janes to give your outfit a preppy energy.
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