If a Parisian Walks Into Zara, She's Leaving With These Chic Items

If you read my stories regularly, you'll know I'm French at heart, especially when it comes to my style. I'm forever searching for fresh pieces that embody that nonchalant-yet-polished aesthetic the French do so well.
If an effortlessly cool Parisian style is what you're looking for this season—and you don't want to spend a fortune—then this one's for you. Below, I've rounded up pieces that ooze French charm for spring and summer. From basket bags to straight-leg jeans and relaxed button-downs, I'm sharing my favorite Zara finds below. These are perfect for anyone going for a classic but modern French vibe.
Next, A French Woman Walks Into H&M—8 Effortless Items She'd Buy and 8 She'd Skip

Judith Jones is the associate shopping director at Who What Wear and has worked in fashion for over a decade. She specializes in shopping content and trend stories with high-affiliate impact. She shares the coolest, most desirable fashion market finds and brands for every budget. Previous to working in fashion, Judith worked as a TV host on the PBS travel show Globe Trekker (airing on Netflix and Amazon Prime) sharing her passion for travel and culture.
-
If You Want to Look More French, This Is the #1 Pant Trend to Buy and Shoes to Wear With Them
As seen on an It girl in Paris.
-
Black Heels Are Fine, But in France, Everyone Knows This Shoe Color Looks Better With White Dresses
Spotted at Versailles.
-
I Just Got Back From Paris and Saw These 4 Summer Trends on the Chicest Women
French-girl summer.
-
Hold the Sneakers—This Is the Classy Flat-Shoe Style French Women Wear With 3 Different Casual Pants
The chicest look.
-
Don't Pack Up Your Sweaters Just Yet—Cool Fashion People Are Repurposing Them in the Chicest Way for Summer
All the outfit inspiration is inside.
-
Spotted at the Ritz Paris: The Flat-Shoe Trend Chic Parisians Wear With Capris, Miniskirts, and Jeans
A do-it-all type of shoes.
-
If Your Summer 2025 Goal Is to Look "More French," Buy These 8 Items Immediately
A great goal to have.
-
You Don't Have to Fly to the French Riviera to Look Like a Regular at Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc—Just Wear This
Sofia Richie Grainge coded.