French Girls Think These 5 Jeans and Sneaker Outfits Just Work

We often turn to French girls first for that effortless style inspiration. After all, this set just gets it with their je ne sais quoi and pared-down approach to fashion. On that note, we recently highlighted everything from the chic summer outfits to the cozy at-home looks Parisian women are turning to at the moment. Next, we thought we’d dive into some of the denim vibes they seem to be coveting. Specifically, we thought we’d focus on the jean outfits many are wearing with sneakers, in particular, given that this is a combo many of us rely on in our day to day.
With all that in mind, keep scrolling to check out the jean and sneaker outfits many French girls seem to know just work given their easy yet elevated nature. We’re talking everything from polished blazer ‘fits to more casual vibes, and so on. Keep scrolling for more. And if you’re shopping at the moment, you’ll also uncover inspired picks to get each look as well.
Sometimes simple is just the way to go. A white tee tucked into straight-leg jeans is chic with white sneakers and a playful bag.
Shop the look:
Keep it polished yet low-key with a turtleneck, slouchy blazer, black skinny jeans, and sneakers.
Shop the look:
A printed hoodie and loose jeans is where it's at with sneakers for a comfy vibe. Statement accessories—like a bucket hat—can take the look to the next level.
Shop the look:
A utility jacket teamed with light-wash jeans and Nike kicks is effortless and modern.
Shop the look:
An eye-catching jacket or cardigan is the perfect addition to this jeans and sneaker 'fit.
Shop the look:
Next, check out what French girls buy on Amazon.

Bobby Schuessler is a fashion editor with over a decade of editorial experience covering shopping, style, and beauty. He's spent 10 years at Who What Wear, currently leading the market team to deliver highly covetable and convertible content. He creates data-driven shopping guides featuring top retailers like Nordstrom, Shopbop, and Net-a-Porter and is at the forefront of Who What Wear's shopping tentpole strategies, including Amazon Prime Day. He also works on branded content initiatives and appears on camera in video and shopping livestream franchises.
-
Stop It Right Now—These 39 Under-$100 Nordstrom Finds Are Incredibly Gorgeous
Kitten heels, lacy skirts, and a new It sneaker.
-
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.
-
Aboard a Yacht in Sicily, There's Only One Sneaker Color to Wear With a White Sundress
Learn from the best, a.k.a. Naomi Campbell.
-
The Highly Specific Denim Trend Even I Didn't See Coming
Danielle Haim is a fan.
-
Black Heels Are Fine, But in France, Everyone Knows This Shoe Color Looks Better With White Dresses
Spotted at Versailles.
-
The Expensive-Looking Sandal Trend Fashion Girls Are Wearing With Baggy Jeans and White T-Shirts
A highly chic outfit lies ahead.
-
There Are Over 500 Tops and Jeans at Zara, But Only These 32 Chic Picks Need Your Attention
I'll bet they'll sell out before July's over.
-
I'm a Shopping Editor—These 31 Under-$50 Amazon Finds Are Giving Main Character Energy
These were really hard not to gatekeep.