I Asked My European Mum What Trends She’s Following This Summer—She Said These 7

Yep, quiet luxury doesn't just apply to Sofia Richie-Grainge-age brackets and TikTok teens, it also applies to some of the coolest women I know: mums.

Since I first learned how to put clothes on my back, my chic European mum has been pointing me in the right sartorial directIon. As a free-spirited, anti-trend European, her summer basics-of-choice have come to me embraced by fashion people everywhere as the epitome of stealth wealth. While she's always worn things like linen jackets, tailored trousers, and logo-less bags since the beginning of time, now, her favourite trends are back in the mainstream. 

As the adage goes, mother knows best. Below, shop the 7 anti-trend, quiet luxury essentials all cool European mums swear by. If you're looking to feel like an elevated bougie auntie, now's your chance.

1. White Trousers

This lean, crisp trouser style is worn by tons of chic French and Italian women year-round, but the effortless style shines especially brighter in the summer.

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2. Knit Maxi Dresses

For a light-weight, easy grab-and-go outfit, you simply can't go wrong with an understated long-line knit dress. Wear it alone or on top of a classic black bikini for your Grecian getaway.

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3. Oversize Poplin Shirts

If there's one thing cool, older European women swear by, it's the power of a simple white shirt. While the style isn't new by any means, the trendy ways to style it, especially given the understated nature of this year's stealth wealth movement, makes this piece a no-brainer.

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4. Linen Blazers

Sure, a black blazer is the epitome of class, but it's fresher, leaner light-weight linen counterpart has stolen the hearts, minds, and credit card numbers of cool French women everywhere this year.

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5. Leather Slides

If you're looking for your sign to invest in a no-frills, simple pair of good quality leather sandals, let this be it: the silhouette goes with everything in your closet already—trousers, dresses, and skirts are all easy outfit options.

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6. Raffia Totes

Invest in a timeless, oversize raffia tote to hold all of your French baguettes and farmer's market flowers this summer.

7. Tailored Shorts

For a modern, more elevated take on a short, opt for a tailored version. Shorts are clearly for everyone, and these classic pairs make the ultimate style statement, regardless of age.

SHOP TAILORED SHORTS:

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