Find Your French Style Muse

Classic, quirky or Left Bank cool - which French style icon do you relate to the most?

By Rosie Kelway
Monday July 11, 2016
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CLASSIC: Catherine Deneuve, in the 1967 film Belle de Jour, has been referenced by many designers over the years. At 71, she continues to be admired for her elegant French style. Picture / Still

QUIRKY: Half French Julia Sarr Jamois is the fashion editor for iD magazine and is known for her fun style – mixing denim, bold accessories and colour. Picture / @sarrjamois

LEFT BANK COOL: Actress and singer Vanessa Paradis is recognised for her signature gap tooth smile, and her effortlessly cool style. Picture / Supplied

Gucci loafers, about $880, from Net-a-Porter.com

Asos jeans,about $90.

MM6 by Maison Margiela bomber jacket, about $815, from Matchesfashion.com

Miu Miu sunglasses, about $590, from Nordstom.com

Kenzo watch, about $280, from Farfetch.com

Hermes vintage gloves, about $1035, from Farfetch.com

Max Mara cashmere coat, about $4190, from Net-a-Porter.com

Maryam Nassir Zadeh pumps, about $555, from LaGarconne.com

Givenchy satchel, about $3770, from SaksFifthAvenue.com

Saint Laurent dress, about $2655, from Farfetch.com

Nars nail polish, about $40, from Asos.com

Jimmy Choo pumps, about $980, from Nordstrom.com

Chanel vintage earrings, $629, from Love and Object.


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