I’m always taking style notes from French women. (For proof, please see my social media feed.) Never overly trendy but always effortlessly cool, French women are patrons of the classics. And with spring here, these style aficionados have added seasonal essentials to their wardrobes, including linen separates, elegant dresses, woven accessories, and some fun swim styles. Of course, I’ve been eager to add these items to my wardrobe and was relieved (but not surprised) to find that J.Crew’s new arrivals have it all. Standouts include an embroidered linen top, a fitted tank dress with a poplin skirt, and a chic hand-knotted clutch. Perfect for the beach, dinners, and city strolls, here are the 20 finds any French woman would buy in a heartbeat.
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Étienne Oversized Shirt in Lightweight Oxford
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Wide-Leg Essential Pant in Linen
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Cyan Strapless Sweater-Dress in Stripe
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Wide-Brim Raffia Bucket Hat
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Squareneck String Bikini Top in Stripe
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’90s High-Leg Bikini Bottom in Stripe
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Bungalow Embroidered Top in Linen
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Tropez Short in Striped Linen
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Sweetheart Tank Dress With Poplin Skirt
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Smocked-Neck Top in Textured Gauze
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Portofino Hand-Knotted Clutch
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Squareneck One-Piece Swimsuit With Contrast Trim
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Maxine Button-Back Dress in Linen
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One-Shoulder One-Piece Swimsuit With Side Tie
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Button-Up Midi Dress in Linen
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Helena Blazer in Stretch Linen Blend
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Claudia Dress in Linen
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Woven Square Buckle Belt
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Cyan Sweater Dress in Stripe