I’ve obviously been watching Emily in Paris recently (I don’t make the rules!), and when chitchatting about it to friends and random people at events and such, it never fails to delight me how worked up everyone gets about the fashion. We love it, we hate it, and we need to talk about it—particularly about how fabulously at odds it all seems with the classic, impeccably understated idea we have of what French style should be.
If your personal style veers more “capsule wardrobe” and less “prints on prints for all occasions,” then this curation of chic fall items is for you. Think timeless denim, excellent tailored separates, and elegant accessories that elevate the simplest outfits. From Isabel Marant accessories to under-$100 basics, I found all these French-coded pieces at Nordstrom and Revolve. No, Emily Cooper probably wouldn’t buy anything here, but my friends in Paris definitely would.
Topshop
High Pile Fleece Lined Trench Coat
A trench that’s secretly cozy.
Flattered
Malva Suede Mule
Just the tiniest heel makes all the difference.
8 Other Reasons
London Earrings
Here to elevate any denim-and-knitwear uniforms.
& Other Stories
Crewneck Sweater
Every fall wardrobe needs one punchy sweater.
Everything about this, especially the blazer.
Good American
Good 90s Straight Leg
Shout-out to Good American for making these perfect ’90s-inspired jeans in such a wide range of sizes (from 00 to 24).
Ideal with the above denim.
Sylvie Mus would wear these with black tights when it gets chilly.
The leather jacket style du jour.
Isabel Marant
Embroidered Logo Denim Baseball Cap
For when it’s drizzling but not really raining aka classic Paris weather.
Longchamp
Medium Replay Recycled Canvas Tote
Everyone’s favorite canvas bag in a fresh shape and fall’s trendiest hue.
Tony Bianco
Quill Slingback
Nordstrom
Textured Blazer
A little more than a blazer, a little less than a coat.
& Other Stories
Rib Long Sleeve Cotton T-Shirt
What to wear under the above blazer.
Reformation
Cary Slouchy Low Rise Wide Leg Jeans
Dark-wash jeans make a casual look feel so expensive.
Sam Edelman
Bianka Sling Back
There’s no wrong time of year to buy slingbacks this good.
Le Specs
Outta Love Sunglasses
Still the coolest under-$100 sunglasses out there.
Saint Laurent
Micro Le 5 à 7 Leather Hobo
An elite structured shoulder bag to go with everything.
& Other Stories
Plaid One-Button Blazer
Plaid blazers never go out of style.
A double strap feels a little more special.
8 Other Reasons
Leather Chain Belt
Parisians really know the value of a good belt moment.
Isabel Marant Étoile
Nelly Wool Blend Jacket
Here for navy knits with soft-fringed edges.
Tony Bianco
Wynnie Mary Jane
The square toe and burgundy hue are making these Mary Janes feel very 2024.
Jenny Bird
Doune Hoop Earrings
The perfect everyday earrings.
Reformation
Calloway Crewneck Wool Sweater
Slouchy knits with a tiny bit of sleeve drama.
Yes to mock-croc accessories, especially loafers.
& Other Stories
Wool & Alpaca Blend Cardigan
Crewneck cardigans just styled as a top. Completely buttoned all the way up. You know?
Mango
Faux Leather Shopper
Your commute can be cute.
My new favorite under-$150 shoes.
Reformation
Alex Pinstripe Wide Leg Pants
Possibly the most “weekday Parisian” energy I’ve ever seen in my entire life.
Free People
Blair Faux Leather Jacket
This chill collared jacket is absolutely what’s being worn with the above trousers and loafers.
Chic earrings that aren’t trying to do too much.
Topshop
Giulia Animal Print Handbag
So many pops of animal print are in Paris right now.
Chloé
Marcie Mary Jane Flat
T-bar flats are the moment.
Reiss
Nola Textured Wool Jacket
Your fall blazer rotation deserves a cropped, collarless style to pair with slouchier bottoms.
Le Specs
Tragic Magic Blue Light Glasses
These might actually be compulsory for cool people working on their laptops from cafés in Le Marais.
If there’s one thing I know to be true, it’s that Parisian women love black ankle boots.
Nordstrom
One-Button Blazer
What to wear when you don’t know what to wear.
Capped-toe slingbacks are as good in the fall as they are in the spring.
IMO, a square buckle just looks more luxe.
Good American
Uniform Trench