As someone who has studied and written about French-girl style for a decade, I know that a classic, timeless, and understated color remains a constant in a French woman's year-round wardrobe: navy blue. Whether it's in the form of a relaxed sweater, a chic blazer, a timeless pea coat, or tailored trousers, the rich-looking hue is an essential part of the chic Parisian look.
While it's always been a classic for the French, the expensive-looking color also happens to be having a major moment this fall/winter. The deep hue was spotted on head-to-toe looks all over the fall 2024 runways—from Altuzarra to Khaite—and recently spotted on several celebrities including, Katie Holmes, Kendall Jenner, Selena Gomez, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Saoirse Ronan—bringing a fresh energy to the understated color.
Take a look below to see how celebs and French women are wearing the luxurious color trend, and shop our favorite elegant navy pieces out there.
On Katie Holmes: Bevza Large Tote ($831)
On Kendall Jenner: The Row flats; John Galliano dress
On Dua Lipa: Tiffany & Co. Hardware Graduated Link Necklace ($3200); Tiffany & Co. Inside Out Hoop Earrings ($9700)
Navy Blue on the French Fashion Set
Shop Our Favorite Navy Blue Pieces
A navy V-neck sweater oozes Parisian chic vibes.
A pea coat is classic and timeless.
Navy satin pants will elevate your outfits in an instant.
Just add high-waisted jeans for a French-girl look.
There's something so luxurious about a navy suede handbag.
Upper East Side vibes.
A classic crewneck belongs in everyone's wardrobe.
Navy corduroy pants? Heck yeah.
A navy blazer will add instant polish.
Swap your black slip skirt for a navy one this season.
Obsessed with this barn jacket.
So chic! These are at the top of my Madewell cart.
A navy scarf-sweater will have you looking altogether on-trend this season.
There's something so chic about a long navy wool coat.
The perfect knit dress you can dress up or down.
You won't regret it.
Style with minimalist heels for a chic evening look.
A sumptuous suede jacket will make your outfit look so expensive.
The cardigan you'll reach for on repeat.
Sporty chic.
They look even better in person.
Stay warm in style.
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