4 Items Stylish French Girls Love to Wear With Sneakers

Undoubtedly, sneakers add the perfect casual and comfortable touch to every outfit. Whether you want to dress down a pretty floral frock or add edge to a polished tailored look, casual kicks always offer a touch of "cool" to any ensemble.
Wearing sneakers is not exactly a style revelation, but lately, I've been inspired to wear them in fresh and fashion-forward ways after spotting several stylish French girls wearing them with a myriad of sleek pieces. These looks strike the perfect balance between effortless and chic—a combo the French excel at. So if you're looking to breathe new life into your sneaker outfits, then take a look at the pieces stylish French women are wearing with their sneakers this season and shop the looks for yourself.
1. Loose Tailored Trousers
French girls have been loving this season's biggest pant trend, and their favorite way of styling it is with cool, retro sneakers—the perfect casual-chic look.
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2. Black Maxi & Midi Dresses
Cool sneakers add a laid-back touch to sleek black midi- and maxi-length dresses, providing a stylish day-to-night look.
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3. Straight-Leg Jeans & Socks
French girls love their straight-leg jeans, so it's not surprising they're pairing them with every type of sneakers, from high-tops to chunky pairs, occasionally even adding colorful socks for a playful touch.
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4. City Shorts
City shorts paired with casual kicks are a simple and stylish option for Parisian fashion people when the temps start to rise. Keep your accessories polished to balance the casual nature of your shorts and sneakers.
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Up next, 8 Items Parisians Love to Wear With Spring's Biggest Pant Trend
Judith Jones is the associate shopping director at Who What Wear who specializes in shopping content and trend stories with high-affiliate impact. She shares the coolest, most desirable fashion market finds and brands for every budget. Previous to working in fashion, Judith worked as a TV host on the PBS travel show Globe Trekker (airing on Netflix and Amazon Prime) sharing her passion for travel and culture.
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