The Classic Trainer Style French Women Wear on Heavy Rotation

When it comes to looking for classic outfit inspiration, I can't help but beeline over to the Insta profiles of my favourite French or Paris-based muses. As cliché as it might sound, Parisian style—or the idea of it anyway—has undeniably set the bar for many when it comes to putting together an elevated, timeless look. I had my fall wardrobe in mind during a recent perusal of my favourite French-women accounts, and it dawned on me that there was one sneaker brand I saw them donning no matter the year or the season: Converse. It's no surprise either.
Converse has long had a cult-classic status, which is quite apropos when it comes to French fashion. I know any shoe style is instantly chic when given the Parisian style treatment, but women in France truly wear Converse on heavy rotation—and for good reason. You can wear a pair year-round with everything from jeans to skirts to dresses to trousers seamlessly. Plus, they are under £100 and come in a variety of colours and styles. Below, you'll find seven winter outfit ideas straight from some of the chicest French women I know, all complete with Converse sneakers.
See How French Women Are Styling Converse:
1. Jeans + Black Knit + Converse
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2. Wide-Leg Trousers + Bomber + Converse
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Statement earrings to top off your look.
3. Jeans + Camel Coat + Converse
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How is this chic sweater under £35?
4. White Jeans + White Knit + Converse
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5. Slip Skirt + Roll Neck + Converse
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Perfect for layering or to wear on its own.
This black take on high-tops has cool off-white detailing.
6. Denim Boilersuit + Converse
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For a one-and-done outfit.
Such a fun color.
7. Jeans + Blazer + Converse
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Jennifer Camp Forbes is a senior shopping editor at Who What Wear, where she has worked in a variety of capacities including creative director and various editor roles. She’s a well-known shopping expert that’s sought out for advice and insight on the latest trends, outfit ideas, and fashion picks thanks to her thoughtful shopping roundups. Jennifer's lifelong interest in fashion led her to intern at Harper’s Bazaar as an undergraduate. Later, while working towards her masters degree in psychological counseling at Columbia University, she founded two digital fashion publications: Le Fashion and Olsens Anonymous. The popularity of both sites grew and after graduation she decided put her plans to become a therapist aside to pursue a career in fashion.
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