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I Work in NYC But Dress Like a Parisian—6 Anti-Trend Items I Rely On to Look Chic

Not Mary Janes and not a trench coat, here's the fall wardrobe classic French women return to year after year.

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Anti-trend Parisian fall fashion 2026
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6 Anti-Trend Parisian Items for Fall 20261. Suede Blazer2. Leather Column Skirt3. Crewneck Cardigan4. Pop of Red5. Plaque Belt6. Straight-Leg Jeans

It's fall in NYC, but for some reason, I can't stop dressing like I'm in Paris. French style has taken over my feed, from Parisian color trends to the flat-shoe trends French women are wearing. I'll admit I've never received more compliments. So I decided to look inward to analyze what makes my style feel so European. And I found it's in the basics.

The anti-trend pieces French women rely on year after year—that's the key. I don't want to give too many spoilers, because ahead you'll find the six anti-trend Parisian items I'm talking about, but think timeless, classic items like a crewneck cardigan or leather skirt. These pieces are workhorses, meaning styling them comes easy. And so do the compliments. Scroll on to see which French-woman essentials made my list.

6 Anti-Trend Parisian Items for Fall 2026

1. Suede Blazer

@juliesfi wearing a suede blazer, jeans, and white T-shirt
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This humble jacket carries the weight of most chic Parisian wardrobes. It's simple, low-effort, and sharp.

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2. Leather Column Skirt

@sylviemus_ wearing A.L.C skirt and button-down
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If there's one thing to take away from this list, it's this: a leather column skirt. Particularly, ALC's Marta Skirt. Even our cofounder Hillary Kerr swears by it.

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3. Crewneck Cardigan

@salome.mory wearing a black cardigan, jeans, and white ballet flat heels
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During my first visit to Paris, I noticed French women love a crewneck cardigan. And now so do I.

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4. Pop of Red

@annelauremais wearing a semi-shirt white swear, red cardigan, trousers, and white heels
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I'd be hard-pressed to find a Parisian who doesn't believe in a pop of red. Whether it's in the form of a red lip or knit, this addition of color is always welcome.

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5. Plaque Belt

@emmanuellek_ wearing a button-down, belt, jeans, and Ralph Lauren bag
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Arguably the "trendiest" on the list, this statement belt was popular long before the urban cowgirls of Paris started styling it. It adds a chic, Western flair to just about any outfit.

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6. Straight-Leg Jeans

@sabinasocol wearing a shawl and straight-leg jeans
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It will be years before straight-leg jeans to go out of style (if they ever do). The relaxed fit makes them wildly easy to style. Go for a shawl or an oversize knit, and thank me later.

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