I claim as friends some girls with continental backgrounds and by jove they are classy birds. Some are living in France, some made a life there before now, and some are perpetually drawn to France for their vacations. At any rate, French women have long held the reputation for being sassy, sensual dressers with an elegant, impeccable sense of style. And lets not forget the attitude: playful, mischievous and rebellious…all neatly packaged with a pretty red pout and the perfect balance of sulkiness and charm.
Completely envious of their natural ease, I thus pay homage to these girls, these women, these mynxes…
Polo PonyGirl: D3000 f/5.6; Exposure 1/200sec; ISO-100
Here are 10 tips (vicariously learned!) for dressing like a French woman…
1. Be elegant – Look for quality and only wear styles and colour that compliment you.
2. Mind the detail – be it jacket lining, dress straps, shoe detail…seek the beautiful best.
Flamenco Girl Lena: Cannon G7 f/2.8; Exposure 1/60sec; ISO-300
3. Match handbag and shoe – whether colour or style: edgy with edgy, or natural with natural.
4. Three Colours – don’t wear more than 3 colours together.
5. Be a touch daring – a studded belt, sassy scarf or electric handbag. Be memorable.
6. Hands – get a manicure. Or simply go nude with the paint job.
Leisurely Lena: D3000 f/4.5; Exposure 1/60sec; ISO-200
7. Perfect your makeup – need not be alot; just play up your best features. Everyday.
8. Up in the Hair – whether a proper blowdry or a pretty ponytail with a ribbon, or gorgeous curls. Own your hair.
Cruise Control Anne: D3000 f/5.6; Exposure 1/400sec; ISO-100
9. One thing Haute – be it a belt, bangle, scarf or bag. It completes the look.
10. Walk like a woman – use those hips and pull those shoulders back to walk proud and comfortable: for you are a gorgeous woman through and through. Such a belle!
Parisian Kym; D3000 f/6.3; Exposure 1/200sec; ISO-100
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