Parisians Are Wearing Stripes

a few ways they styled it

I love people watching and a city like Paris is candy for your eyes. As I observed people wandering, I began to notice striped pants, striped jackets, striped blazers, striped coats — stripes everywhere. I own two pairs of striped trousers I’ve talked about before (here and here), so it was possible it was just my confirmation bias. Or maybe stripes are the next repeat of a historical trend?!

coat | shirt | jeans | purse | earrings | boots

I failed at taking pictures while they walked by, but I took notes of how they styled it and I wanted to share it with you, plus some ways I’m styling my striped pants.

One thing to note is that I saw minimal jewelry — if any. I did notice more rings in comparison to anything else.

How Parisians Style It

The first day I was in Paris I saw the most beautiful navy striped coat. It was one of those moments where I turned around and stared at the woman to admire her clothing choice as she faded away into the distance. I deeply regret not running after her and asking her where it was from. 

Due to the amount of walking, I am not surprised at the shoe choice. While I noticed mostly Sambas, a few people (including this inspo lady!) were rocking Salomons.

coat (unfortunately only available in the EU) | (US alternative here and here) | t-shirt | trousers | hoodie (wool option | cotton option) | purse | shoes

I actually saw someone with this exact coat after I had tried it in a different color at COS a few days prior. I spotted her pairing it with black jeans, sambas and a shoulder bag. 

earrings (15% with code GOLDEN) | purse | shoes | turtleneck | jeans | coat

While riding the metro, I spotted a gal in this outfit that made me want to copy every single thing she had on. I personally love a more oversized look for a blazer. I think this also allows for wearing a blazer as a “coat” as it very much works for those transitional outfits in early Fall. BRB currently trying to convince my husband he “needs” this jacket so I can steal it.

PS. If you want this look without investing in a blazer, look in the men’s section for a cotton jacket or even a button down to help you achieve the look.

blazer | sweater | jeans | neck scarf | boots | phone strap

How I’ve Styled It

I packed my navy striped trousers for Paris and I felt very comfortable as we ran around the city while still feeling chic. Unfortunately I did not take a picture of my full outfit, so I recreated it below. I did take a picture of my pants and shoes, if you’re curious. 

t-shirt | sweater | trousers (I own these) | coat (red is sold out, but tan is available) | scarf | shoes

I also wore the same trousers in the summer with a tank top and flip flops. I paired it with my olive green purse for some added “color” and called it a day.

tank | trousers | flip flops | same purse, different color | different purse, similar color

You may have also seen me wear and mention these trousers over and over again. One of my favorite outfits I wore this summer seen below. 

tank | trousers (different silhouette here)| belt | flip flops | purse | earrings (similar)

All featured items available here, plus a few alternatives. 

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I’m not Parisian, but I’ll happily join them in wearing stripes any time of the year. What about you?!

PS. Would you like a part two with what else I saw people wearing in Paris?

xx Ofelia

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