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How To Wear White Denim The French Way

May 28, 2024

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How To Wear White Denim The French Way

It’s no secret that French women are the epitome of chic and classic when it comes to fashion. They seem to have that effortless way about them, admired by many, including myself. Today, I share 6 ways to wear white denim the French way.

I am also joined by several friends who are showing how they wear white denim, so if the French way isn’t for you, make sure to check out their posts.

My Favorite Way To Wear White Denim The French Way

One of my favorite ways to wear white denim is with a lightweight sweater, navy blazer, and sandals or boots. It’s elevated and chic with the navy blazer yet still casual as well.

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What Styles Of White Denim Do French Women Wear

There are 4 main styles of white denim which French women wear during the spring and summer seasons. As always, they tend to stay away from jeans with rips or holes and any sort of embellishments.

Go for a pair of white denim that complements your silhouette. I like to wear flare legs because they help to elongate the leg.

The 4 main styles which Parisian women prefer are straight leg, flare, wide leg, and cropped wide leg.

7 White Denim Outfits The French Way

Here are 7 ways to wear white denim the French way. Classic, timeless, and chic for the summer season. These are meant to help inspire and create your own vision of how to wear white denim.

White Button Down + Denim + Brown Sandals + Market Tote

Graphic of white denim with white button top and brown sandals.

Wear an all-white look with your favorite white button-down top, white denim, brown sandals, and a market tote. For a warm-weather look, you could choose a cotton button-down or timeless linen like this one from J.Crew.

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Black Tee + Denim + Slingbacks + Leather Bag

How to Wear White Denim With Black Tee and Slingbacks.

A simple yet chic way to wear your white denim is with a favorite black t-shirt, slingbacks, and a leather bag. I love the front pockets on this pair of white denim, which are super chic.

The black T-shirt from ATM is an investment but worth it. I wear a medium in this specific style.

My favorite Chanel dupe slingbacks are this pair from Vaneli and the Barton from Tuckernuck.

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Navy Top + Denim + Bucket Bag + Slides

Wearing white denim the French way with navy linen top and basket bag.

Navy and white look incredibly chic together. Navy always elevates any outfit, especially a white pair of flare denim. Add brown textures through a handbag and mules.

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Lightweight Sweater + Denim + Gold Sandals + Bucket Bag

Brown linen top with white denim and gold sandals.

Gold sandals are one of my favorite shoes to wear with white denim. They help to dress up the jeans while still keeping the look a bit casual. My favorite is the Gloria Sandals from SƩzane.

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Chambray Shirt + Denim + Clogs + Panier

Chambray top with white denim and clogs.

I love the look of this chambray top, which is light and airy, worn with a pair of skinny flare denim. Add a chic pair of clogs, like these from SƩzane, and a woven tote from Banana Republic.

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Striped Top + Denim + Black Slides + Market Bag

Stripe Top With White Denim for french look.

Of course, the quintessential striped top is always a classic and chic option to wear white denim, the French way. Go for a short sleeve like this one or a long sleeve option like this one.

Add in a pair of black slides and a cool and raffia tote, for a complete Parisian look.

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  1. Julie says:

    Hi,
    Loved today’s post, but then I love them all. I hope your new website does not change the organization of your posts…they are perfect now. I read many fashion blogs and yours is hands down my favorite.
    Thank you, Julie

  2. Ginger says:

    Lovely to meet you Noelani! I love your classic French style outfits especially the white on white and striped top with with white. The fabulous accessories really make them pop!

  3. kim says:

    Noelani, So nice to do this with you. Love your style and your blog. These outfits are beautiful! So many great pieces you linked to also! I think my favorite is always the white with white and the tan accessories. I look forward to following your posts! I am a Francophile too. x Kim

  4. sherry hart says:

    Man you gave me so many wonderful outfits! Love the gold candles whit white denim…must try and of course glad to now that when I wear my oversized white linen shirt I am looking like a french girl:) Love Love your style and glad that the girls put this together!

  5. Mary Ann Pickett says:

    You really nailed this, Noelani!!! I lived in Paris for two years (20 years ago) and you make the French style so easy to understand and emulate. I really want your Sezane basket bag (and everything else).
    Thanks for doing this with us. So nice to meet you.

  6. cindy says:

    Hi Noelani

    Welcome! I love every single look you have shared. They are all classics that will flatter almost everyone. I have had my eye on those French Sole Sandals. They are so great looking! Thanks so much for joining us. I am from the Midwest originally, but have been here since shortly after college.

  7. Annie Diamond says:

    Noelani!
    So chic! I love every look! It’s amazing how a shoe and bag can change a look!
    I love your style!!
    Annie

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