It’s been raining, the air got much crispier and I’ve been thinking about cozy layers, warm socks and knit scarves. One of my autumn/winter goals is to master the French art of layering and what I mean by that is not to look like an onion. So when a few days ago I spotted Gabrielle's post I almost jumped up with excitement as she shared a few handy tips on French layering that I can not wait to try. Here is a handful:
- Always start with a blouse or button down, then add a cardigan or a pullover and top it off with a jacket or a coat. For winter or when it gets really cold you can also add a tee as a base layer and then put the blouse, sweater, coat on top of that.
- Your outfit can not be complete without a scarf. Fun fact: Gabrielle said that French ladies always wear scarves and the only place you can spot them without it is on the beach. Ha!
- Most of the layers are classic colours like brown, black, navy, so to add a pop of colour French women usually wear a bolder scarf. Good idea, don’t you think?
- Also, she mentioned that the basics layers are meant to be worn frequently which will give you a great base for the rest of the outfit + the bolder colour scarf.
Her ideas got me thinking about creating a few classic colour basic sets in my closet so it will be easier to layer them with fun cardigans or a bolder pair of pants. What do you think? Do you like layering? What’s your favourite combination? xo
P.S: Plus a few tips on texture mix for your layers.
P.P.S: Remember this girl? She definitely has it all figured out!
(Photos by The Sartorialist, Jak & Jil, Vanessa Jackman, International Streetstyle and via Quality Time)
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49 comments:
These women pull the look off so effortlessly! Thanks for the tips, they'll come in handy once we're out of this heatwave in LA ;)
You are such a tease!
I am sweating here in the desert longing for a cool crisp breeze to blow by ;)
I would love to layer but I always come out looking like a football player. I just can't ever seem to pull it off as wonderfully as these ladies do.
Great tips maybe, if it ever gets cold here, I can try them
Amy
I swear that in a past life, I was French! I only wear neutrals and use the scarf for the pop of color!
Love that they only don't wear on the beach. So chic!
Oh boy, Maria! So true, I read this morning that you guys are still having summer in LA. Enjoy the sunshine.
layering, so tricky. they make it seem so easy, but i always end up looking bulky. hopefully these tops will help.
x's & o's
Anacristina
laughsandicecream.blogspot.com
Haha, Amy! You so should fly over. We have tons of crisp air right now:) Btw: The whole layering thing is pretty tricky but with those simple tip it should work great! Promise.
That is so AWESOME, Christin!!! So French - love.
I wish Diana. I would catch a plane in a heartbeat to cool off :)
Gah, this post is great and it makes me wish that it wasn't over 90 degrees here in California! I need me some fall!
great looks!
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i adore this! we might have snow this week in denver & now i'm crossing my fingers. : )
I love, love layering Diana. These are perfect examples plus your tips are wonderful!
xoxo
Karena
Art by Karena
I think I'm pretty snazzy at layering; I worked at an URBN lol
I'm taking new tips, though like the awesome ones you found!
Oh please tell me about the top photo - love it completely -where to find the fur neck warmer?? The great hat??
Great tips, Diana!
My favorite combination...neutrals + neutrals + neutrals...may be blue...and a punch of red...not too risky, ah?
A big hug!
Inés
SimplyClassyMe.blogspot.com
So inspiring I love it.
Amore! I though about creating a 'the art of layering' post, but obviously, after this one, I have nothing else to say...AMAZING! Besos!
Oh so gorgeous looks!!
Amy:) And Bridget, I LOVE your comment:) Fingers crossed for snow:)
HiLLjO:)))
Anonymous, I found 2 that you might like:
http://www.michaelkors.com/p/MICHAEL-Michael-Kors-MICHAEL-Michael-Kors-Faux-Fur-Neck-Warmer-Winter-Accessories/prod12640040/
and
http://thelittleblackdressboutique.co.uk/products/12273--rae-1192-neck-warmer-chocolate-yeti-style.aspx
Hope that helps:)
Inés, sounds totally beautiful, sweetie!
Elsa, sending you kisses, my dear. You are such a sweetheart:)
Gorgeous looks and great post! I love French style!
Nice! love this guide and will definitely be referring back to it!
Been layering since I was a teen.
I even get excited, when I look back on, when I was 12 and no one in my area was layering, I was having some unique fun.
I do adore all the tips. These are definitely, lovely. Excited about layering and I've already bought several scarfs.
Diana - I really like the coat in the first picture, any ideas of where I could get one from please x
The coat is from a Canadian brand but I am not sure which one. I will try to find out for you, Anonymous.
But here is one that looks very similar:
http://www.homeoffashion.co.uk/womens/women-and-39s-kookai-patch-pocket-tweed-coat-brown/
Hope that helps:)
you are a gem...i scrolled down to comment b/c i love this post and saw how helpful and responsive you are to your commenters...gem! diana!
i love the look of layering and i layer however i am 5 feet! with a bit of curves so i feel my layering options are not as vast as these beautiful examples above. but i LOVE your choices they look so chic in that great parisian i'm not even trying way.
Aww..thank you, Jamillah! You are so sweet.
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