Lifestyle Travel How to Really Dress Like a French Girl, According to a Style Blogger By Claire Stern Claire Stern Claire Stern is the Deputy Editor of ELLE.com. Previously, she served as Editor at Bergdorf Goodman and was the Associate Editor at InStyle. Her interests include fashion, food, travel, music, Peloton, and The Hills—not necessarily in that order. InStyle's editorial guidelines Updated on November 25, 2016 @ 06:30PM Pin Share Tweet Email Trending Videos Photo: Edward Berthelot/Getty Everyone wants that classic "French girl" look, but pulling it off is easier said than done. And when it comes to mastering the art of mixing stripes, designer bags, and ankle boots, who better to ask than a true Parisian? Here, style blogger Marie Gilliot of Into Your Closet sounds off on which classic trends to keep and which to toss like a day-old baguette. 01 of 05 GET A DESIGNER BAG. Christian Vierig/Getty "They're expensive, but most girls will save up for one. Chanel is the most classic." 02 of 05 WEAR A STRIPED SHIRT. Christian Vierig/Getty "A Breton shirt is the definition of chic. I have a dozen in my wardrobe. Most of the stylish girls also go for men's button-downs." 03 of 05 GO AU NATUREL (SOMETIMES WITH A RED LIP, TOO). Julien M. Hekimian/Getty "It's all about light foundation, a bit of blush, and mascara. Not all the women like red lipstick, but most of the young trendy girls do. It adds that finishing touch." 04 of 05 DITCH THE BERET. Timur Emek/Getty "Only tourists wear them. Instead, we like messy hair for an effortless vibe. I hate when my hair looks too perfect." 05 of 05 EMBRACE SKINNY JEANS. Vanni Bassetti/Getty "Pair them every day with pretty but comfortable shoes, like ankle boots, if you want the Parisian look." —With reporting by Christina Pérez