FASHION Guide

French fashion designs have been the benchmark for fashion standards in the world for ages. The remarkable French fashion inspires designs across the world and have earned Paris the unique distinction of the "Fashion Capital of the World."

The fashion industry made a beeline to France under the tutelage of such designers as Dior, Balmain, Fath and Givenchy, Pierre Cardin, Yves Saint Laurent and Andre Courreges. The early French designs belonged to the classic style, which were later substituted by the more experimental style, and still later by the street style that focused more on the young consumers.

Under designers, Pierre Cardin and Courreges, space age designs were extensively made, wherein pieces in silver or black and white were mixed and matched. Moreover, there were pop art dresses with stripes and also trendy trouser suits. French fashion designers get their inspiration from a various different aspects such as nature and paintings.

Black and white clothing is, in fact, classically vogue for French women. Consider adding a white and black suit to your wardrobe to be worn seasonally. The white blouse in its many incarnations from classic button-down to peasant-like Bohemian can be added to the suit ensemble or worn with a pair of black pants-consider sleek black denim or black suede. The fit of the clothing is extremely important; whatever your body type, be sure to wear clothing that fits you precisely, which is a hallmark of French style.

Another element of French style is color coordination. Typically an outfit revolves around a dominant color, like black, and while other neutral colors are introduced. A three-piece ensemble might include a brown leopard-print skirt, a white blouse, and a beige cardigan. A night on the town might include a lavender cocktail dress adorned magenta-colored scarf and amethyst-beaded handbag. Tone on tone colors are typical Paris color choices for everyday wear.