It would probably surprise you how many times I day I say or think the following words: What would a French girl do? I’m a self-confessed Francophile and find always myself inspired by the French woman or Parisian’s approach to, well, just about everything! Be it the beauty tools they use or the homeware they decorate their spaces with , I’m constantly looking to my favourite French tastemakers to see how they navigate their daily lives. Why? Because I find them to be so inherently chic.
So, seeing as it’s Black Friday and all, I thought I’d approach the sales with the same discerning eye the French women I admire would. While I know not all French women subscribe to the classic and elegant aesthetic they’ve become tethered to, the ones I loyally follow do and, as such, I’ve honed my edit to fit that mood.
Taking to the high street, I scoured the Black Friday sales of H&M, COS and Mango to try to find the deals French women with timeless taste would pick up. Below I’ve created an edit of 24 discounted pieces that will stand the test of time and make for very chic investments, regardless of them being on sale.
With the sales set to end at each brand at different times, if you happen to spot something you like, I suggest you take immediate action. These deals are too good and are far too elegant to hang around for long. Bonne chance!
24 FRENCH GIRL-INSPIRED BLACK FRIDAY SALE PICKS FROM H&M, COS AND MANGO
H&M
H&M
Loose-Fit Cardigan
I’ve noticed that French women enjoy wearing their cardigans as tops. Just add jeans.
H&M
Handmade Wool-Blend Coat
An elegant coat to throw on for winter walks.
H&M
Wide Twill Trousers
Wide-leg trousers are a French-girl favourite.
H&M
Jacket
This tweed jacket will make every outfit you wear it with look more premium.
H&M
Pleated Mini Skirt
The classy horsebit details to the waistband are the sort of details French women would pick up on.
H&M
Flared-Skirt Rib-Knit Dress
Such an easy throw-on.
H&M
Tie-Belt Felted Coat
Camel coats are always a wise investment as they really never date.
H&M
Fine-Knit Collared Jumper
COS
COS
Satin Racer-Neck Mini Dress
I can see so many French women wearing this shape of dress to parties this season.
COS
Oversized Tailored Shirt
A way to add some colour to your look whilst still looking very classic.
COS
Volume Wide-Leg Jeans
These jeans are borderline perfect.
COS
Ruffled High-Neck Blouse
COS
Swing Crossbody – Leather
COS
Detachable-Hood Short Trench Coat
The scarf detailing on this jacket is so current.
COS
Convertible Chunky Droplet Earrings
A simple way to elevate a basic top.
COS
Flared Asymmetric Midi Skirt
This will look so gorgeous styled with black knee-high boots.
MANGO
MANGO
Applique Fur Effect Coat
MANGO
Double-Handle Bowling Bag
This looks so high end!
MANGO
Straight-Fit Jeans With Rhinestone Detail
Party jeans are my favourite jeans.
MANGO
Leather Boots With Kitten Heels
Parisians tend to wear low heels when they’re navigating the city.
MANGO
Satin Long Skirt
Simple and so sleek.
MANGO
A-Line Dress
Every wardrobe would benefit from a versatile black dress such as this one (especially at this price).
MANGO
Velvet Suit Blazer
This set screams French girl.
MANGO
Coat With Lapels and Belt
Nothing says elegance quite like a cream coat.
Opening Images: @sylviemus_; @leasy_inparis
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