French Chic

[mae13]

Ok, when you ladies think of french women, french style, what are the elements that immediately pop to mind? Hair, personal style, especially make-up.

I'm trying to codify certain "looks" by common denominators, so that I have a clear reference.

 

[Glitziegal]

When I think french, I think classic elegance. Black liner, pale skin, and red lips.
Clothing wise, again I think tailored elegance. HTH

 

[ette]

I agree with Glitziegal! Also the Sofia Loren look (even though she is Italian...) with the smokey eyes and skin color lips, with pale pink cheeks. And a chic updo.

 

[Temptasia]

I think soft wavy hair in a loose bun (chignon), thick lashes, red lips, and pale but dewy skin.

 

[so_siqqq]

When I think of the French style I think of natural. Soft waves or smooth hair that's not put up and fresh faces like mascara, flushed cheeks, porclein skin, and simple lips.

 

[LisaR]

I think well coiffed hair (chignon or twist perhaps), absolutely flawless skin, minimal make-up - just the essentials: lipstick, mascara, liner and maybe blush. I also think of french women as very into the art of waxing. Beautiful fragrance, a must!

 

[mae13]

Thank you!

 

[theleopardcake]

when i think of french women, i immediately think of audrey tatou! neat, prim, and stylish!

 

[Vicky88]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Glitziegal When I think french, I think classic elegance. Black liner, pale skin, and red lips. Clothing wise, again I think tailored elegance. HTH

Same here.

Also, a chic Audrey Hepburn style up-do and trench coats.

 

[Calypsa]

Red matte lips, attitude, black-and white striped sweaters, ballerinas, trenchcoats and a lot of attitude!