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We all know that French chic is effortless chic. What we don't know, however, is that it's actually easy to emulate. Simply with Paris' currently-all-the-rage classics: lived-in denim, a tweed check blazer, an statement trench or coat, and low to mid-heeled boots or pumps. For extra points, throw in some tousled hair (try my go-to OUAI Finishing Creme to execute!). These recent street style snaps highlight some right-now favorites, including this Levi's denim jacket (immediately below), a key layering piece; these distressed SLVRLAKE jeans (everyone I know is obsessed with them!); this AYR denim shirt, this perfectly-oversize Everlane check blazer (this Zara also good!); these outfit-making trenches by Veronica Beard Scotch and Soda, and Pixie Market, or this straightforward forever-stylish Reformation; and lastly, everyday-elegant boots by Saint Laurent and Schutz.

$290, intermix

Ready for weekend bling--and other non-news-related things!

1. Nicholas dress, $495, netaporter.com
2. Mounser drop earrings, $290, intermixonline.com
3. Code8 Lip Lacquer in Gala, $35, netaporter.com
4. Schutz lace-up sandals, $190, neimanmarcus.com

Leave it to me to talk shop while sweating through Body By Simone class. But thanks to a fellow in-the-know exerciser, I actually scored some great finds like this monogrammed iPhone case (for $22!!), this scalloped stationary set andthe above initialed gold-plated signet ring from wellness-central Goop!

This all-of-a-sudden knit set is like a one-and-done dress but better because you can wear the pieces separately, for extra mileage. Nice, right? I love the head-to-toe Joseph (and this one for summer), above, and these by Missoni (vintage at such a good price!), Tibi (on super sale!), Beaufille, and The Reformation.

New York City-based illustrator Jenny Walton wins today's award for best high-low combo, teaming GAP's high-rise straight-leg jeans ($42!) with a ruffly, gorgeous Chloe blouse. YES!

Photo: Jenny Walton

After an early morning hike yesterday, I sat down to my computer as per usual, came across the above pic on my Pinterest feed, and tried to recreate its effortlessly chic vibe (see my attempt here). The outfit's irreverent mix of laid-back and seductive is so up my alley right now--and it looks like I'm not alone. See the street style bikini/blouse pic taken last week in Milan and the deep-V situation, shot yesterday in Paris. Also, Saint Laurent's Fall 2020 show! So now I'm totally inspired to pull this off in more ways, namely with this Alex Mill button-up cardigan (which you can wear both front and back), this Red Carter crop top (underneath an oversized blazer), this Veronica Beard striped V-neck sweater (also this one!), this Khaite polo neck (I have in pink and can't get enough), and the animal-print Alberta Ferretti (last pic).

Spring has not yet sprung but evidently its dresses have! European fashion show-goers are currently blossoming in floral and floaty midis, topped by coats and blazers to stave off the seasonal chill. I ADORE the JW Anderson, above, the Cecilie Bahnsen (second to last pic) and also have these on my wish list: an endlessly-sexy, day-to-night Dion Lee, Kobi Halperin (on sale and you will be even more elated when next fall's fringe hits), Topshop, Rebecca Taylor, The Reformation, Faithfull, and vintage Costarellos (sadly too small for me, but so, so beautiful!).

Miu Miu's puff-sleeve lapel blouse is the hottest ticket in town (i.e., Milan and Paris, just in the last week!). You can score the last few here, here, andhere. Or simply show up in these iterations by Zara, See By Chloe, And Other Stories, and Mango.

A couple of months ago, I strolled past Kaia Gerber and her mother Cindy Crawford on Prince Street. Their arms were entwined as they walked west, paparazzi trailing them. Eighteen-year-old Kaia looked as runway-sophisticated as her model mom, dressed in an oversized blazer and wide-leg jeans, accented, however, with youthful insouciance. It's an off-duty uniform that's improving with age, particularly over the last month of runway shows in New York, London and Milan. She's currently mastering polished tailoring (structured jackets, trouser-like jeans, long coats) and thrown-together (t-shirts, sneakers, low-heeled boots) in a way that's ageless and easy to emulate. Lucky for us! Let's start with the jeans, shall we? She favors The Reformation's high-waist trousers (last pic), Re/Done 70s high-rise jeans (here, here and here) and Celine, immediately below. Her go-to sneakers are New Balance 990's and Converse high-tops and versatile black boots are By Far. As for her blazers, she likes them big and bold, like these from Celine (below), The Reformation, Everlane and Topshop. button-down body suit, above, is also by The Reformation. Last but not least: sunglasses by Ray-Ban and (vintage) Ralph Lauren that top off retro-refined perfection.

In case there's any confusion about how to freshen up for spring, Milan's current street style spells it out perfectly. For starters, you'll need a mid-heel lace-up sandal to wear with everything, like the Bottega Veneta, above, or these by Porte & Paire, Emme Parsons (I have these and love!), Schutz, Jeffrey Campbell, and Isabel Marant. An elegant pair of menswear-inspired trousers (extra points for pleated) will do it all. Check out these from Ganni, Topshop (or these), H&M, Nanushka (leather!), and J.Crew (denim!). For a cool pop of glint, pile on a chain-link statement bag. See the poised-to-be-iconic Bottega in second to last pic, but there's also these way less pricey options by Topshop and Madewell. Lastly, try a pair of opaque tights to get you through those 50-degree days stylishly. Black, of course, is ultra-versatile, but a bold Gucci print or an unexpected color (see Prada Fall 2020 show) will really stir things up!