8 Rich-Looking Items I'm Spotting on the Chicest French Women This Winter

It's not always easy to keep our levels of elegance high when the temps start to dip low, but who better to inspire winter outfits than the fashion-forward French, who basically embody the words "effortlessly chic"? This month, I turned to some of the most fashionable French women for winter outfit inspiration and noticed a handful of rich-looking items that kept cropping up again and again. These are pieces that exude elegance and instantly elevate an outfit the moment you put them on. Think opulent faux-fur coats and sumptuous suede bags. But just because these pieces look expensive doesn't mean you have to break the bank to get your hands on them. In fact, I've rounded up eight rich-looking items I'm seeing the most on stylish Parisians this winter, and I've included plenty of shopping picks in the mix for you to shop them at an accessible price point.

If you want an expensive-looking winter wardrobe, then keep scrolling to get your hands on these French-girl picks.

Faux-Fur Coats & Scarves

Faux fur is reigning supreme in Paris right now. From elegant long coats to charming cropped jackets and statement scarves, the textured fabric adds a rich touch to every outfit.

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NBD X Emma Leger

Nadia Coat

MANGO

Faux-Fur Coat With Lapels

Chocolate-Brown Pieces

The French fashion set has embraced the dark-chocolate-brown color trend in full force this winter. Whether you choose one chic coat or go for a head-to-toe look, the color always makes an outfit more elegant.

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Reiss

Lucia Tie Waist Wool Blend Coat

Aritzia

Bare Cashmere Crew Sweater

ZARA

Wool Blend Short Coat With Scarf

Elegant Knitwear

French women lean on beautiful quality and elevated knitwear throughout the season. Opt for a cashmere cardigan, a chic knit skirt, or a staple sweater that is classic and timeless.

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Almina Concept

V Neck Cardigan

MANGO

Round-Neck Knitted Sweater

J.Crew

Perfect Cashmere Crewneck Sweater

Nordstrom

V-Neck Cashmere Sweater

Aritzia

Plush Cashmere Oversized Turtleneck

Luxe Leather Gloves

Stylish French women opt for luxe-looking leather gloves to stay warm in the winter. From black to burgundy, they're a surefire way to add an expensive touch to your look.

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Nordstrom

Cashmere Lined Leather Touchscreen Gloves

ZARA

100% Leather Long Gloves

Saks Fifth Avenue Collection

Cashmere-Lined Leather Gloves

Lauren Ralph Lauren

Leather 2-Button Touch Glove

Sheer Tights

French women gravitate to sleek and alluring black and brown sheer tights in the winter, whether layered under jeans with pointed-toe pumps or worn with an LBD. It's the preferred way to stay warm and look chic.

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Commando

The Sexy Sheer Tight

Wolford

Satin Touch 20 Tights

Noosh

Free Hugging Seamless Tights

Long Wool Coats

A winter staple in every French woman's wardrobe, a long wool coat—usually in black, navy, burgundy, camel, or gray—is a guaranteed way to elevate a simple jeans-and-sweater outfit.

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MANGO Selection

Oversize Raglan Wool Blend Coat

Aritzia

The Constant Coat

Zw Collection

Tailored Button Coat

Suede Bags

I continue to see sumptuous suede bags in the arms of stylish French women all around Paris, and for good reason. They're chic, effortless, and classy.

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Madewell

The Lexington Shoulder Bag

Leather Knee-High Boots

Sleek leather knee-high boots are a favorite among the French fashion set—which they love styling with mini and midi skirts. Choose a timeless pair with a flat, kitten, or block heel in black, brown, or burgundy.

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Reformation

Remy Knee Boot

Marc Fisher

Glint Tall Kitten Heel Boots

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