Jeans are a staple of the Parisian woman's wardrobe —whether it's a straight or wide-leg silhouette (bonus points if they have a vintage look), stylish French women rely on denim for dressed up or casual occasions to give them that effortless, insouciant look. The shoes French women wear with their jeans are, of course, just as important as the jeans themselves.
And this fall, we're seeing plenty of chic, wearable, and classic styles that will elevate a denim outfit in an instant.
Below, I'm highlighting six specific styles we're spotting on stylish French women this autumn. From practical and polished ruched loafers to high-vamp pump s, these shoes will add an effortlessly chic touch to your fall looks. I've added plenty of shoe picks for all budgets to lean into that Parisian-chic aesthetic.
Walkable block-heeled ballet pumps are all around Paris this season in a whole host of wearable colors, from chocolate brown to cream and, of course, black. They're an elevated yet effortless choice to pair with straight-leg or bootcut jeans.
Loafers are a classic staple in a Parisian woman's wardrobe, but we're seeing gathered and ruched styles in particular reign supreme this season in a variety of versatile hues and textures.
Two tones are better than one! Chanel is the leader of the pack when it comes to cap-toe shoes, and for fall, there are plenty of variations on the classy trend—from ballet flats to pumps in a variety of shades.
The French always rely on chic pumps to elevate their jeans, and this fall we're continuing to see heels with high-vamps steal the spotlight.
They might not be groundbreaking, but leather and suede ankle and knee-high boots are a classic favorite to style with jeans in fall. Stick to versatile colors and walkable heels for a practical yet polished Parisian look.
Classic and timeless, if there's one shoe you're going to see everywhere in Paris, it's ballet flats. Opt for black, brown, tan, red, and leopard print for a very French look.
Judith Jones is the associate shopping director at Who What Wear and has worked in fashion for over a decade. She specializes in shopping content and trend stories with high-affiliate impact.
She shares the coolest, most desirable fashion market finds and brands for every budget. Previous to working in fashion, Judith worked as a TV host on the PBS travel show Globe Trekker (airing on Netflix and Amazon Prime) sharing her passion for travel and culture.