We’ve long admired the French for their ‘put together’ style. Shopping for them is about buying coordinates that can be worn with existing items rather than randomly pulling out something that looks good regardless of whether or not it goes with what we have already. So mixing is where it’s at. I am writing about layering in this month’s e-zine, out next week (so please sign up if you’re not already a subscriber) and it’s a similar concept. Take a basic T and wear with great jeans and a designer jacket. Throw on a scarf, some great accessories and you’re done. Simple but very effective, style wise. French dressing is not about designer labels but great design. It’s modern but not stuck in a trend. It’s simple and it’s chic. 
So where can you go to add French styling into your own wardrobe without breaking the bank? Try these for size:
www.comptoirdescotonniers.com plus 13 stores UK wide
APC from www.net-a-porter.com
Paul & Joe from www.my-wardrobe.com
Isabel Marant from www.matches.com and Liberty.
and one of my favourites, Vanessa Bruno www.vanessabruno.com - the photos show plum wool blend asymmetric cardigan £190 from net-a-porter.Wear with shirt, T, sweater, over a dress with trousers, skirt or jeans. Fabulous versatility, without dating.
Value for money – try La Redoute, which also has a Plus size range www.la-redoute.com
Bon chance
