5 Winter 2026 French Fashion Trends, According to a Parisian

There’s this mystifying thing about French girls: They break out the season’s latest trends in perfect sync, like a flock responding to the first chill in the air. That means that this winter, as soon as the temperature dipped below 40 degrees, French girls left their Haussmann apartments looking immediately on-trend, debuting the season’s must-haves in effortless fashion (and we’d expect no less of the French).

So, what are they wearing? First and foremost, everyone is opting for wide-leg, cobblestone-grazing pants—particularly in a medium wash or white denim, or black or beige trousers. Coats are decked in fur, some all over and others just the trim. As for accessories, many French girls have swapped their beloved cold winter accessory, the scarf, for a smaller option that leans more foulard than a woolly blanket. Their dainty shoulder bags have been changed for larger, slouchy leather versions that boast a vintage feel. 

And finally, no matter if they’re commuting to work or having a lazy Sunday, French girls are stomping to and fro in leather boots, as if sneakers are making their way out of their closets and heading back to America.

Below are the five trends French girls are wearing this winter.

Wide-Leg Pants

Levi’s Women 318 Shaping Wide Leg

From teens to octogenarians, stylish Parisian women are wearing wide-leg pants in all waist heights. They aren’t cropped, but rather grazing the windy streets (or in some instances, dragging down them). There’s a wide-leg pant to suit everyone’s sartorial criteria. Denim lovers opt for styles like the Levi’s 318 Shaping Wide-Leg Jeans. Those with a bike commute prefer a more comfortable option made with a hint of spandex, like the Ewedoos Wide-Leg Pants. And for those who love to dress up might go with a more polished pick, like the Favorite Daughter Pleated Wide Leg Pants.

Triangle Scarves and Collars

Acushla 100% Merino Wool Triangle Scarf

The scarf has gotten an update in France this season and now comes in a sweet little version that’s just as warm, but less overwhelming. While some French girls prefer a triangle scarf, such as the ACUSHLA 100% Merino Wool Triangle Scarf, which works well with outerwear, others opt for a collar-like option that pairs particularly well with sweaters, giving them a fresher look and a warmer feel.

Fur Coats

WAYF x Sara Walker Bridgette Faux Fur Jacket

Fur coats—think less “Mob Wife aesthetic” and more Catherine Deneuve—can be spotted on the backs of Parisian women across the arrondissements. A cropped version like the WAYF x Sara Walker Bridgette Faux Fur Jacket is a common style, paired with, naturally, wide-leg denim and a leather boot. Another popular take is one with fur trim, like the Azalea Wang Otelia Jacquard Coat with Faux Fur Trim or Gran Oriente Jacket with Faux Fur Collar, paired with a skirt and knee-high boots.

Slouchy Bags

The Sak Fos Feliz Hobo Leather Bag

While vintage Balenciaga bags can be spotted on nearly every other girl in Paris, simple slouchy styles can be spotted on the other half. For example, the Los Feliz Hobo Leather Bag by The Sak comes in a range of colors and suede and leather finishes. Prefer a classic black pick? Mn&Sue Soft Leather Shoulder Bag would do the trick. If you’re looking for a brown suede bag (a trend that’s been going strong since last September), try Madewell’s The Mylie Suede Shoulder Bag.

Square-Toe Leather Boots

Steve Madden Dusty Boots

Although you may only see an inch or two of French girls’ footwear (they’re well-concealed under those long, wide-leg jeans), it’s clear that the shoe of choice is a chic leather boot. The trendiest boots boast a rounded square toe and a slim one to two-inch heel, like the Vince Harlan Square-Toe Booties. Prefer a shorter heel? Steve Madden’s Dusty Boots will be comfortable enough for sightseeing from the 6th arrondissement all the way to the 11th. Looking for a knee-high pick for skirts and dresses? Go for the Sam Edelman Sylvia Knee-High Boots, which comes in 14 easy-to-wear colors.