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Travel + Leisure
3 days ago
- Lifestyle
- Travel + Leisure
I Asked a French Fashion Designer What to Wear in Paris in the Summer—Here Are the 15 Styles She Recommends
Thanks to a new direct Air France flight added to my home airport, Orlando (MCO), I'm planning my first summer trip to Paris. Orlando and the City of Lights haven't been directly connected in over 10 years, but now that the nonstop flights are running four days a week, I'll be visiting my favorite European city a lot more often, especially during Florida's hottest months. I travel to Paris often and thought I had mastered the art of the ultimate Paris packing list filled with effortlessly stylish pieces, until I realized I'll need an entirely new ensemble for the hot and sometimes unpredictable summer weather. So, to help me pack, I turned to a Paris-based fashion and style expert: Morgane Sézalory, the founder of the French fashion brand Sézane. I always look to Sézane when I need to add versatile basics to my closet because the garments are well-tailored, crafted from high-quality fabrics, and designed specifically to pair together. The styles are timeless and feminine; they transcend fleeting, cheap trends and are instead designed to last. Using her best summer fashion tips, I created a Paris packing list that's comfortable, functional, and fashionable. 'What defines quintessential Parisian summer style?' is my first question for Sézalory. Thoughtful and unfussy, she tells me. 'It's less about trends and more about trusting your instincts.' She gives the example of this white embroidered blouse from Sezane paired with worn-in sandals. Your best accessory will be minimalist makeup, she adds, saying, 'A touch of blush goes a long way.' The easiest way to get that coveted French flush is with Ilia Beauty's Multi Stick, plus a swipe of Typology's Tinted Balm on the lips. I found similar tops perfect for summer, including a cotton poplin blouse from and a boatneck tee from Madewell. Unlike a white blouse, a white button-down adds movement to an outfit and is just the right weight on your shoulders, especially as an evening layer. 'Pack light, breathable staples,' Sézalory says. 'I always go for a crisp shirt like our Max Shirt.' The designer also advises paying attention to fabric, saying that it's best to stick to light materials like cotton and linen. 'They keep you cool and comfortable, no matter where the day takes you,' she says. Given this advice, I'm eyeing these polished button-down shirts to add to my suitcase, whether it's the silky cotton top from Everlane or Quince's breathable linen option. Dresses should feel effortless but not lazy, and easy to wear all day. When choosing a dress to pack for summer in Paris, make it something you can slip on in the morning and still feel beautiful wearing to dinner, especially if you run out of time to head back to your hotel to change. 'What I love about Paris is its versatility—what you wear by day you can easily wear by night,' Sézalory says. She recommends the versatile Sezane Dorotha chambray dress, and I'm also looking at similar easy-to-throw-on cotton dresses, like this Mango white midi style or this fit and flare number from Gap. When I think of summers in the south of France, I think of creamy linen sets. Turns out a linen set is popular in Paris, too. Sézalory says she likes to pair a matching set with a big woven tote bag, like the Justine basket bag, a look which brings to mind visions of style icon Jane Birkin. Linen sets are such a summer travel staple that I know I'll wear these items over and over again, whether it's this Abercrombie wide-leg pant and matching vest or a striped number from Gap. Americans might live in casual cut-offs and cargo shorts for a summer spent by the lake, but frayed shorts are not a common style choice in Paris, or even Europe in general. Instead of denim, pack tailored shorts with pleats, a high waist, and room around the leg. 'You want to feel free but still pulled together,' Sézalory says, pointing to Sézane cuts like the cotton Rome style. Other options that will keep you cool yet still looking polished this summer are a pair of pleated shorts from Quince or a linen-blend pair of Bermuda shorts from Mango. Jeans might seem like a surprising addition to a summer packing list, but a loose, wide-leg pair makes sense. Paris in August is at its hottest and might reach 80 degrees Fahrenheit at the height of the day. But after dusk, the temperature is dropping back into the 60s. A comfortable pair of jeans that don't trap heat against the legs and still allow you to move is a versatile bottom to pack; it'll pair well with the white blouse and white button-down from above. Sézalory mentioned a pair of classic blue denim trousers in particular, but I'm eyeing them in ecru and this faded light blue denim too. I'm also loving this high-waisted pick at and a stylish split-hem style at Banana Republic. Everyone has an opinion about the perfect white sneaker. Adidas Sambas or Gazelles? Vionic or Veja? But Sézalory says, 'I've never really been a sneaker girl. For me, it's all about comfort, but never at the expense of style.' Instead of sneakers, she reaches for ballet flats, espadrilles, or a low-heeled shoe. She notes that she can 'still walk all over Paris' in Sézane's Isabelle clogs that add just the right amount of height. Packing comfortable, stylish flats instead of sneakers supports the Parisian principle of outfits that transition seamlessly from day to night. I'm looking at staples like Everlane's understated ballet flat and Quince's Italian leather flat that will be comfortable for all-day wear and match everything in my wardrobe. 'Mix pieces you love, whether new or vintage, in a way that feels personal,' says Sézalory, which had me dreaming of a simple white ensemble paired with my favorite well-worn leather sandals. There's nothing more comfortable than shoes that have worn in exactly to your footbed. Similar sandal options include Everlane's suede fisherman sandals or Quince's platform sandals that will go with anything. As a big fan of Paris's Velib public bikes, I could relate to Sézalory's suggestion to pack a good crossbody bag for visiting the city. The style will make your life easier when you're on a bike. Paris' weather can be unpredictable, so a water-resistant or waterproof bag is a good choice if you wish the contents to stay dry. Try an option that doubles as a fanny pack or a shoulder bag that can also be worn across your body, As a mom of three, Sézalory uses a tote or a basket bag for running errands and carrying everything she needs. Even when you're visiting Paris as a tourist, however, a roomy bag will come in handy whether you're keeping essentials close or doing some shopping. Sézalory mentioned the Justine basket bag, which feels summery with its woven raffia construction, and has a drawstring lining so its contents won't jump out while bumping around in a bike basket. A canvas tote bag, like this one from Athleta, provides plenty of security thanks to the zipper, while Quince's puffer bag can also double as your personal item on the plane with an expandable design. Leave your baseball caps at home when you head to Paris. 'Instead of hats, you'll often see a silk scarf around the neck, in the hair, or tied to a bag—yes, even at the height of summer,' says Sézalory. Silk is a lightweight fabric that feels great on the skin in the summer. I use a silk scarf as a hack to hide humid, frizzy, or sweaty hair. Use this accessory to add pops of color or playful summer prints to your outfit. My Paris packing list for the fall is full of olives, burgundies, browns, and plaids, but I wasn't sure what color palette and patterns to pack for summer. When choosing colors and prints, Sézalory says to 'think soft shades, the occasional bold accent, and classic prints like florals.' Given this advice, I'm looking at tops and dresses with pretty floral prints and delicate embroidery that have a sense of romantic timelessness (and I'll be looking for them at Paris' huge flea market, Marche du Puce). France has a reputation for loving a classic stripe, but Sézalory reminded me of another neutral pattern to reach for during the summer—gingham. When choosing prints and colors for summer, she says, 'It's more about timeless touches than making a statement.' Gingham is everywhere this season, whether it's in the form of a tank top, vest, pants—you name it. Accessories play a big part in Parisian summer style. With just the swap of a silk scarf for jewelry, a piece can go from casual to dressed-up. 'Versatility matters in a city where plans change fast,' Sézalory says. I can attest to the scenario of being 45 minutes from my hotel but needing an outfit change for an impromptu party—having the right jewelry on hand could've easily done the trick. 'Lately, I've loved incorporating bold, playful jewelry—just one fun piece can completely shift the feel of an outfit built on good basics,' adds Sézalory. As for my packing list, I'll be adding some gold earrings, whether it's a pair of globe hoops or gold-plated brass earrings. There's no garment more versatile than a trench coat, and Sézalory says they come in handy in the summer, too. The key is to reach for a lightweight trench that has water-resistant properties, so you'll be ready for whatever the unpredictable summer weather throws at you. Pack pieces that 'handle heat and a surprise downpour equally well,' Sézalory says. 'Paris weather can be moody. Your clothes shouldn't be.' Whether it's a long belted number or a cropped style for a little less fabric to deal with, this year-round essential will be a welcome addition. Love a great deal? Sign up for our T+L Recommends newsletter and we'll send you our favorite travel products each week.
The Independent
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
The Gap x Dôen collection pieces I have my eye on for summer
High street fashion brand Gap has been enjoying a renaissance. With creative director Zac Posen at the helm, it has launched the acclaimed GapStudio and dressed countless celebrities, including Anne Hathaway and Timothée Chalamet. But it was a covetable collaboration with the California-cool dress label Dôen that officially won the fashion crowd back over. With Dôen's dreamy, floaty frocks usually retailing at around £300, the Gap line gave fans the chance to own one for a fraction of the price. Unsurprisingly, the pieces sold out in a flash. If you spent all of last summer on standby for a restock, the wait is over: Gap x Dôen is back for 2025. Infused with the same easy-breezy bohemian sensibility, the new styles build upon bestsellers from last year – think smocked babydoll styles and printed midi dresses. At first glance, the two labels might appear a world away from one another. But both are aligned in their commitment to looking put together with minimal effort, whether it's Gap's form-flattering jeans or Dôen's shirred midi dresses. 'We were overwhelmed by the excitement and success of our first collection with Gap,' said Margaret Kleveland, co-founder and CEO of Dôen. 'Our second collaboration blends the effortless femininity and timeless style of both brands.' The second collaboration has also introduced menswear for the first time, as well as baby and toddler styles. The 32-strong capsule is a masterclass in summer dresses, defined by coastal colour palettes, gingham, nautical stripes and denim (it is a Gap collaboration, after all). From the date of the launches to pricing, here's everything you need to know about Gap x Dôen, including the standout pieces I'll be shopping as soon as the stock drops. When does Gap x Dôen launch? Gap x Dôen launched in the US last month, but arrives in the UK on Thursday 22 May at 9am. You can shop online or in-store, but you need to be fast. Many of the pieces have already sold out in the US. Gap x Dôen prices The collaboration costs between £25 and £180, with items like sweatshirts setting you back £60, midi dresses between £120 and £180, mini dresses £80 and jackets £85. When it comes to menswear, expect £65 for a shirt and £50 for a T-shirt. Gap x Dôen standout styles Among the 32 pieces, the gingham midi dress is sure to be a bestseller thanks to its easy wearability and timeless print. The denim mini dress is similarly classic, with the sailor neckline adding stylish detailing. I'm also making a beeline for the sweet red pointelle knit blouse that will easily elevate a simple jeans and ballet flats look. Serving you for wedding season and summer holidays, the blue ditsy floral shirred midi dress is reminiscent of Doen's most popular silhouettes, while the red babydoll dress will take the guesswork out of warm weather dressing.
Daily Mail
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Polka dots, puffballs and power suits – 80s fashion is back! How to wear the trend in 2025
Dust off your shoulder pads and fasten your pussybow. Forget the quiet 90s minimalism we've been wearing to date – flamboyant 80s dressing is back. And this time around you don't need a perm or Lycra! Fashion's cyclical nature is not a new notion, but why the return to Yuppie consumerism and loud looks now? Not only was the taste for nostalgia seen on S/S 25 runways at Stella McCartney and Loewe, TV has also revived the thirst for this aesthetic. 'At Ebay, shoppers are gravitating towards vintage pieces like those featured in shows with retro styling, such as The White Lotus,' says Kirsty Keoghan, the platform's global general manager of fashion. In true 80s style, we may even be facing a recession, with economic contraction in the US. So, as fashion often reflects the times, 80s power suits, molten fabrics, statement jewellery and polka dots are all on summer's style set list. Here and over the page, we show how to wear 80s trends today. From left to right: PUFFBALL Iris Gold Dress £329 Shop Sophie Dearden-Howell, fashion director 'As someone who is never willingly underdressed, I love the glamour of the 1980s and am thrilled with the revival. This gold dress was so fun to wear.' NEW ROMANTICS White 100% Cotton Barrel Leg Jeans £34 Shop Rixo Black Denver Embroidery Jacket £350 Shop Hannah Skelley, fashion editor 'I may come from the 90s, but embracing my curls, smearing on red lippie and slipping into this New Romantics-inspired jacket made me wonder if I'd been born a decade too late.' Jacket, £350, Blouse, £99, Jeans, £34, Vintage earrings, £275, Belt, £5.99, Boots, £130, SHARP SUITING Ariella Pinstripe Blazer £90 Shop Ariella Pinstripe Straight Leg Trousers £55 Shop Lila Flint Roberts, senior bookings editor 'A suit isn't far from my comfort zone, but a tie is. Now I'll be wearing one to the office. The 80s can keep its heavy make-up, though!' Blazer, £139, trousers, £89, Shirt, £39.50, Scrunchie, £12, Vintage earrings, £175, Tie, £99, Bangle, Lila's own. Shoes, £245, Six ways to get the look SHARP SUITING A power suit will amp up your officewear and, trust us on this one, your wedding-guest season. City-boy tailoring might have been itchy and heavy 40 years ago, but this season it's all soft wool blends and linen. H&M Studio has great runway-like cuts at high-street prices, such as its wool-mix greige marl suit (trousers shown above). If you're petite, look for blazers with waist-slimming panels or cinch with a belt. Sophisticated courts finish the look. Shoes CHUNKY EARRINGS Magpies among us may never have stopped wearing big, blingy earrings. But if you're new to anything larger than a huggie hoop, avoid Pat Butcher chandeliers and try gold geometric pieces. Daisy's vintage-inspired selection includes lattice studs (below) that look as if they were plucked straight from Dynasty. Greek heritage brand Ysso creates beautiful ear candy (above) worthy of becoming heirlooms. NEW ROMANTICS Pair military jackets and frilly blouses with caution – if you resemble Simon Le Bon you've gone too far. Opt for jackets in a single tone, rather than clashing colours or gold brocade. Replace your denim shacket with Mint Velvet's sleek black iteration (above) or, if you're a khaki die-hard, Joe Browns' army version (below). Jacket £70 Shop POLKA DOTS White Polka Dot Bandeau Felicity Midi Dress £99 Shop Here comes a welcome swapover from animal print. Avoid micro dots and stick to wearing large, bold versions of the pattern instead. Nobody's Child's Felicity monochrome bandeau dress (above) is polka perfection. Its fitted bodice with detachable straps is ultra- flattering, while the ruching keeps it contemporary rather than staid. New Look's pussybow blouse (below) has a sultry sheer finish and will look great tucked into linen trousers or a puffball skirt. Blouse £18 Shop METALLICS Today's take on the 80s molten trend is sleek and luxe rather than Bacofoil inspired. Just be sure to step away from metallic jumpsuits and only go molten with one element of your outfit. Sézane's glitzy gold shirt (above) is perfect for parties and the sunset hour. Or keep things simple with a shiny accessory, such as Charles & Keith's woven silver shoulder bag (below). Bag £99 Shop PUFFBALLS M&S Bubble Hem Midi Skirt and Top £69 Shop It seems we've reached peak puffball. Depop, the vintage clothes-selling app, has seen searches for 'bubble dresses' spike by 127 per cent since 2024. Meanwhile, M&S has recorded it as the brand's bestselling silhouette this year. We're not surprised the store's shoppers are hunting for this shape: the brand's flattering bubble midi skirt (above) sits firmly on the right side of mushroom to be just bulbous enough in the hem. And don't forget to finish your outfit with a pair of 80s-style oversized frames. Jimmy Fairly has some of the best, including the Nax (below). Styling: Jessica Carroll. Hair: Alex Szabo at Carol Hayes ysing Philip Kingsley
The Sun
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Fashion fans rush to buy ‘best T-shirt dress' from H&M that's ‘basic but not', costs £11 & ‘actually looks flattering'
SHOPPERS have been raving about the most comfortable dress ever from H&M that is a 'flattering large T-shirt.' Fashion lovers have said they are 'running' to the high street store to stock up on the staple item for summer. 6 TikTok user @ayelashayla shared: 'RUN to H&M for the new basics T-shirt dress that *actually* looks flattering when you wear it with the waist. 'And it's such a good price and perfect for summer. 'And it's cotton! Basic, but not.' The Waisted T-shirt Dress comes in five sizes and costs a purse-friendly £12.99. You can pick it up in a classic white or black, but there is also burgundy, blue and light grey. It thankfully can suit a number of different body shapes too, and is available in sizes XS to XL. While many T-shirts are baggy and shapeless, Ayla showed how the H&M dress is slightly tapered in at the waist for a more flattering fit. The description reads: 'Short dress in soft cotton jersey with a round, rib-trimmed neckline, dropped shoulders and sleeves that end just above the elbows. 'Shaping darts at the back of the waist for a nipped-in silhouette.' Many people seemed to love her video, and it has racked up 17,000 likes. The UK's best M&S for clothes One person commented: 'Throw an underbust corset over the top, chunky jewelery, thigh high socks and ankle boots.' Another added: 'Wore this with black blazer - i looked hot.' And a third commented: 'I have it in white and blue and it's soooo nice.' We recently shared how H&M has axed a popular perk for shoppers. H&M 's special birthday offer for members is being scrapped from March 17. The move is likely to disappoint loyal customers who currently get a generous 25 per cent off an item each year on their birthday. Currently new members also receive a 10 per cent discount when signing up to the scheme but this offer will be cut too. The annual discount and new member deal will instead be replaced with "exclusive" prices, as well as event invites. Loyalty members will continue to have pre-access to sales. 6 A spokesperson told The Sun: "H&M is evolving its membership program to stay relevant for customers and deliver more exclusive benefits throughout the year. "The current birthday offer will be phased out, making way for rewards such as member prices, pre-access to sales and exclusive event invitations. This applies to the welcome offer as well. We are making these changes with the aim of continually enhancing the H&M Membership experience and ensuring our community feels rewarded year-round." The changes comes after the chain increased fees for online returns. Why the high street still rules! Fabulous' Fashion Director, Tracey Lea Sayer shares her thoughts. I WAS 10 when I first discovered the utter joy of high-street shopping for clothes with my mum and nan. Going into town on Saturday became a family tradition – a girls' day out we would look forward to all week. My mum's favourite shop was M&S, where she would gaze at jackets with big shoulder pads and floral sundresses, while my nan would make a beeline for John Lewis and their classic coats and elegant court shoes. I was all over Tammy Girl – Etam's little sister – and Chelsea Girl, which was later rebranded to high-street fave River Island. I would spend hours in the changing rooms, watched keenly by my two cheerleaders, who gave the thumbs up – or thumbs down – on what I was trying on. Frilly ra-ra skirts, duster coats, polka dot leggings, puff balls, boob tubes… I tried them all, often making my nan howl with laughter. Fashion wasn't so fast back in the 1980s and every item was cherished and worn until it fell apart – literally – at the seams. At 18, I went to art college and my tastes became more refined. Extra cash from a part-time job in a bar meant I could move on to slightly more expensive stores, like Warehouse, Miss Selfridge and the mecca that was Topshop. I knew at this point I wanted to work in fashion because the high street had totally seduced me. One day, I wrote an article for a competition in a glossy mag about my love of retail therapy and my favourite LBD – and I won! That led me to where I am today – Fashion Director of Fabulous. It's not just me that loves the high street – big-name designers are fans, too. When Cool Britannia hit in the '90s, they all turned up in one big store. Designers at Debenhams was a stroke of genius by Debenhams CEO Belinda Earl, designer Ben de Lisi and fashion director Spencer Hawken, who introduced diffusion ranges from John Rocha, Matthew Williamson and Betty Jackson, to name a few. This meant we could all afford a bit of luxury and wear a well-known designer's signature style. Years later, I hosted a night with Debenhams and Fabulous for 250 readers, who were in awe meeting all the designers. It was a real career highlight for me. In 2004, H&M started rolling out their international designer collabs. Karl Lagerfeld was first, followed by Roberto Cavalli, Marni, Stella McCartney, Maison Martin Margiela, Sonia Rykiel, Comme des Garçons, Balmain, Versace and many, many more. I could barely contain myself! Then in 2007, Kate Moss launched her first collection with Topshop, with thousands queuing along London's Oxford Street. I remember sitting behind Ms Moss and Topshop boss Philip Green at a London Fashion Week Topshop Unique catwalk show. I had my three-year-old daughter, Frankie, in tow and we both made the news the next day after we were papped behind Kate, my supermodel girl crush. At the time, the high street was on fire. Who needed designer buys when Mango stocked tin foil trousers just like the designer Isabel Marant ones and you could buy a bit of Barbara Hulanicki's legendary brand Biba from Topshop? High street stores even started to storm London Fashion week. Although Topshop Unique had shown collections since 2001, in 2013 River Island showed its first collection in collaboration with global superstar Rihanna, who was flown in by a friend of mine on a private jet. KER-CHING! A whole new generation of high profile high street collabs followed. Beyoncé created Ivy Park with Topshop's Philip Green and I even flew to LA for Fabulous to shoot the Kardashian sisters in their bodycon 'Kollection' for Dorothy Perkins. I am pleased to say they were the absolute dream cover stars. Fast forward to 2024 and while the high street doesn't look exactly like it did pre-Covid, it has made a gallant comeback. Stores like M&S, Reserved and Zara, and designer collabs like Victoria Beckham X Mango and Rochelle Humes for Next are giving me all the feels. The supermarkets have really come into their own, too, smashing it with gorgeous collections that look expensive, but at prices that still allow us to afford the weekly shop. The last 30 years of high street fashion have been one big adventure for me. Bring on the next 30!
