From Seafarers to Style Icons: The Enduring Appeal of the Breton Stripe Shirt

From Seafarers to Style Icons: The Enduring Appeal of the Breton Stripe Shirt

The Breton striped shirt comes from humble beginnings. More specifically, the top dates back to 1858, when it was worn by French navy sailors. In the years since, however, the Breton striped top has evolved far beyond its simple origins, and become synonymous with effortlessly chic French girl fashion, with a subtly nautical twist. And what better time than the start of summer to break out those Breton stripes? Even if you’re not spending the da…

7 Parisian-Chic Looks I'm Re-Creating This Summer

I'm currently in the back of a New York taxicab stuck in traffic and daydreaming about the French girl aesthetic. I sit wondering if I'll ever achieve that effortlessly cool, timeless look that my go-to France-based style inspirations pull off so naturally. I'm always in awe of their easy, thrown-together ensembles that feel polished but never too serious. French women have this unique ability to style contrasting textures, patterns, and silhoue…