The French Fashion Brands Everyone Should Know

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While Paris is home to some of fashion's most coveted design houses, contemporary French fashion brands have also gained notoriety across Europe and here at home. Inspired by vintage collections and classic tailoring techniques, these brands offer beautiful pieces with a contemporary spin—all at a reasonable price point. If you're lusting after French-girl style (opens in new tab) (and who isn't?), check out these effortlessly cool French fashion names to shop now.

Ba&sh

Creating feminine French clothes with a contemporary spin, the Ba&sh brand was the concept of two friends from Paris who wanted to offer women the ideal wardrobe that both looks and feels good.

Girls laying on the floor

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Bash Peter Pan Collar Shirt

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Bash Margot Short Jacket

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Bash Sailor Sweater

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Bash Denim Midi Skirt

Maje

With an emphasis on versatility, Maje was created for the easygoing Parisian woman who demands a wardrobe that can adapt to their ever-evolving lifestyle.

Girls trying on shoes

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Maje Mohair Cardigan with Pearl Buttons
Maje Denim Shirt with Bow
Maje Sleeveless Sweater
Maje Reversible Shearling Coat

Sézane

After making adjustments to existing vintage pieces and selling them online, designer Morgane Séza­l­ory founded French clothing brand, Sézane. Crafted using Paris-based ateliers, the line offers quality pieces at an affordable price point.

Shoes and clothes hanging

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Sezane Izaac Coat
Sezane Angele Shirt
Sezane Chuck Trousers
Sezane Fleur Jumper

Antik Batik

Using natural materials and artistic influences, designer Gabriella Cortese created French-based brand Antik Batik to mirror her own well-traveled wardrobe.

Girls wearing dresses and holding hands

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Antik Batik Printed Maxi Dress
Antik Batik Quilted Jacket
Antik Batik Huga Jacket
Antik Batik Patchwork Blouse

Ernest Leoty

Parisian brand Ernet Leoty designs activewear (opens in new tab) using classic French tailoring techniques created by the same manufacturers that develop costumes for the Opera de Paris Ballet. Their sophisticated designs are technical—designed with breathable stretch fabrics—but with an effortless French savoir faire.

Girls laying down

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Ernest Leoty Marion Legging
Ernest Leoty Therese Legging

Ernest Leoty Gabrielle Hoodie

Ernest Leoty Elsa Corset

Sara Holzman
Sara Holzman
Style Director

Sara Holzman is the Style Director at Marie Claire, covering runway trends and tracking down the latest finds to buy and wear. When she’s not writing about fashion, she pens about the best places to jet-off to.

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