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Real French Girl Guide No One Told You

Allow me to take you through my French Girl Guide consisting of things that Parisians actually use. Trust here I have been living here for quite some time now!

Sections

French Girl Perfumes - That I Discovered in Paris

French Girl Skincare - Tried & Tested

French Girl Dresses - Real Parisians Wear

French Girl Bags - You Wish You Knew Earlier

French Girl Sunglasses - Super Chic yet Affordable

French Girl Jewellery - Forever a Gold Girlie

French Girl Perfumes - That I Discovered in Paris

French women consider perfumes as DAILY accessories, something that they CAN'T leave their home without wearing. So let me share something the scents my nose picks up during my everyday commute in Paris.

You can't miss out on this perfume, I legit have two of these. Don't believe me, go check out my Instagram - Talkcheeky

Angel Elixir Eau de Parfum

I'm telling you! This is truly a hidden gem, you can thank me later for introducing you to this fragrance.

Marrakech Intense Eau de Parfum | Aesop

I came across this perfume by Viktor & Rolf last year after I complimented one of my colleagues on her perfume and that's when I discovered that this fragrance is getting popular among the French women.

Good Fortune Eau de Parfum

The perfumes For Him and For Her by Narciso celebrates masculinity and femininity through its floral and woody scents. I always recommend Narciso Rodriguez perfumes for those who are looking to find their signature scents.

Narciso Rodriguez For Her Eau de Toilette 50ml

By adding this perfume in the list, I feel like I'm exposing a big secret. I actually started using this one a few weeks back and now it's my office fragrance and I love the compliments it gets me. Hopefully, this won't become out of stock after this...

Irresistible Eau de Toilette Fraiche

French Girl Skincare - Tried & Tested

How I wish someone would have shared with me the French skincare secrets that I am sharing with you! Like really, my skin had gone through so much over the past few years and these products are responsible for healing it and giving me the confidence ...

Prevent & reduce the signs of aging with this Life Plankton Elixir serum

BIOTHERM | Life Plankton Elixir - Sérum anti-rides & booster d’éclat

I'm not even going to get a commission out of this one, but I need to share with you the best kept French skincare secrets.

Creamy Eye Treatment With Avocado

This face cream right here, is a life saver for me. I swear I wanted to gatekeep it so bad because I cannot bear the thought of it being sold out. But here I'm exposing the perfect French skincare routine that doesn't require you to follow a million ...

Ultra Facial Oil-Free Gel Cream

You NEED an eye cream, period. There are people out there that don't believe in the idea of using a specific cream for skin around their eyes, please open your eyes. Your skin is fragile and need EXTRA care and hydration so please focus on that and n...

Advanced Génifique Yeux Light-Pearl™ Eye Serum

I genuinely believe that people are sleeping on Dior skincare. I myself have been a little sus about this luxury brand but since I first tried it in 2021 and I haven't looked back. It is a good investment if you are in your 20s, trust me on this!

Capture Totale Firming & Wrinkle-Correcting Cream

French Girl Dresses - Real Parisians Wear

Okay, so the aim with the French fashion is to looked effortless and chic at the same time. So, here I am sharing some timeless pieces with you that you just don't want but NEED in your wardrobe to radiate that flawless casual off-duty model look sty...

It's giving major Saint Tropez vibes especially if you are planning Euro Summer

Satin Dress French Girl Style | Mango France

Imagine running on the beach in this dress and the photographs during the sunset would be just phenomenal. This is a great summer dress with an edgy side that is made to turn heads.

Robe longue Extratropical

Enter the new era with this dress by retaining the fashion authority while celebrating iconic styles and embracing the new. And of course, the back of this dress is made to be flaunted.

Topshop one shoulder stripe satin midi dress in red and pink

I dream of this dress and yes it is already on my wish list and soon it will be the latest edition in my closet. It is such a unique dress with a subtle design that makes you stand out in a classy way.

Topshop printed occasion v neck flutter sleeve maxi dress in multi

You know, sometimes I feel bad for suggesting you such stunning pieces that I end up receiving messages like not having enough space to store this beauties. So, I'm guilty of that but someone has to share them.

ASOS DESIGN high neck maxi satin tea dress in abstract blurred print | ASOS

French Girl Bags - You Wish You Knew Earlier

Let me share the IT bags you would want to own not just for this season but for the entire freaking year because baby, they will never go out of style. (Yes, I just quoted a Taylor Swift song because it's on point.)

You actually need this bag in your life, it's the typical French bag you just can't miss

Charlot Canvas Crossbody Bag - Chocolate

I have seen this bag go out of stock so quick so I'm just adding it here in case someone is lucky enough to find it in stock and elevate their French style with this black beauty.

Kora Metallic-Accent Moon Bag - Black

If you like to travel then you NEED this duffel bag in your life. I'm not even kidding. This is your go-to cabin bag that would fit all your clothes and shoes you need when traveling on a budget flight like me. Trust me, you'll thank me later.

Emma Convertible Duffel Bag

I may have founded you the cutest little barbie inspired bag you on the internet. The beads look is giving the mermaid beach vibe for sure. Imagine recording that viral TikTok trend with this bag, it goes like - how much do I owe you? It's okay, it's...

Pink beaded chain strap cross body bag | River Island

Coach has been releasing some really timeless pieces for the past few months and the French are absolutely loving it. This is one of my favourites, if you are looking for something more corporate.

Cabas Willow 24 à contraste de couleur avec intérieur en toile signature | COACH®

French Girl Sunglasses - Super Chic yet Affordable

Babe, sunglasses are one of the most powerful accessories you can own that can wither make or break your entire look. So, let me share some of the very best classics that I have witnessed on these French women in Paris.

With a unique geometric silhouette, these sunglasses features clean, sleek lines that creates a refined and polished French girl aesthetic.

Gabine Recycled Acetate Oval Sunglasses - Black

French women don't mess around when it comes to sunglasses. They like them big and bold, so here's a statement pair of sunglasses that you would want to wear during your Euro summer vacation.

Panelled Temples Butterfly Sunglasses - Black

A pair of sunglasses with a hint of luxury yet falling under the affordable category. If you want something designer but don't want to spend as much, this can be your pick for this year.

Lunettes de soleil surdimensionnées motif cheval et calèche

I personally LOVE the aviator style and I think you can never go wrong with a pair of sunglasses like these. This is an oversized model with straight metal nose bridge, with tinted glasses to block out that sun.

Lunettes aviateur Set The Bar

French Girl Jewellery - Forever a Gold Girlie

So, I know this might be unpleasant for some of you but love I am a Gold girlie so most of my recommendations would be featuring the best Gold jewellery options that French women adore. If I'm being completely honest, gold is a little more favoured t...

I know people are legit searching for these necklaces with a cute aesthetic look for their euro summer looks so here's one that I have to share with my gold girlies!

Collier à breloque Coach X Observed By Us

Hoops never go out of style, I repeat NEVER! You always need to have a stylist high-quality pair of hoop earrings in your jewellery collection. They are timeless and will go with almost everything, trust me on this.

Grandes créoles à perles classiques

French Girl Shoes - You just can't get out of your mind

I'm a shoe person, okay BUT these Parisian women surely know how to find the perfect balance between elegant and comfort. I mean, the first thing I notice now in someone is their shoes thanks to the French women for this new habit of mine.

A chic and practical footwear choice for everyday wear, flats are always in style in Paris.

Beaded Flower Tweed Slingback Flats - Multi

This particular style of Mary Janes is so popular among true Parisians and the fun part is it goes with your professional work attire and also your fun date night dress. Don't sleep on this one girls!

Buckled Cylindrical Heel Mary Janes - Black

I know by now you might have already seen people on TikTok talk about how Parisians love their white sneakers. But they forgot to mention that true Parisians don't just go for the plain ones, usually they want a little something extra to make their w...

Site Exclusive! Women's - We All Walk In Different Shoes Kam Leather Lace-Up Sneaker

If you are familiar with Parisian sneaker style and then chances of you hearing about Veja are quite high. These sneakers are the IT girl 101 and if you like to walk a lot. These shoes are going to be your best friend.

Baskets Campo Veja

You wanted me to find you the most affordable pair I can find so here you go! Now, what are you waiting for? Live your ballet core era this season!

ASOS DESIGN Los Angeles ruched ballet with elastic strap in black

French Girl Makeup - That I Personally Use

Okay people, I hear you, I see you..you wanted me to add a makeup section for my french girl guide so here you go. Voila!

I honestly don't get the hype around Dior lip oils when we have access to these Clarins lip oil. Like parisians are using this stuff up like crazy. I am currently using the shade 03 cherry and the other shade my sister stole from me. So that says som...

Lip Comfort Hydrating Oil - Clarins | Sephora

Okay so the French girlies are not exactly fan of foundation. They might use a quick touch up concealer every now and then but that's it. They invest more in skincare than super heavy makeup products. This YSL concealer is light, quick and easy. I mi...

Touche Éclat All-Over Brightening Concealer Pen YSL

Parisians are either dark red nails or super subtle with their nails. It varies from season to season if I am being honest. That's why you need to get one or two high quality nail polish for the long run and try to save up some of your expensive salo...

Nail Glow Polish Dior

My Gatekeeps - That I'm Exposing

Just like everyone has their special products that they gatekeep for weeks/months/years, I too have some miracle products that work wonders on my skin. I fear exposing them could lead them to being sold out but here I am.

I love this face serum so freaking much. This is one of my very first products that I tried from this brand and my skin absolutely loved this face serum.

BYOMA Hydrating Serum | BYOMA

Hands down I'm of my favourite skincare products that I have come across in months. A healing serum for my under eyes that I am completely obsessed with, literally!

Revitalift Filler Sérum Yeux 2,5% Acide Hyaluronique + Caféine