Paris Style Guide for Women – Fall & Winter
Are you planning a trip to Paris in the fall or winter? You already know where to stay in Paris and what to visit in the city, but you have no idea what to pack. What to wear in Paris in the fall? How to dress in Paris in December?
Look no further; this Paris style guide for women covers the basics of Paris fall fashion 2025 and Paris winter fashion 2025-2026 and includes a list of things to pack for Paris to feel comfortable and look stylish. After reading this guide, you will quickly understand what to wear in Paris for your next trip!
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Table of Contents:
- How to Dress in Paris
- The Little Black Dress: So Parisian, So Chic!
- What to Wear in Paris in the Fall (Paris Fall Fashion 2025)
- What to Wear in Paris in Winter (Paris Winter Fashion 2025-2026)
- Shoes to Wear in Paris (Winter and Fall)
- Paris Packing List Winter & Fall
- How to Dress in Paris When It Rains
- Paris Outfits Fall & Winter – Style Tips
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How to Dress in Paris
The Parisian style is simple, chic, and beautiful. Parisian women’s motto is “Less is More,” with a minimum of items that are versatile and easy to combine.
What is the secret of Parisian style? Parisian women’s wardrobes combine high-quality basics with great accessories. Most Parisian women wear classic outfits you probably already have in your closet.
The colors are neutral, usually combining no more than 2-3 colors in the same outfit. Finally, Parisians choose quality pieces that will last many years.
What are the essentials to blend in with the locals this fall and winter?
- striped tee
- white shirt
- the perfect pair of jeans
- black blazer
- trench coat
- little black dress
- the perfect bag
- a good and warm jacket for the coldest days
TIP: You can also come to Paris with half of the suitcase empty and enjoy a Paris shopping tour with a passionate and creative personal shopper! She will help you to choose the best clothes to wear in Paris for your travel style. This fun shopping experience is suitable for women and men. If you are traveling with teenagers, check out this shopping tour for teens in Paris.
The Little Black Dress: So Parisian, so Chic!
Why is the little black dress a classic of the Parisian wardrobe?
The little black dress, also known as an LBD, is an evening dress for women that is usually simple and cut short.
Fashion historians attribute the invention of the little black dress to Coco Chanel in the 1920s. After the Great Depression, Chanel wanted to propose a simple and affordable dress for all women to be elegant without spending much. The black color was perfect in a period when textiles, fabrics, and colors were rationed.
In 1926, Vogue published a drawing of a simple black dress in crêpe de Chine by Coco Chanel. Vogue named this design “Chanel’s Ford” because (like Ford’s cars) it was a dress accessible to all women.
Over the years, celebrities dressed in simple but elegant little black dresses (see Audrey Hepburn in the film Breakfast at Tiffany’s!) contributed to the popularity of the little black dress.
Today, the little black dress is an essential for every Parisian woman. It can be dressed up or down, alone or with other accessories, depending on the occasion.
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What to Wear in Paris in the Fall (Paris Fall Fashion 2025)
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Paris in the fall still has pleasant temperatures (maximums of 11°C to 21°C), and there are still some sunny days with blue skies.
If you visit Paris during the fall, you must be prepared for anything! Layering is essential, and your Paris fall outfits should include a jacket or a trench coat for rainy days.
Items like a foldable umbrella and a light scarf will be your best allies, so don’t forget to include them in your Paris packing list. Before leaving home for Paris, check the weather forecast and review your packing list if necessary.
What to Wear in Paris – Fall 2025
What to Wear in Paris in Winter (Paris Winter Fashion 2025-2026)
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Winter in Paris is the least convenient season weather-wise, with temperatures ranging from 2°C to 7°C and only 4 to 5 hours of daylight. January and February are the coldest months, but Paris never gets as cold as Northern Europe. Snow is rare, though you might see a few snowy days in February.
Your Paris packing list winter should include a warm jacket. Stylish outfits to wear in Paris in winter often feature turtlenecks, wool ponchos, or oversized cardigans as the second layer. You can complete your look with a warm scarf and a wool hat.
What to Wear in Paris – Winter 2025-2026
Add some Merino wool and thermal underwear to your Paris packing list winter
Shoes to Wear in Paris (Winter and Fall)
What shoes to wear in Paris in winter or fall? Paris is a very walkable city, so you definitely want stylish walking shoes. Sneakers and flats are also great, comfortable shoes for your Paris packing list.
Heels aren’t the best choice if your Paris checklist involves lots of walking and sightseeing. But maybe you are too addicted to your heels to leave them at home? Only bring them if you have planned dressy occasions, like a dinner in an upscale restaurant.
I don’t recommend including boots in this Paris packing list. While boots are stylish, warm, and look great in Paris, they tend to take up too much suitcase space for just a few days in the city.
Stylish Walking Shoes for Paris Winter – Fall
Paris Packing List Winter & Fall
Here’s my suggestion for ways to blend in with the local crowd in Paris in the fall and winter. These Paris travel essentials work well for exploring, sightseeing, dining, or going out.
NB: Links and product availability are checked regularly. Don’t take it out on me if a product is sold out. It was most probably a victim of its own success!
Accessories: 1. Envelope Clutch | 2. Fedora Hat | 3. Red Lipstick | 4. Cashmere Scarf | 20. Round Sunglasses |
Tops: 5. Stripped Top | 6. Black Blazer | 7. Casual White Shirt | 8. Black Turtleneck |
Pants & Dresses: 9. Straight Leg Dress Pants | 10. Slim Fit Jeans | 11. Casual Little Black Dress |
Outerwear: 12. Black Poncho | 13. Open Cashmere Cardigan | 14. Wool Coat | 15. Trench Coat |
Footwear: 16. Chelsea Boots | 17. Flats | 21. White Sneakers |
Bags: 18. Classic Structured Vegan Leather Tote | 19. Vegan Leather Backpack |
Check out my detailed Paris packing lists for each of the coldest months of the year:
How to Dress in Paris When It Rains
When it is gray and rainy in Paris, it’s nice to have a touch of color in your outfit. The travel rain jacket and umbrella below are perfect for a rainy day in Paris: they are light, easy to fold, and fit everywhere in your suitcase. I assume that the rainy boots are more difficult to include in a packing list for only a few days, but I could not help adding them here to complete the look 😉
Paris Outfits Fall & Winter – Style Tips
» Invest in a good pair of jeans, a trench (or jacket), and a bag.
» Pack clothes in simple color palettes.
» Packing Cubes are perfect for packing for Paris. Check this best packing cubes review
» Wear comfortable walking shoes for Paris; you will walk a lot!
» Don’t accessorize too much.
» Scarfs and some hats are effortlessly Parisian and protect from the cold temperatures.
» Since the suggested packing list is filled with neutral colors (black, white, grey…), I recommend adding a touch of ‘rouge’ to brighten your look. This could be a bold lip color or a red scarf if you prefer to skip makeup.
» Don’t worry about being perfect—especially when it comes to your hair (ours tends to be messy) 😉
» Click here to know what to pack in your travel day bag for exploring Paris
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And there you have it, a comprehensive style guide for Paris with suggestions on what to wear in Paris in winter and fall. Happy packing!
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