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Discover curated outfit inspiration, timeless styling advice, travel musings, and thoughtful recommendations, all created with intention and a touch of French charm!

Romantic Summer Style: A Gingham Dress for Garden Days
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Romantic Summer Style: A Gingham Dress for Garden Days

Looking for romantic summer outfit inspiration? Discover how to style a timeless gingham dress for garden walks, weekend outings, or slow moments under the sun. This guide includes styling tips, fabric suggestions, and a personal story set in Southern California that celebrates French-inspired fashion and everyday beauty.

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4 Chic Monochrome Moments: Elegant Looks for a Timeless Summer
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4 Chic Monochrome Moments: Elegant Looks for a Timeless Summer

Discover 4 chic monochrome outfits perfect for summer. From effortless shirt dresses to sleek two-piece sets, this French-inspired style guide shows how to wear monochrome looks with ease and elegance. Featuring natural textures, minimalist silhouettes, and styling tips for everyday occasions!

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Your Next French Bag Obsession: 3 Parisian Brands to Know
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Your Next French Bag Obsession: 3 Parisian Brands to Know

Discover 3 Parisian handbag brands redefining French style through timeless design and impeccable craftsmanship. From Léo et Violette’s refined minimalism to RSVP Paris’ limited-edition charm and Ateliers Auguste’s structured elegance, these French bags offer quiet luxury made for everyday wear!

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Rouje x J.Crew Try-On Haul: What I Tried, Loved, and Brought Home
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Rouje x J.Crew Try-On Haul: What I Tried, Loved, and Brought Home

Tried and styled: Discover my in-store Rouje x J.Crew try-on haul with honest fit notes, styling tips, and what I brought home. From dreamy polka dot dresses to the perfect embroidered tee, here’s everything I loved from the French-girl meets American classic collab!

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The French Touch: What the Rouje x J.Crew Collab Means for U.S. Style
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The French Touch: What the Rouje x J.Crew Collab Means for U.S. Style

Discover the Rouje x J.Crew collection, a limited-edition capsule blending Parisian charm with American classics. Learn what this collaboration means for French brands entering the U.S. market, shop the pieces, and explore Maéva-approved French fashion favorites. Your destination for French-inspired style and brand discovery!

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The Maxi Skirt Moment: This Summer’s Go-To Silhouette
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The Maxi Skirt Moment: This Summer’s Go-To Silhouette

The flowy maxi skirt is this summer’s must-have piece. Discover how to style it with ease, why it belongs in your capsule wardrobe, and where to find the perfect version for your budget. From crisp button-downs to playful tees, learn the French-inspired ways to wear this timeless silhouette all season long!

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Minimalist Summer Style: 3 Chic & Timeless Outfit Ideas
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Minimalist Summer Style: 3 Chic & Timeless Outfit Ideas

Discover 3 elegant black and white outfit ideas inspired by minimalist French summer style. From linen trousers to flowing skirts, each look blends timeless silhouettes with Parisian ease. Perfect for capsule wardrobes, this guide offers styling tips and chic inspiration for warm-weather dressing with a refined twist!

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Solving the “Jeans and a Nice Top” Dilemma: Your Go-To Formula Starts Here
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Solving the “Jeans and a Nice Top” Dilemma: Your Go-To Formula Starts Here

Struggling with the classic “jeans and a nice top” dilemma? This guide helps you find your go-to elevated top: one that feels effortless, flattering, and versatile. Featuring the Eliana Top by Marcella and other favorites, plus styling tips and what to look for when building a timeless, confidence-boosting wardrobe essential!

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What to Pack for Provence: 7 Romantic Looks from a Curated Capsule
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What to Pack for Provence: 7 Romantic Looks from a Curated Capsule

Discover what to pack for a summer getaway in Provence with this curated capsule wardrobe. From linen dresses to woven accessories, explore 7 chic outfit ideas inspired by sun-soaked villages like Gordes, Saint-Rémy, and Lourmarin. Simple, elegant, and endlessly wearable, perfect for effortless French summer style!

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If You Love Effortless French Style, You’ll Adore These 3 Brands
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If You Love Effortless French Style, You’ll Adore These 3 Brands

Discover 3 French fashion brands that capture the essence of effortless French style. From Rosaé Paris’s dreamy staples to Seliijan’s heritage-inspired elegance and Admise Paris’s modern tailoring, these labels offer timeless pieces designed to elevate your everyday wardrobe with chic simplicity and thoughtful design.

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Café & Linen au Soleil: 4 Chic Looks for an Elegant Summer Wardrobe
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Café & Linen au Soleil: 4 Chic Looks for an Elegant Summer Wardrobe

Discover Café & Linen au Soleil, a summer style guide featuring four chic French-inspired outfits in warm café tones and light linen textures. From relaxed trousers to elegant sundresses, these effortlessly elegant looks are perfect for sunny days, coffee breaks, and timeless seasonal dressing.

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4 Coastal Chic Moments: Striped Looks for a Timeless Summer Wardrobe
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4 Coastal Chic Moments: Striped Looks for a Timeless Summer Wardrobe

Discover 4 striped summer outfits styled with coastal charm and timeless elegance. From crisp linen skirts to relaxed knits, this style guide highlights marinière-inspired looks perfect for sunny days, effortless outings, and building a chic, versatile wardrobe with a French twist!

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3 French Brands to Know if You Love Sézane – Part 3
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3 French Brands to Know if You Love Sézane – Part 3

Love Sézane? Discover 3 more French brands that capture that same timeless, Parisian style. From Atelier Camille’s refined tailoring to Garance Paris’s romantic silhouettes and Ysé’s feminine essentials, these labels offer elevated pieces you’ll want in your wardrobe. Perfect for Sézane fans looking to explore beyond the classics!

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What to Pack for an Italian Holiday: 7 Outfit Ideas from a Simple Capsule
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What to Pack for an Italian Holiday: 7 Outfit Ideas from a Simple Capsule

Planning a summer trip to Italy? Discover what to pack for an Italian coastal getaway with 7 chic outfit ideas inspired by destinations like Positano, Capri, and Taormina. This effortless capsule blends style and function with light fabrics, elegant accessories, and timeless silhouettes to elevate your warm-weather wardrobe.

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Evening Elegance in Periwinkle: Marcella’s Alyssa Infinity Dress
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Evening Elegance in Periwinkle: Marcella’s Alyssa Infinity Dress

Discover the Alyssa Infinity Dress in Periwinkle by Marcella NYC, an elegant, comfortable, and convertible evening dress perfect for date nights, vacations, and special events. Ethically made and mission-driven. Use code MAEVAWITHAMOUR for 10% off your purchase at checkout!

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Style Guide Roulette: A New Series Where My Closet Meets the Guides
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Style Guide Roulette: A New Series Where My Closet Meets the Guides

Discover the first edition of Style Guide Roulette where I bring one of my saved Maéva outfit guides to life using classic wardrobe staples and a bold pop of color. Get styling tips, learn how to spot wardrobe gaps, and explore smart ways to shop intentionally with affordable or secondhand finds. Join the series and get inspired to recreate your own favorite looks!

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Mediterranean Getaway: 6 Casual Chic Summer Looks Ft. Je Suis Yours Truly
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Mediterranean Getaway: 6 Casual Chic Summer Looks Ft. Je Suis Yours Truly

Discover 6 effortlessly chic summer looks featuring Je Suis Yours Truly, a brand inspired by the French Riviera. From relaxed sweatshirts to embroidered tees, this edit blends comfort, elegance, and that signature je ne sais quoi. Plus, explore top beaches, towns, and restaurants along the Côte d’Azur for a full Riviera moment!

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“Fashion fades, style is eternal.”

— Yves Saint Laurent

“Elegance must be the right combination of distinction, naturalness, care, and simplicity.”

— Christian Dior

“Elegance is the only beauty that never fades.”

— Audrey Hepburn