Welcome to Maéva's Style Journal
Discover curated outfit inspiration, timeless styling advice, travel musings, and thoughtful recommendations, all created with intention and a touch of French charm!
Jardin d’Automne: 3 Effortless Early Autumn Outfits
From a green trench styled with denim to an olive sweater layered with ivory and a cropped jacket over a cream cable knit, these effortless early autumn outfits capture the season’s ease. Discover styling tips, versatile layering ideas, and Paris-inspired as well as local places to wander that romanticize fall wherever you are!
3 French Handbag Brands You Need to Know: From Artisan Craft to Architectural Flair
Discover 3 French handbag brands redefining Parisian style. From Fauvette’s artisanal craftsmanship to Tammy & Benjamin’s bold architectural lines and Hexagona’s affordable everyday chic, these hidden gems bring timeless French elegance into real life. Perfect for capsule wardrobes and modern style lovers!
4 Trench Coat Looks for Autumn: A Mini Capsule to Style on Repeat
Explore 4 chic trench coat outfits for autumn styled as a mini capsule wardrobe. From cozy knits to crisp layers, these versatile looks show how a timeless trench elevates everyday essentials. Perfect for fall layering, this edit makes getting dressed simple, polished, and endlessly repeatable!
Some Recent Fall Finds & Moments: Everyday Style Inspiration
Discover recent fall finds and everyday style inspiration to refresh your wardrobe this season. From Levi’s barrel jeans and a gingham top to a structured Anthropologie purse and cozy home touches, see how small additions and simple styling tweaks can transform your outfits and elevate your fall moments!
Autumn Coffee Moments: 5 Ways to Style Brown and Black
Discover 5 chic ways to style brown and black this fall with the Autumn Coffee Moments edit. From tailored trousers to espresso trenches and pleated skirts, learn how to pair these timeless shades for everyday polish. Explore effortless outfit ideas, layering tips, and accessories that make this color duo a seasonal wardrobe favorite!
7 French Shoe & Accessory Brands to Inspire Your Wardrobe
Discover 7 French shoe and accessory brands that embody timeless Parisian chic. From Repetto’s iconic ballerinas and Carel’s Mary Janes to Bocage’s Made in France designs, Rivecour’s quiet luxury, Jonak’s classic loafers, Bobbies’ playful edge, and Pied de Biche’s modern classics, these French labels will inspire your wardrobe with effortless style!
4 Looks in Timeless Browns: A Seasonal Favorite for Transitioning into Fall
Discover 4 chic fall outfit ideas in timeless brown tones. From tailored trenches to espresso blazers and caramel accents, this edit shows how to style warm neutrals for an effortless transition into autumn. A seasonal favorite, perfect for outerwear and everyday elegance!
3 Elevated French Brands to Inspire Your Wardrobe
Discover 3 elevated French brands to inspire your wardrobe: Balzac Paris, Soeur Paris, and Laurence Bras. From sustainable everyday essentials to minimalist tailoring and poetic heritage-inspired designs, these Parisian labels offer timeless staples that blend refinement, authenticity, and effortless chic!
Everyday Early Autumn Style: 3 Chic Looks for the Season Ahead
Explore 3 chic early autumn outfits for everyday style. From suede jackets with denim to camel outerwear and ivory jeans, these easy fall looks balance timeless layers with modern polish. Discover simple outfit ideas and transitional styling tips to inspire your wardrobe this season!
The Cropped Trench Lookbook: 9 Ways I’ve Styled Mine
The cropped trench is this season’s most versatile outerwear. See how to style it nine ways, learn the difference between single vs double breasted cuts, and shop curated picks that prove this modern classic is the effortless layer every wardrobe needs!
L’Art du Plaid: 4 Ways to Style a Timeless Pattern
Discover L’Art du Plaid: 4 chic outerwear looks to style this fall 2025. From oversized coats to tailored blazers and classic plaid trenches, explore how to wear one of the season’s biggest trends. Plaid jackets and heritage checks bring timeless elegance to every fall wardrobe!
Bonjour September: Trench Coats, Fall Layers, and Birthday Moments
September is the perfect time to bring out a cropped trench coat for transitional weather. Discover timeless outfit ideas with denim, white tees, ballet flats, and structured bags, plus chic styling tips to carry you into the fall season!
Le Mini Mag: August French Style Recap with Pre-Fall Outfits, Brand Highlights & Styling Tips
Discover the August issue of Le Mini Mag from Maéva: French-inspired pre-fall style with most-loved pieces, suede layering looks, brand highlight Maison Stella & Suzie, effortless styling tips, and a sneak peek at September fashion. Timeless outfits, romantic details, and wardrobe inspiration the French way!
Summer Mix: A Little Recap Before Fall
Summer Mix 2025: A French-inspired style recap of the fabrics, colors, and prints that defined the season. From linen dresses, maxi skirts, gingham, polka dots, and stripes to shades of butter yellow, blue, and white, discover how these timeless pieces transition effortlessly into fall with cropped trench coats, knits, and rich tones.
8 French Brands With Iconic Bags to Inspire Your Wardrobe
Explore 8 French brands blending timeless clothing and iconic bags. From Sézane and Sandro to Maje, ba&sh, Soeur, Rouje, Vanessa Bruno, and A.P.C., each offers effortless Parisian style. Learn their stories and see how adding even one intentional piece can elevate your wardrobe with chic, authentic charm!
Savoring the End of Summer: Golden Light and Gentle Details
Savor the beauty of late summer with a timeless French-inspired look that carries effortlessly into fall. From garden strolls and golden details to Agapée’s rose jewelry and everyday essentials like Madewell denim and Sézane espadrilles, discover how to romanticize the season’s final days while preparing your wardrobe for autumn!
Café & Denim: 5 Ways to Style Dark Denim and Caramel Tones
Discover 5 chic fall outfits styled with dark denim and caramel tones in our Café & Denim edit. From structured jackets to cozy knits, these timeless looks show how to pair indigo washes with warm coffee hues for effortless French-inspired style. Perfect for transitioning your wardrobe into fall!
Wedding Guest Dresses: Style & Fall Season Inspiration
Wedding guest dresses for every season: from rich fall tones to destination-ready styles. Discover chic outfit ideas, seasonal color inspiration, and elegant ways to balance comfort with style. Find timeless looks that will help you feel confident, radiant, and beautifully dressed for every celebration!
Early Autumn Moments: 4 Chic Looks for Pre-Fall
Discover Early Autumn Moments, a curated edit of 4 chic and minimalist outfits in soft creams and rich chocolate tones. These French-inspired looks capture elegance and transitional style, carrying your wardrobe seamlessly from late summer into early fall with timeless, versatile pieces!
Style & Beauty Inspiration for Pre-Fall: Outfits, Colors and a Hair Refresh
Ease into the new season with style and beauty inspiration for the fall ahead. Explore transitional outfits that blend summer staples with cozy layers, rich fall color pairings like brown with navy or cream with olive, and a seasonal hair refresh with tips for care and styling. Plus, discover beauty updates and cozy home touches to make the shift from summer to autumn effortless, chic, and inspiring!
“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