How do teens dress in Paris?
French teenagers do wear sports shoes, sweatshirts and low-rise jeans (or slim, depending on the year!!), but usually with a trendy T-shirt and a nice shirt casually opened on top of the T-shirt. It looks like they grabbed the first thing handy, but they actually put a lot of thought into it — boys and girls alike.
Parisians wear clothes that flatter their bodies. For instance, they ensure that they wear pants that are neither too tight nor too big, too short, or too long. Their shirts can be oversized only if they are designed to be so. Dresses are not too-tight, too-revealing, or too-short.
In France, dressing nicely is considered good manners, but not looking like a tourist is also a practical matter in Paris. The more you fit in, the less of a target you'll be for scammers, pickpockets and people trying to sell you stuff you don't want.
Average teenagers in France dress much as U.S. teenagers do. When they are not wearing school uniforms, they will wear jeans and comfortable shoes. You will not see French teens in leisure wear outside of the house though, so leave your yoga pants at home, according to an article at the Paris Escapes website 1.
Jeans and tops (not polo type of shirts, or golf shirts) are fine. Look at some videos. Choose any 100 male teens (or 20s or 30s and maybe 60s) in Paris and odds are they will be wearing jeans and some sort of athletic shoe.
Instead, Parisian style is all about effortless basic clothes with one statement piece like a silk scarf, a nice hat, or a great pair of shoes. Accessorization of outfits is kept to a minimum and the overall look is simple and clean. Parisians are never overdone or overdress.
It's also worth noting that short skirts are considered age-appropriate for women of all ages in Paris, as long as they have the legs for it! With all that walking they do, many Parisian women can rock a mini-skirt well into their sixties.
You can wear jeans, if they are discreet, dark and well cut, but not in the evening, and not with a tee shirt and sneakers – you would look too casual. If you're planning to enjoy a night out on the town, this is a good rule to remember.
Are Leggings Okay to Wear in Paris? Some travelers love wearing leggings for comfort, but they're often too casual looking as pants for Paris. If you're a big fan of leggings, consider pairing a black pair with long tunics during the spring, or wearing them under Paris style dresses and skirts in fall and winter.
If you were wondering if French women wear sneakers —and even in Paris, the answer is: yes definitely! Sneakers or trainers are one of the essential shoes all French women own. If you already went to Paris you might have seen that uncomfortable high heels are not very “French”.
What should I wear in Paris at night?
Jeans (besides dark or black-wash) are usually safest to avoid. I'd recommend a skirt, tights, and a nice blouse—paired with either boots or heels. If you're ever unsure of what would be allowed, opt for semi-formal attire: a dress or skirt (always with tights) or slacks.
- Small backpack. Don't take a big bag for your trip to Paris! ...
- Camera. Of course! ...
- Universal adaptor. ...
- Umbrella. ...
- One photo ID. ...
- Raincoat. ...
- Sweater or jacket. ...
- Debit/Credit card.
French teens, like most teens, enjoy socializing by going to the movies or getting together at each other's homes or in local cafés. Soccer and basketball are common hobbies for French teenagers.
School uniforms in France
French children do not wear a school uniform. They are allowed to wear casual clothing to school although anything too unusual would be frowned upon. Religious clothing of any kind is banned in schools in France.
What do French kids wear these days? Although children's fashion is always evolving, no matter the year, you'll see les petit* français in certain classic outfits. Striped Breton shirts, cashmere gilets (cardigans), wool coats, wellington boots, and, of course, the essential écharpe.
Teenagers wear what they want to wear and if you tell them not to wear something you know what happens and as its Paris you will more than likely get the bill for what they are about to buy in Paris. Teens in Paris wear shorts that are so short that they need a wax job before they go outdoors.
French teens, like most teens, enjoy socializing by going to the movies or getting together at each other's homes or in local cafés. Soccer and basketball are common hobbies for French teenagers.
Jeans,more jeans, cords and dark pants. (I haven't seen alot of cargo pants over there.) Paris and Rome tend to be more fashionable ( than say London area or Amsterdam) even among teens. They wear alot of knit scarfs around the neck and those tight knit hats worn all the time for guys.
Clubs/High-End Outings
Jeans (besides dark or black-wash) are usually safest to avoid. I'd recommend a skirt, tights, and a nice blouse—paired with either boots or heels. If you're ever unsure of what would be allowed, opt for semi-formal attire: a dress or skirt (always with tights) or slacks.
