24 Style Tips to Steal from British and French Girls

The runway is a great place to catch up on all the next-big-thing trends, but beyond the officialness of Fashion Week shows, it’s the streets (and our Instagram feeds) that we turn to time and again for inspiration. Budgets and bills mean a constant flow of new duds might not be in the cards, but an abundance of #OOTDs only a double tap away means it’s easy to pull together of-the-moment outfits with garments you already own. To prove our point, we’ve curated some of our favorite #whatiwore looks from the most fashionable ladies in London and Paris — because fashion month (and all that style inspo) continues after the lights go down in NYC. Scroll on for 24 style lessons we’ve learned from their impeccable style.

Two coats are better than one

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Peacocking is totally

. Outfit balance, sure. But sometimes you just need to go all out — girls’ night out, birthdays, bad days, Mondays, whatever! Throw caution to the wind and pull all of your favorite over-the-top accessories into one badass ensemble that will send those double taps through the roof. For a look that reads more Ab Fab than WTF, stick with colors that complement rather than contrast. (Photo via @justauniform)

Mixing metallics is more than okay

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Summer sliders are fair game in winter

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A suit is always a good

.LBD? Please. The iconic black dress is timeless, but it just can’t compete with a suit’s unlimited #girlboss vibes. Rock it with a lacy cami (or sans if you’re feeling daring) and statement steppers for cocktails with the girls at that hot new locale, then switch gears come Monday with a bow neck blouse and menswear-inspired flats for a look Saint Laurent himself would have loved. (Photo via @rosiefortescue)

You should definitely be wearing sequins before

.Sequins are synonymous with the dance floor, yes, but that doesn’t mean you can only wear them after hours. The ultra glam embellishment translates effortlessly to daylight, bringing a healthy dose of panache to everyday basics. Toss on a glittery tee with jeans, a boyfriend blazer and a beanie for an outfit that makes the transition from errand running to gallery hopping incredibly effortless. (Photo via @karenbritchick)

Turtlenecks and silk scarves are

. A statement necklace isn’t the only way to accessorize a tricky turtleneck. Wrap a bandana or silk scarf around the neck for an unexpected touch that will flip the script on off-duty dressing. (Photo via @camillecharriere)

The dress-over-pants trend isn’t just for the red carpet

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Statement shades can make an

. Baubles and bags get all the credit, but a sick pair of statement sunglasses pack just as much game-changing potential. They sit front row center, so there’s no way they’ll go unnoticed. Take a top-down approach to your next on-the-go getup by letting your sunnies set the tone. You’ll want to make sure they make it into every #details post. (Photo via @kenzasmg)

Fashion and comfort don’t have to be at odds

can play nice. The building blocks on which these two styles are built — robes, slip dresses, joggers, trainers and tees — aren’t just for on-the-couch chill sessions either. Laid-back duds clean up real nice with tailored trousers, polished pumps and architectural blazers, which means very good things for your work-week wardrobe. (Photo via @zinafashionvibe)

A killer outfit is only one layer

.A constant supply of new threads would no doubt be nice, but it isn’t exactly realistic (a girl’s gotta eat and pay rent and such). Luckily, style is priceless, and taking a hard look at your wardrobe and trying out new combinations can yield some seriously clever and incredible ensembles. Take two of this season’s must-have pieces, for example: the cold-shoulder top and frilly, feminine turtleneck. They hold it down on their own, but together they fuse modern and old-world aesthetics to create a look that’s nothing short of DDG. (Photo via @pandorasykes)

You

teach an old shirt new tricks. Thinking outside the box when it comes to styling is a recipe for success. A white button-down might seem like the definition of square, but many a chic outfit it does make. Instead of settling for its classic, sometimes corporate vibes, rework your tried-and-true number with a bit of creative buttoning. Drape it across the shoulders like an asymmetric coverup or rock it one-shoulder style to transition your nine-to-five look for happy hour in two seconds flat. (Photo via @adenorah)

When it doubt, red lipstick

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Overalls have anytime appeal

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Everything is better with a belt

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Stripes and color blocks just work

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Monochromatic isn’t so black and white

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There’s more to scarves than meets the neck

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Glam cold-weather accessories are game-changing

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Layer with intention

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Know thyself

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Arm parties aren’t just for bangles

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Getting matchy-matchy with bae doesn’t have to be lame

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Reverse the rules

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