Have the 2024 Paris Olympics prompted you to discover your inner French fashionista this summer? Or maybe it is your anticipation of the new season of Emily in ParisPremiering August 15? Whatever it was, carry your French flair into fall with these 16 French girl-inspired fashion pieces that transition seamlessly into the cooler months.

Whether you need a cozy cardigan to snuggle up in on chilly evenings or a dress to layer up during the fall months, our roundup below has a bit of both! We’ve got everything from feminine and flirty polka dot styles to some sensual French styles like lace and silk styles. All can be layered up during the fall months and beyond!

16 transitional fashion pieces bring your French Girl summer into autumn

French transitional dresses for girls

1. Our absolute favorite! This polka dot wrap dress in classic French girl style is our absolute favorite!

2. Try tweed: An ode to a beloved French fabric, this Chanel-inspired dress features tweed fabric, gold buttons, and an A-line design!

3. Better with buttons: This midi length summer dress with pretty contrasting brown buttons at the front is perfect for picnics in the French countryside!

4. Feminine and flirtatious: This smocked maxi dress has a versatile style and can be worn with both flats and boots!

5. Beautiful in lace: Get your evening dates right in this silky lace maxi dress with its sensual figure-hugging design and V-neck!

6. Make the denim: French girls have a flair for denim, so we know they would love this all-denim babydoll dress!

Transitional tops for French girls

7. Our absolute favorite! A staple in every French girl’s wardrobe is a striped cardigan like this one with gold button closures!

8. Cute Cami: Wear this cute lace tank top with a maxi skirt in the summer and with jeans and a blazer in the fall!

9. Very cute vest: French girls would wear this striped vest with maxi skirts, jeans, pants and more!

10. Button up better: Another staple of the French girl’s wardrobe is a flowing button-down top like this one, which can be worn with several items in your closet.

11. Smooth stripes: Feel like a real Frenchman in this striped long-sleeved shirt while you enjoy a croissant or a macaroon!

12. Yes, yes! Say yes to this off-the-shoulder top that comes in several stripe variations – all of which would go perfectly with a beret!

French Girl transitional trousers

13. Our absolute favorite! These high-waisted pleated trousers go well with heels in summer and boots in autumn!

14. I love jeans: These retro-style wide-leg jeans are perfect for casual dinners and Saturday brunch dates!

15. Silky petticoat: If you don’t know what to wear, opt for this midi petticoat, a sweater and some high heels!