If you’ve binged Netflix’s Emily in Paris like the rest of social media, you’re probably well aware of the buzz it has generated. Much like the way Emily swooped into her Parisian offices appalling her colleagues with her unapologetic Americanness, the show has similarly usurped our attention and taken social media by storm. And unsurprisingly so—Emily in Paris is chockfull of social media fodder: Sex and the City alumni creators, love triangles, uncomfortably cliché portrayals of Paris, Emily’s divisive sense of style. Love it or hate it, Emily’s style has been speculated as an intentional plot device to highlight her fish-out-of-water status in the show. But one character that has unanimously stolen our hearts is Emily’s French counterpart, Camille, played by Camille Razat.
Camille first appears as Emily’s first encounter with a genuinely nice French person in Paris—almost debunking her Paris syndrome within minutes of their serendipitous meeting at a local florist. Immediately, her understated navy coat stands in direct contrast with Emily’s bright fuchsia coat. The elusive je ne sais quoi we so often attribute to French girls? Camille exudes it through costume designer Patricia Field’s clearly deliberate styling of muted, throw-on pieces that give the illusion of French girl effortlessness.
Unlike Emily, Camille’s style is expectedly more realistic and, well, less ringarde. Below, your playbook to emulating Camille’s effortlessly chic looks.
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Parisiennes on the go
The staples of a classic French girl outfit? An oversized navy blazer, some failproof denim and a pop of red. Channel your inner Parisian by modelling after Camille’s go-to uniform.
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Girls night
Camille’s nighttime looks are just as covetable as her daytime ones. Take a cue from her Friday night get-up and go for some one-shoulder asymmetry for added interest.
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Denim on denim
On a road trip back to her family’s champagnerie, Camille opts for a double denim look topped off with a baker boy hat—proving that Canadian tuxedos can be stylish.
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Victoriana chic
After a heated argument with Gabriel, Camille is seen in a powerhouse of an outfit: a georgette pussy-bow blouse paired with a cropped pinstripe jacket and platform mary jane heels—we almost feel guilty for noticing the clothes in such an emotionally charged scene, but can you blame us?
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Double date night
On what was undeniably one of the most awkward double dates in the history of double dates, Camille remains unequivocally stylish—this time, with a cropped chocolate blazer, high rise denim skirt and a Jane Birkin basket bag.
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The French best friend
Next to Emily, Camille’s style is noticeably more muted. Maximalists at heart might be drawn to Emily’s love for colour, but if you identify more as a Camille, a way to add interest to your black and white looks is to opt for a western boot that still allows you to stay true to your monochromatic colourway.
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Je ne sais quoi
Arguably Camille’s breakout outfit on the show, this See by Chloé checkered ensemble is likely Camille’s subtle way of pledging allegiance to French luxury. Teamed with a sheer polka-dotted puff sleeve, Camille takes the look from predictably classic to quirky and interesting.
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Staud cropped polka-dot cotton-blend poplin and tulle bustier top, $156
Available at The Outnet.
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Saint Laurent Cassandra croc-effect leather cross-body bag, $2,930
Available at Matchesfashion.
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Beret beauty
So it seems there is a way to wear berets in Paris without looking like a tourist caricature. Opt for a black pleather or vinyl one like Camille does here, but the trick is to keep the rest of the look casual with something as understated as a utility jacket.
