Perfect Accessories for a French Girl Summer
Let’s tell you the secret up front: it need not be expensive, it has to be well put together. There is something je ne sais quoi about how the French dress up. It is always well put together, whether and even when they use their signature red lip or even when they use jewellery with a gold look to add to their style.
While the rest of the world, and what we see on OTT or on Instagram, French girls know how use maximalist jewellery with restraint to create the perfect, effortlessly chic look. French using jewellery is never about excess. It is not about the focus on the pieces, it is about using the curated pieces to create that perfect look. They know how to use few well-crafted pieces that elevate your look without overwhelming it. The French approach to jewellery revolves around a simple philosophy: less is more, but less should be perfect. Each piece feels personal, intentional, and often holds sentimental value.
French women often invest in fewer, higher-quality pieces, favouring craftsmanship over trend-driven fast fashion jewellery. Sustainability also aligns naturally with this approach — buying thoughtfully and wearing often is inherently more conscious and sustainable. Materials like solid gold, vermeil, natural gemstones, and handcrafted designs dominate their collection. Thin gold hoops, like the ones seen in many Parisian street style photos, are a staple. They add a touch of polish whether paired with a striped Breton top or a silk slip dress. Small gold huggies, well structured, romantic ear studs, or thin stacking chains and pendants to create a refined look that feels both intimate and luxurious. Even when gold or gold plated chains are worn, they’re often worn solo or layered in twos and threes — add subtle shimmer to the neckline without stealing attention.
Another key element of the French jewelry aesthetic is its blend of heritage and modernity. Heirloom pieces are often mixed with newer acquisitions. It’s not uncommon to see vintage signet rings, passed down through generations, worn alongside contemporary minimalist designs. This creates a layered narrative, where each piece tells a part of the wearer’s story.
The art of dressing up like the French is never to try too hard, the secret is choosing and using pieces to create a look that blends with her personal style, it moves seamlessly into her daily routine — something she can wear from morning café runs to late evening dinners. Gold, for instance, are reimagined in modern gold plated styles which are reminiscent of heritage, and old world, but modern in their construction. They choose chunky pieces glittering in the dull yellow of gold or minimal pieces layered to create a personal statement of comfort and effortless chic. A single gold plated drop earring or a hoop or even petite studs stacked together form an irresistible look without looking staged.
At Surha, which is a niche, curated label we incorporate aspects of this French girl sensibility into our designs. Indian craftsmanship — rich in detail and history — finds a perfect counterpoint in the French preference for subtlety. Our recently launched anti-tarnish gold plated jewellery has chic, effortless, playful designs which are perfect to be worn singly or can be layered to create that irresistible French vibe. Minimalist gold plated anti-tarnish chains, chunky huggies, sleek with delicate designed hoops or statement ear studs allow you to channel your inner Parisian, who believes in style which is personal, different from everyone and stands out in the way it’s well put together.
Ultimately, the French girl aesthetic in jewellery isn’t about copying a style — it’s about embracing confidence, simplicity, and personal expression. It's wearing pieces that feel uniquely yours, pieces you reach for every day, knowing they’ll quietly elevate your style without ever shouting for attention.
You can find our anti-tarnish collection here: French Girl Summer at Surha
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