Just back from Paris, and I’ve got the inside scoop on how French girls are styling their hair this season—and trust me, it’s a game-changer. Forget perfection; this season is all about embracing the undone, the messy, and the effortlessly chic. But here’s where it gets interesting: this look isn’t just about rolling out of bed and calling it a day—it’s a carefully curated kind of chaos that’s taking the fashion world by storm.
Some travel to Paris for the Eiffel Tower or the croissants, but my mission is always the same: to decode the style secrets of Parisian women. From their wardrobe choices to their signature scents, and this time, their hair. During my recent 24-hour whirlwind trip, I noticed a clear trend: hair is free, textured, and undeniably lived-in. Think loose strands, a touch of frizz, and a whole lot of attitude—it’s the kind of look that says, ‘I’m too busy living my best life to worry about every hair being in place.’
This trend isn’t just on the streets; it’s straight off the runways. From Miu Miu’s tousled tresses to Chloé’s flyaway volume, the autumn/winter 2025 shows were a masterclass in undone elegance. Vogue France even dubbed it the season of ‘effortless rebellion,’ where hasty ponytails at Prada and shaggy locks at Kenzo stole the spotlight. It’s as if the fashion world collectively decided that perfection is overrated—and I’m here for it.
But let’s be real: achieving this ‘I woke up like this’ vibe takes a bit more effort than it seems. Here’s the part most people miss: messy hair doesn’t mean zero maintenance. To get that gravity-defying volume à la Chanel’s spring/summer 2026 collection, you’ll need a few tricks up your sleeve. Think mousse, texture sprays, and maybe even a bit of backcombing. It’s all about creating that ‘I didn’t try, but I totally did’ illusion.
So, how can you pull off this look? One word: plaits. Sleeping with your hair in braids or two-strand twists creates that effortless, irregular texture that screams ‘French girl.’ In the morning, a quick finger-comb and a dense bristle brush will give you that natural, undone puff. Not a braid person? Grab a medium-barrel curling iron and alternate the direction of your curls for a messy, lived-in finish. Just avoid curling everything the same way—unless you’re going for that Old Hollywood wave, which, let’s be honest, feels a bit too polished for this trend.
But here’s the controversial part: Is this trend truly ‘effortless,’ or are we just romanticizing the idea of low-maintenance glamour? After all, even the most ‘undone’ looks often require a fair amount of product and technique. Are we fooling ourselves, or is this just the next evolution of natural beauty? Let me know your thoughts in the comments—I’m curious to hear if you’re team #EffortlessMess or team #HighMaintenanceNatural.
