Forget French-Girl Style, Here’s How We’re Embracing Americana Fashion This Spring
Let’s go ahead and rip the Band-Aid off: I love a striped tee and a ballet flat as much as the next girl, but French-girl style? She’s been having her moment for years. While we’ll always have a soft spot for the effortlessly undone charm of our Parisian sisters, this spring we're feeling something a little more grounded. A little sun-soaked. A little red, white, and really, really cute.
Enter: Americana. No, not in the yeehaw, rodeo-buckle, Toby Keith kind of way (though don’t count it out—fashion loves a plot twist). Think denim on denim, breezy whites, vintage cowboy boots, and a color palette that makes you feel like you might just spend the weekend road-tripping through dusty towns with killer thrift stores.
Americana this spring is about leaning into classics with a bit of soul. Pieces that tell a story, that feel like they’ve lived a little—or at the very least, could survive a barbecue spill.
We’re collectively craving something real. Something a little sun-washed and nostalgic. Something that looks like it could’ve been pulled from your mom’s closet circa ’78, but pairs effortlessly with your modern-day wardrobe (and okay, your Instagram grid). We’re embracing pieces that feel lived-in, effortless, and a bit rebellious. It’s personal style with a story, not just a Pinterest board with French captions.
Also? There’s something freeing about not trying to look like you’re on your third espresso in the Marais with an effortless chignon and perfect skin. Sometimes you just want to look like you rolled out of an old Ford Bronco and you’ve got stories to tell.
Key Pieces We’re Saying Yes To This Season:
– Denim Everything: Jacket, skirt, button-up, you name it. Extra points for anything that looks like it could've lived a past life at a Springsteen concert.
– Fringe, Suede, and Leather Accents: A little goes a long way. Think statement jacket or ankle boots—not a full-on rodeo moment (unless you’re actually attending a rodeo, in which case consider me extremely bitter).
– Textured Accessories: Your leather crossbody deserves a break. Enter: raffia totes, woven sandals, and straw hats that feel both practical and polished. These pieces instantly say warm weather is here without you having to say anything at all.
– Plaid, Gingham, and Eyelet: Prairie-core but elevated. Less "Little House on the Prairie," more "cool girl at the farmer’s market who somehow makes strawberries and sunscreen look editorial."
– Cowboy Hats & Boots (Yes, Really): Before you scroll past thinking “not for me,” hear me out: a well-placed cowboy hat or boot doesn’t scream costume, it says confidence. Try pairing your boots with a flirty sundress or your hat with loose waves and denim cutoffs.
– Red, White & Hues of Blue: No need to drape yourself in stars and stripes, but don’t sleep on the palette. A cherry-red lip, a navy striped tank, a crisp white sundress—these shades work beautifully on their own and even better together. Bonus: they look great against sun-kissed skin (or tinted moisturizer, let’s be real).
– The White Sundress: Is there anything more quintessentially spring than a white dress fluttering in the breeze? Pair it with cowboy boots, sneakers, or your favorite woven slides. Dress it up or down, spill iced coffee on it, wear it again anyway. It’s the MVP.
The beauty of Americana is that it’s not about perfection, it’s about pieces that feel good. Mix vintage with new, structured with breezy, neutrals with pops of color. Whether you’re chasing toddlers, chasing dreams, or chasing down the ice cream truck, there’s something here that fits your life and your closet.
This spring, we’re giving ourselves permission to dress like the main character in our own road trip movie. No subtitles, no berets—just sunshine, style, and a little bit of country soul.