I'm currently in the back of a New York taxicab stuck in traffic and daydreaming about the French girl aesthetic. I sit wondering if I'll ever achieve that effortlessly cool, timeless look that my go-to France-based style inspirations pull off so naturally. I'm always in awe of their easy, thrown-together ensembles that feel polished but never too serious.

French women have this unique ability to style contrasting textures, patterns, and silhouettes—combos some might consider fashion don'ts. On them, however, these looks never fail. They're so in tune with the zeitgeist of trends that I genuinely wonder if they have some kind of direct line to the fashion gods. Cheeky polka dots, retro-styled capris, the forever divisive jelly sandals… You name it. They've got their pulse on what's in.

In honor of my existential morning commute, here are seven Parisian-chic looks I'm officially committing to re-creating this summer, even if my cab driver is the only one who sees them.

Polka dots and capris are trending, so why not wear them both? Red ballet flats add a pop of color, and a loose polo keeps it casual.

This take on an all-black look has finally convinced me to wear flip-flops on the streets on NYC. I know what I'm wearing tomorrow.

Capris are a true French girl staple, and whether you're team jelly sandals or not, this 'fit is polished and playful.

Who would've thought to pair the color of the summer, butter yellow, and leopard print? It totally works.

The French woman's uniform: a crisp white tank, light-wash jeans, and romantic kitten heels.

A monochrome outfit always looks put-together, especially in chocolate brown. Not to mention, it's easy to style.

A basic midi dress to throw on and go. Just add a statement necklace for that effortlessly chic vibe.