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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]What you are looking for is actually 'French Girl" style- google it.

I'm pakistani-born here, totally get what you are going for OP.  I dress like that b/c i went to prep school and that is all i know and feel comfortable in. The pakistani fashion look right now is copied from middle eastern women- its not really authentic, my grandma only wore surma and lipstick, my mom is a natural beauty who never wore more than lipstick and eyeshadow/mascara.  The super heavy middle eastern style make up plus the brand name closes are very common now for Pakistanis- very dubai return. The french manner is much more akin to classic Pakistani style and looks good on us with our darker complexions and hair.

You need to take care of your skin and practice a good "no make up" make up look with neutrals. Get a nice haircut and make sure your highlights aren't orange- if you want some go for a dark, shiny chocolate brown. Invest in good hair and skin care and a toned body. The clean look comes from being healthy and not 'sloppy' with extra jiggles. Oh and get a compression bra and boy shorts to eliminate panty lines.

clothes- I'd tell you to go to J. crew but be careful, their quality has fallen a lot, talbots/J. Jill have more generously cut clothing that will look good on our curvier shapes. My sister is a more bohemian dresser than me and she loves J.jill and Peruvian connection. Honestly- i think like 60% of my wardrobe is Everlane. I like  LL Bean b/c its so cozy and comfy but the LL bean only looks good on 'skinny' days.   I like to dress modestly- not be very sexy and so this works for me as my natural style but that isn't for everyone. I think what you are drawn to is that its more natural, so you should just do that. I get cashmere sweaters and jeans from Uniqlo. I actually love my heritage but it doesn't all have to be shiny- I wear plain leather, with no embellishment pakistani joothas (men's kussa) with my jeans and a white button up all the time. Add a nice watch and one other piece of jewelry plus a scarf and you have a perfect outfit.  Cup of Jo's style section has some good inspiration if you are sick of the 'Dubai Return' look.

If you are looking to splurge- Cuyana has really nice classic stuff. Thats my husband's go to for gifts for me. Want les Essentials and Clare V have nice purses/shoes that are good quality without being over the top. Madewell has reasonable priced nice stuff as well. if you want to add some rock and roll edge - get some docs/converse and pair with cropped khakis/jeans and an oxford shirt. If its cold- throw on a peacoat/parka/leather jacket/ cashmere or merino sweater.  really- look up french girl style and you have the perfect clean natural style you are looking for that is also reflective of your own personality.

I hope this was helpful!
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Cuyana, Peruvian Connection, and J.Jill...you don't look French, you look like a 50  year old 8th grade teacher. [/quote]

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