What's in your closet?

Tell us about yourself

My name is Charlotte, I am 26 years old. I have lived in Paris for 3 years. Until recently, I worked as a store and community manager at La Frange à l’envers (I also call it La Frange), a store selling second-hand fashion. I left because I would like to create my own business!

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Describe your style

I don’t follow fashion trends. I only dress with the items that I found at La Frange, but I would say I am “Classy Chic.” 

You can say my style is Parisian!

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Do you have any favorite brands that you like to wear?

The brand &Otherstories matches perfectly my personality. I also like Levi’s, Sezane, Comme des Garcons.

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What is your go-to outfit?

I often wear jeans with a white t-shirt, a pair of Converse shoes and a unique jacket or blazer, to take my casual outfit to the next level.

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What’s the oldest thing that you have in your collection?

My black blazer from Sezane, a timeless blazer that can be worn in all seasons.

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What’s the newest addition(s) to your closet?

I just bought a Isabel Marant bag that I’m obsessed with, a Sessun dress for the Fall and a leather belt bag from Chloe.

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Do you have something that you keep, but never wear and/or use?

No, if I don’t wear it, I sell it so I can buy something new that I like. This way, I can constantly renew my wardrobe without spending anything.

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Do you have a favorite and/or special item in your closet?

My little black dress from Revolve, it is backless and low-cut at the front. I wore it all Summer long, with it on, I just feel simple and pretty, even when worn with flip flops!

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Would you buy secondhand items? If yes, do you have favorite places to find secondhand clothing?

I buy everything at La Frange or on Vinted. For luxury handbags, I buy on Vestiaire Collective.

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Do you wear vintage clothing, shoes, handbags, and/or accessories? If yes, do you have any that you LOVE wearing?

I don’t have any vintage items in my closet, I’m still waiting for the perfect one.

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Would you consign your gently used items you no longer wear?

I always try to fix my items or to sell them before they have too many signs of wear. I take good care of my closet.

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Do you wear fast fashion items?

Unfortunately yes, but only for my underwear or staples such as jeans or tops that I can’t find pre-owned. I try to limit fast-fashion as much as I can. ‍

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Do you have any high-end contemporary designer items in your closet? And/or do you have any dream items you would aspire to have?

I don’t, I would barely be able to wear it. I’m looking for a vintage handbag from Louis Vuitton or Chanel. I’m also looking for an item from Jacquemus, I love this French designer.

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Do you have anyone who inspires your clothing aesthetic?

Obviously! I follow instagram influencers. In France, I love @dressingleeloo, @theballoondiary, @sophiesinacori, and abroad I follow @valerialipovetsky. They each have different styles but all suit me.

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How do you keep your closet organized?

Everything is organized by category and by color, it’s far easier to “go through the maze” this way.

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What would your dream closet look like?

I would like to have Valeria Lipovetsky’s closet. She has such easy-to-wear and comfy items but always adds a Parisian touch!