Americana in Paris

Ease and effortlessness go hand in hand with Parisian label Isabel Marant and its eponymous designer. The brand’s signature blend of Parisian chic and a laid-back Californian vibe is what scores of women around the world are keen to emulate. Which is precisely why the label has garnered a cult following of fans over the past 24 years; Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Miranda Kerr, Kate Bosworth and Sienna Miller are among the coterie of stylish women who regularly call upon its collections, whether they’re heading to the office, an evening out, or a weekend off duty.

Marant has long been adept at blending easy-breezy bohemia with a rock-chick edge, regularly mixing cropped, printed cotton jackets and homespun knits with leather pants and flippy mini dresses. The FW18 collection riffs on familiar lines, taking its cue from 1970s Americana, cowboys, and the films of Jim Jarmusch and John Cassavetes. The result is a collection with a throwback feel that also has a thoroughly modern appeal, peppered with refreshed staples and must-have, Instagram-ready clothes.

What does that mean for your wardrobe? There are statement-making hero pieces: the snake-print leather pants, for instance, which in anyone else’s hands might seem overblown, are a sartorial no-brainer, especially paired with a slouchy, chunky knit. Or the fringed suede jacket that’s both high-impact and timeless, set to be a much-loved favorite for years to come. There are the requisite dresses – extra short but otherwise modest cotton affairs – and colorful printed midis ripe for pairing with knee-high boots alongside some high-shine, puffed-sleeved party dresses, for when you really want to make an entrance. And, because Marant has a knack for balancing the unashamedly feminine with more masculine shapes, you’ll find boxy double-breasted blazers and neatly tailored coats to throw into the mix, too.

When it comes to accessories, the label has all your bases covered, ticking off two of the biggest shapes of the season. There’s the ’90s-inspired strappy sandal with its low heel and smattering of crystals that’s probably dominating your Instagram feed right now. Then there’s Marant’s take on the cowboy boot, which not only fits neatly with fashion’s all-encompassing mood for winter, but also combines comfort and practicality with irresistible style. Whether you prefer the wear-with-everything ankle boot or the tasseled over-the-knee, you won’t want to wear anything else over the coming months.