What is distinct about this style?
The Gamine style is the epitome of men’s wear as women’s wear. This style uses a lot of clean, simple lines and can lean on the side of preppy. If Audrey Hepburn is your idol, this style is for you.
Silhouette
The Gamine Style uses very tailored pieces with tubular, shift, tent, trapeze or a-line silhouettes.
Line
This style uses mostly straight lines as the curved or organic lines are to busy for this type. You’ll often see horizontal lines. The horizontal striped shirt is a favorite.
Pattern
Clean stripes are the most coveted pattern for this type. Plaids are also loved. A nautical theme prints blend well with this style.
Texture
Matte, but clean textures are highlighted with the Gamine Style.
Color
The Gamine loves high contrast colors. Navy and white are a favorite combo as well as red. Black and white are also paired together frequently. Strong colors are used as tints are often too delicate for this look.
Proportion
The Gamine Style sticks to natural body proportions. You’ll rarely find Gamine Styles with a lot of volume as tailored and crisp looks are preferred.
Other distinctive details
This styles emphasis of horizontal lines gives a boxy look to many of the silhouettes. Ballet flats are also a must have for the Gamine.
Celebrity Examples
Audrey Hepburn, Ginnifer Goodwin, Michelle Williams
Brands to Shop
Shoshanna, Mui Mui, J. Crew, Banana Republic
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