Think of traditional French style and something like this dress might come to mind.
Claudie Pierlot is careful to tick all the right boxes – take the clean-lined yet loose-fitting profile, the preppy contrasting collar and twee floral buttons embellished with crystals and pearls. What renders it a little more contemporary is the short length – cropped high on the legs for a flattering, lengthening effect.
<li>Claudie Pierlot crepe dress
<li>Concealed zip-fastening at back
<li>Stand contrast collar, short sleeves, crystal-embellished decorative buttons at front
<li>100% polyester
<li>Hand wash
<li>True to size
<li>Size 8: Length 37"
<li>Model is 5ft 10" and wears a size 8