A beret, in my opinion, can be - and should be! - a wardrobe staple. Versatile, the piece can be used as a focal point, or a compliment, to the right outfit. If you invest in a high-quality piece, it can last you for years. Keep both your head warm and ahead of the game in this French pièce de résistance!

Need more style inspo? Check out my posts on monochromatic fashion, athleisure, flares, jumpsuits, thigh highs, short shorts, bucket hats, pleated skirts, chunky platform sneakers, white jeans, Dr Martens, and white boots!

krakow kreative

I kept warm in Krakow in a woollen beret adorned with pearls. I created a “gradient” with my outfit, with a purple base, a multi-coloured cropped sweater, and a white beret.

WHERE TO WEAR

Lil drinky drink
Coffee
Museum hopping
Historical learning

Details:

Beret: & Other Stories
Shirt: Monki
Sweater: Monki
Trousers: Bershka

player in plaid

Play around with a fun plaid, by pairing it with a monochromatic (or neutral) base.

WHERE TO WEAR

Art gallery
Pottery class
City break

Details:

Beret: Tartan Weaving Mill
Bralette: Natori
Shirt: Aritzia
Jacket: Aritzia

rock n roll gworl

What do you pair with a leather jacket and Harley Davidson hot pants…? A beret, of course!

WHERE TO WEAR

Cinema
Cheating
Shopping

Details:

Beret: Kangol
Shirt: & Other Stories
Sunglasses: Moschino
Shoes: L’Intervalle
Tights: Hue
Jacket: Thrifted (Borrowed from a fling)

coffee cutie

A black beret makes you look insufferable, but in a sufferable way.

WHERE TO WEAR

Avoiding texting someone back
Date with someone you are texting back
Groceries
Coffee

Details:

Beret: Accessorize
Turtleneck: COS
Pants: Bershka
Shoes: Buffalo London
Purse: Longchamp
Jacket: Aritzia

polish passion

An all-red ensemble is made even more chic topped with an equally red beret!

WHERE TO WEAR

Class
Dinner
Shopping

Details:

Beret: Laulhère
Shirt 1: Tristan
Shirt 2: Aritzia
Necklace: Verameat

lean, green, beret machine

A beret makes a monochromatic outfit even more monochromatic, and thus, more chic!

WHERE TO WEAR

Travelling
Lunch
Sampling macarons

Details:

Beret: Henri Henri
Shirt: Aritzia
Skirt: Aritzia

black & white delight

Black + White + Pop of Colour = Outfit Success! The houndstooth beret picks up both colours, and lets the pop stand out.

(And yes, the dachshund is the pop of colour in Photo 1)

WHERE TO WEAR

Walking your wiener
Playing with your wiener
Wiener (US)
Sausage (UK)

Details 1:

Turtleneck: COS
Dress: Quince
Beret: I can’t remember, I got it in Luxembourg somewhere
Shoes: Thrifted; Brand: La Vie En Rose (STACKT in Toronto, Canada)

Details 2:

Shirt: Polo Ralph Lauren
Turtleneck: Aritzia
Purse: Desigual
Beret: I can’t remember, I got it in Luxembourg somewhere
Shorts: Lululemon
Jewelry: Verameat
Shoes: UGG

a whole lotta red

Just a whole lotta red, including the beret. This is what I call a “guillotine” outfit - two colours, that you decapitate at the waist. Head + Torso = Red. Bottoms + Shoes = Black. Easy!

WHERE TO WEAR

Coffee (Boston accent, please)

Details:

Shirt: Aritzia
Beret: Laulhère
Pants: Guess

panoramic fantastic

What does one wear that bridges stylish sightseeing in London, and afternoon tea? A leather beret and an up-cycled corset, with a pleated skirt and white go-go boots. Keeping everything in a monochromatic colour palette keeps it from looking too costume-y.

WHERE TO WEAR

Sightseeing
Afternoon Tea-ing
General tomfoolery

Details:

Beret: & Other Stories
Corset: Kooka Boutique
Sheer Top: Thrifted (from STACKT in Toronto, Canada)
Skirt: Aritzia
Stockings: Don Quixote (from Tokyo, Japan)
Shoes: L’Intervalle
Choker: Osewaya (from Tokyo, Japan)

snuggle bug

Two audacious pieces cancel out when matched together: in this case, the fuzzy beret and jacket look intentional.
Warning: you may inspire whimsy.

WHERE TO WEAR

Film Fest
Girls Night Out
Cocnert

Details:

Jacket: Thrifted (Label: H&M)
Dress: Lasenza
Beret: The Saucy Milliner

WRAPPED-IN-WHITE

Bikinis can double as bralettes, no?

WHERE TO WEAR

Struttin’
Shoppin’
Parisian coffee hoppin’

Details:

Beret: I bought this from a hat shop located in the Place des Vosges (Paris, France). It has no name, and you can’t find it on Google Maps. It’s a local vendor who has been there for years. Literally, you go to the Place des Vosges, and it’s on the opposite side of Carette. I’ve included a photo for reference!
Dress: Forever 21
Necklace: Kasandy

zelda???

A Link ahh fit.

WHERE TO WEAR

Meeting with friends
Shopping
Concert
Karaoke
Ice cream shop

Details:

Beret: The House of Bruar
Turtleneck: Bershka
Trousers: Pull&Bear
Coat: Aritzia
Shoes: L’Intervalle

bretonic babe

I couldn’t have a list of Berets and not include a proper Breton look. Stripes (by a French brand) and a beret… Need I say more? The Celtic earrings are a much-adored extra.