Each individual has their own sense of style;  people utilize clothing as a means of expression for their thoughts and other difficult-to-voice feelings. As a result, fashion is continually distinctive. However, there are some factors that can affect it. One of these factors is the environment in which a person lives; local fashion can be influenced by trends that are popular in a given area. Due to the difference in trends in their respective regions, French and American clothes have distinct  styles. The U.S. is “more about expressing yourself,” but Paris is “more about belonging to something” (Foley 2018). America has a philosophy about what to wear and how to present themselves: they should be themselves. This is why many Americans support small enterprises. They are not  persuaded into buying high end clothing but rather what they prefer , for cheaper, from a smaller business. Many Americans also feel at ease supporting small businesses because the owners are passionate about what they do. Additionally, by creating new job possibilities, small businesses contribute to the expansion of the national and local economy . However, in France , people tend to dress to blend in, which by wearing recognizable labels. The French dress elegantly, formally, and with sophistication. “Louis Vuitton, Chanel, and Hermés” are typical  examples of typical Parisian fashion, which are corporations that are known everywhere (Kantar 2019). 

     Furthermore, Americans enjoy dressing comfortably. They are often seen donning sweatpants and loose attire, which is “unusual… in Europe” (Radar 2017). In Europe, it is likely that you will find ladies sporting accessories like scarves, cardigans, and hobo bags. In the US, popular sportswear brands including Nike, LuluLemon, and Under Armourare are mainstream.  When it comes to patterns and colors, Parisians frequently choose neutral hues and avoid bright colors. They dress in knitting textures, lace designs, and leather (Radar 2017). During the spring, you may see “silk scarves interwoven into their ensembles” (Fass 2022).They are dressed in neutral hues that blend in with everyone around them. However, when Parisians desire a splash of color, they wear just one piece of clothingwith that color, not several. As an example, a woman wearing only beige clothing can have a scarf as her only piece with a splash of color.

Americans, on the other hand, adore bright colors and designs. Americans continue to make fashion discoveries by mixing bold colors and clashing prints. For example, baggy jeans are combined with a boldly designed skirt and a hot pink trench coat. Typically, spring is when these colors are most prevalent. More “strange layering and dresses-over-pant styles” have also been explored in the US. Americans have advanced in “gender fluid” fashion to the point that seeing people of all identities wearing skirts or heels is no longer unusual (Farra 2021). Clothing is no longer distinguished by gender; it is merely clothing. 

    Over time, Parisians and Americans have both evolved into different styles, setting up timeless commonalities like layered clothing. Yet, everyone has a somewhat different idea of what is fashionable, with each country’s citizens displaying unique fashion styles. A  majority of global fashion trends usually start in Paris before moving to the U.S, but there are still obvious contrasts between their styles. Each is distinctive in its own way. Now, over time, Parisians have discovered how to dress for themselves and not for others, and I believe Parisians inherited that mentality from Americans. Additionally, Americans are starting to appreciate classy attire,  not only sportswear. This shows how inspiration can come from anywhere and anyone.