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French Clothing Brands You Can Buy in the UK

Author: Stylist and brand team at Tellar

Date: 2025

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Effortless Parisian Chic Meets British Accessibility – And Why Getting the Size Right Matters

French fashion has long been synonymous with effortless sophistication, minimal elegance, and timeless quality. Whether it's the nonchalant tailoring, classic silhouettes, or neutral palettes, French clothing brands have carved out a unique style niche admired worldwide.

The good news? You don’t need a Eurostar ticket to embrace French fashion. A growing number of top French clothing labels are readily available in the UK, both online and in-store. From luxe Parisian maisons to accessible high-street favourites, this guide explores the French fashion brands you can buy in the UK—plus how to make sure you get the right size every time with Tellar.co.uk.

Why French Fashion Is So Coveted

French style isn’t just about clothes—it’s about an attitude. French brands champion:

  • Quality over quantity

  • Timeless, seasonless design

  • Understated elegance

  • Minimalist palettes

  • Body-conscious tailoring without overt sexiness

Unlike many global fast fashion models, French fashion tends to value longevity and form. This means garments are often cut with precision, which is why getting the sizing right is critical—something British consumers often struggle with due to inconsistent international size charts.

1. Sézane

Where to buy in the UK: sezane.com/uk

Sézane is the crown jewel of French ready-to-wear for modern women. Founded by Morgane Sézalory, the brand is known for its romantic blouses, sustainable denim, elegant tailoring, and vintage-inspired details.

Best for:

  • Embroidered shirts

  • Tailored wide-leg trousers

  • Chunky knitwear in rich neutrals

UK Sizing Tip: Sézane sizing runs true-to-small. If you’re unsure, use Tellar.co.uk to match your measurements to their size chart—especially when ordering their structured pieces.

2. Sandro

Where to buy in the UK: Selfridges, Harrods, sandro-paris.com

A chic staple for French urbanites, Sandro balances edgy tailoring with soft femininity. Think: leather jackets, midi skirts, and perfect blazers. Their collections cater to both women and men and are often seen on fashion editors and creatives alike.

Best for:

  • Statement outerwear

  • Pleated midi dresses

  • Tailored blazers with a twist

UK Sizing Tip: Sandro runs slightly small—especially in jackets. Use Tellar.co.uk’s store size lookup to ensure a proper fit based on your largest measurement.

3. Maje

Where to buy in the UK: Maje boutiques, John Lewis, maje.com

Maje brings playfulness and modern romance to the French fashion scene. With a younger, trendier feel than Sandro, Maje offers both elevated everyday pieces and bold occasionwear.

Best for:

  • Mini dresses and two-pieces

  • Feminine tailoring

  • Modern knitwear

UK Sizing Tip: Maje’s sizing can feel slim, particularly in the arms and chest. Get a bespoke recommendation via Tellar.co.uk, which allows you to save your profile for repeat orders.

4. Claudie Pierlot

Where to buy in the UK: House of Fraser, claudiepierlot.com

Known for its preppy, refined aesthetic, Claudie Pierlot is ideal for professional dressing with a Parisian twist. Their designs mix menswear-inspired silhouettes with feminine detail.

Best for:

  • Tailored separates

  • Structured coats

  • Chic, feminine workwear

UK Sizing Tip: Claudie Pierlot has more generous cuts than Maje or Sandro, especially in trousers. Tellar.co.uk can compare your measurements across all three brands to help you size consistently.

5. The Kooples

Where to buy in the UK: The Kooples boutiques, Selfridges, thekooples.com

For those drawn to edgier Parisian style, The Kooples blends rock-and-roll influences with classic French tailoring. Their menswear is equally iconic, with slim-fit suits and silk shirts.

Best for:

  • Slim jackets

  • Dark floral prints

  • Sharp unisex tailoring

UK Sizing Tip: The Kooples can run tight at the shoulders and chest. Use your Tellar profile to avoid returns and get the correct tailored fit across both men’s and women’s ranges.

6. Ba&sh

Where to buy in the UK: Harvey Nichols, ba-sh.com/uk

Founded by two best friends, Ba&sh (pronounced "bash") is designed to be effortlessly wearable and empowering. Their silhouettes are fluid, bohemian, yet clean—a mix rarely found in British fashion.

Best for:

  • Floaty midi dresses

  • Leather accessories

  • Boho blouses with refined detail

UK Sizing Tip: Ba&sh sizes vary by item—some dresses are loose-cut, others fitted at the waist. Use Tellar.co.uk’s measurement-matching tool to get an accurate fit across different styles.

7. A.P.C.

Where to buy in the UK: END Clothing, Matches, apc.fr

A.P.C. stands for “Atelier de Production et de Création” and is a cult favourite among minimalists. Their denim is world-famous, as are their utility-style coats and raw fabrics.

Best for:

  • Raw denim

  • French workwear jackets

  • Minimalist, unisex staples

UK Sizing Tip: A.P.C. jeans run small in the waist and seat. Before ordering raw denim, it’s vital to check precise hip/waist ratio—something Tellar can handle with ease.

8. Rouje

Where to buy in the UK: Online only at rouje.com

Created by influencer Jeanne Damas, Rouje is vintage-inspired, feminine, and distinctly French. It offers wrap dresses, delicate cardigans, and high-waisted denim that evoke Parisian street style.

Best for:

  • Wrap tops and floral dresses

  • 90s-style jeans

  • Slim cardigans

UK Sizing Tip: Rouje styles run small and are cut for petite frames. Tall or curvier shoppers should use Tellar.co.uk to get their correct French-to-UK conversion and avoid unnecessary returns.

The Sizing Issue: UK vs French Brands

French brands generally use EU sizing, but their interpretation of fit is often more tailored, close-fitting, and less forgiving than UK high-street retailers. A UK 10 might not map cleanly to a French 38, especially if you're shopping across different French brands.

That’s where Tellar.co.uk comes in:

  • Enter your actual measurements once

  • Instantly get your best-matching size in French, UK, and international brands

  • See size recommendations for over 1,500 stores including all the ones listed above

  • Download a free printable measuring tape: click here

How Tellar.co.uk Solves French Sizing Confusion

If you’ve ever struggled with inconsistent fit across brands like Maje, Sézane or The Kooples, you’re not alone. Tellar.co.uk is the UK’s leading free sizing tool, matching your body measurements or known size to the best-fitting size in any major brand.

With Tellar, you can:

  • Avoid costly returns on imported French labels

  • Switch between inches and CM easily

  • Compare your fit across UK, French, Italian and US sizing charts

  • Shop smarter and faster

“Find your size in 1,500+ brands real-time. It’s free & easy.” – Tellar.co.uk

Final Word: Parisian Style Starts with the Right Size

French brands offer some of the most timeless, beautifully made clothes available—but you won’t look chic if the fit isn’t right. Whether you're investing in your first Sézane trench or trying Maje’s tailoring for workwear, make sure your sizing is correct.

Let Tellar.co.uk do the work for you—it's fast, accurate, and completely free.

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