What’s behind the mythical ‘French Girl’ look? Attitude, and a balance of the chic and the cool, like Camille Cottin’s character in Call My Agent on Netflix

• The French Girl trope exists for a reason. She doesn’t follow a code, but knows what suits her – such as timeless basics set off by a bold scarf or bag
• Most of all it’s about being herself, say industry experts – her clothes never wear her. But don’t believe the look is effortless – far from it