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20 Photos Capturing 1960s Parisian Style

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Two women in mid-20th-century outfits, with full plaid skirts and white blouses, lean over a balcony railing, smiling, with the Eiffel Tower and Paris skyline visible in the background.

There was something effortlessly stylish about Paris in the 1960s. The city became a global symbol of fashion, creativity, and sophistication, where trends felt less manufactured and more like a natural part of everyday life. From tailored coats and sleek dresses to casual café looks that still inspire fashion today, Parisian style during the decade managed to look both elegant and completely understated at the same time.

Beyond the clothing itself, the images reflect the confidence, culture, and charm that made Paris such an influential center of style during the sixties. Together, they capture a timeless aesthetic that continues to shape fashion and inspire people around the world decades later. Let’s dive into 20 photos capturing Parisian style.

1. This ’60s biker from Paris owns her own brand of cool

A woman with long hair, wearing a leather jacket and pants, sits sideways on a Honda motorcycle parked on a city street. The scene appears to be from the 1960s or 1970s.
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No helmet, just the leather on her back to keep her safe.

2. At the Eiffel Tower, 1960

A man in a suit stands in front of the Eiffel Tower, looking slightly away from the camera. The Eiffel Tower rises prominently in the background against a cloudy sky.
thescottpilgrim

It looks like he’s wearing a silly hat.

3. Physical education exams in Paris, 1960

Three women climb ropes while others watch in front of the Eiffel Tower in Paris. The scene appears vintage, with people dressed in mid-20th-century clothing and buildings in the background.
andonis_longos

You couldn’t have a better view while doing a rope climb.

4. Young lovers, 1960

A couple shares an umbrella and kisses at night in front of the illuminated Arc de Triomphe in Paris, with wet streets reflecting lights and a vintage advertisement kiosk nearby.
1arcite

They’re posing beside the Arc De Triomphe in Paris.

5. Sitting by the pool in Paris, 1960

A group of women in swimsuits sit on the edge of a pool with their feet in the water, watching several women wearing swim caps who are swimming below them.
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6. Coming back from the bakery with a baguette, Paris, 1960

Two young children stand on a city sidewalk, smiling and holding a long baguette. The left side of the image is in black and white, while the right side is colorized, highlighting their clothing and surroundings.
jabbalechat

It’s amazing how much more personal the photo becomes when color is added.

7. That looks like a good spot to read the paper

A man wearing a hat sits in a wheelchair on a Paris street, reading a newspaper. Classic cars are parked nearby, and the Notre-Dame Cathedral is visible in the background on a sunny day.
ciroyeneuropeen

I hope no one takes too sharp a turn.

8. Two little French boys in Paris, 1962

Two young boys wearing boots and overalls stand close together, each holding a small suitcase and looking at the camera with curious expressions; the background shows trees and blurred figures.
stcstasi

Check out the little handbags they’re carrying around.

9. New Year’s Eve in Paris, 1960

A man and woman in party hats sit at a table, laughing and holding cigarettes. The table has plates, glasses, and food. The photo is black and white, giving it a vintage feel.
wackster1

Bring back New Year’s Eve hats from the ’60s.

10. Evening drinks in Paris

A man and woman sit at an outdoor café table, talking closely. The woman wears a knit hat and holds a cigarette. Wine glasses and a decanter are on the table. City life and advertising signs are visible in the background.
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There’s nothing more romantic than having a glass of wine in Paris.

11. Marpessa Dawn and her husband Eric in Paris, 1960

A man in a trench coat and a woman in a patterned shawl sit close together at an outdoor café table with coffee cups, smiling, while city buildings and cars line the street behind them.
oldsoul8789

That looks like the most comfortable sweater ever.

12. Having a drink in Paris, 1966

Three women in colorful 1960s-style outfits sit at a café table with drinks and cigarettes, smiling. Men in suits sit at nearby tables in the dimly lit, vintage-styled café.
contempest

The color coordination is incredible.

13. A street scene at Montmartre, Paris, 1969

A young couple holding hands crosses a cobblestone street in front of a café-restaurant in a historic European neighborhood, with other pedestrians and classic buildings in the background.
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The streets of Paris will forever be some of the coolest in the world.

14. Françoise Hardy, Paris, 1967

A woman in a shiny, gold square-patterned dress stands confidently between two uniformed guards in front of an ornate building entrance.
mrchill1979

In this photo, she’s wearing an iconic Paco Rabanne dress.

15. Photo of a French Girl, 1968

A woman with blonde hair in a light coat and red knee-high socks stands on a leaf-covered sidewalk by parked cars and trees on an autumn day in the city.
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16. Paris, early 1960s

A woman in a white dress speaks to a man in a suit beside a newsstand on a city street, with a café called "Le Métro" and people seated outside in the background.
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17. Stylish couple roller skating in Paris, early ’60s

A man in a suit and a woman in a long coat joyfully roller skate together outdoors, holding hands and smiling, with a grand historic building in the background.
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This looks like a scene out of a movie.

18. Twin sisters admiring the Eiffel Tower

Two women in mid-20th-century dresses stand on a rooftop in front of the Eiffel Tower, leaning on a railing and smiling, with their skirts playfully lifted by the wind, showing petticoats and high heels.
spencermcc

For some reason, dresses like this are the funniest thing in the world.

19. Walking an anteater in Paris

A man in a suit holding a cane stands near a subway entrance, walking a large anteater on a leash. Several surprised onlookers gather around, watching the unusual scene on a city street.
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20. In front of Notre Dame Cathedral, 1960

A man in a gray suit and beret stands by a stone railing near a river, with Notre-Dame Cathedral visible in the background on a bright, partly cloudy day in Paris.
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Want to see more vintage content from the ’60s?

Check out these 35 Vintage Photos of the 1960s, or take a look at 20 Family Photos from the 1960s That Capture the True Spirit of the ’60s. Finally, if you want to take a look at 1960s Hollywood, check out 20 Colorized Photos of Hollywood From the 1960s.

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