

The French tuck is also known to some as a “one-hand tuck” or a “half-tuck.” It’s a compromise between tucking a loose shirt into your pants and letting it all hang out. But let’s not get ahead of ourselves –– what exactly is a French tuck? And how do you achieve the perfect one?īefore we get into a step-by-step guide, let’s answer some commonly asked questions regarding the French tuck. It is the perfect blend of elegant and casual and can transform a simple outfit from a little drab to just the right fab.

Let me know if these tips were helpful or if you have any tips I didn’t include.The women’s French tuck should be a tool in everybody’s day-to-day arsenal of styling methods. I also linked some sweaters below in case you’re in the market. Instead, I’d wear leggings or skinnies and let the sweater be completely untucked for a more casual feel. You’ll want to avoid anything too bulky and with a long hem. Some sweaters are just not meant to be tucked. TIP FIVE // Not all sweaters are made for tucking You can see I’ve styled outfits with and without belts – it just depends on what kind of look you’re going for. My answer is no, but it’s really personal preference. I’ve gotten some questions about whether or not you have to be wearing a belt to tuck in a sweater. TIP FOUR // You don’t have to be wearing a belt It’s the same concept as the bra tuck, it just works for slightly shorter sweaters. Second, if your sweater isn’t long enough to tuck your bra, another option is to wear a skinny belt around your natural waist under your sweater and tuck the sweater up and under the belt. First, if your sweater is long enough, you simply take your hem and tuck it up under your bra.
#A french tuck how to#
One of the best tips I’ve learned over the years is how to avoid bulk in your midsection when tucking in a sweater. The shorter hem will you avoid bulk and the slightly wider French tuck will show off the embellishment. If you have jeans like this (or any pants/a skirt with embellishments at the waist), I recommend going for a sweater with a shorter hem and tucking it just a bit wider. The fly itself makes a statement so I didn’t want it and the sweater competing too much. You can see in the image at the top I’m wearing jeans with a button fly.

TIP TWO // Highlight details on your pants It gives off that chic, effortless vibe I think we all aim for. What this means is you only tuck in a few inches of your sweater in the center front.
#A french tuck full#
A full tuck all the way around has its place, but when it comes to sweaters, the French tuck is your best friend. This is the most important thing to know and master when tucking in your sweater. After years of trying to find the best solution, I’m happy to share five tips below that I think will help!

The only reason I probably know is because I’m constantly trying on different outfits to share with you all, so unless you spend lots of time playing and styling, it can be a tricky thing to figure out – especially with all the different bottoms out there from trousers to denim to skirts. I completely understand the dilemma here. One of the most-asked questions I’ve gotten this winter is my secret for tucking in sweaters.
