Originating from the dialect of Marseille, France, “cagole” has a pejorative connotation describing an overly extroverted girl wearing flashy, attention-grabbing, and even provocative garments.
With roots in the sunny Mediterranean port city of Marseille and its diverse culture, the Cagole way of dressing comprises miniskirts, tops that contour the body, golden accessories, stiletto heels, and loud designer brands.
As a visual message, the Cagole style challenges conventional sartorial norms, signaling, on the one hand, rebellion against the understated French chic fashion styles, like BCBG, and pride in the working-class roots.
1. Cagole Babe
The Cagole Babe (or bébé in French) outfit is a youthful and sensual interpretation of the classic Cagole aesthetic.
Start with a pink bralette over a black tube top, reinforcing the style’s proclivity for layered, body-contouring clothes.
Wear a mini skirt by Ed Hardy, renowned for its tattoo-inspired prints, relevant to the rebellious spirit of the Cagole style.
Wear Ugg Classic Mini Ankle Boots and accessorized with golden hoop earrings and a pink satin scrunchie to showcase a confident and provocative self.
2. Cagole Blanche-Neige
The Blanche-Neige (Snow White in English) outfit idea depicts Cagole styling through a winter-inspired lens.
Start with a white pleated mini skirt from Sandro and a V-neck cropped cami top by Majestic Filatures, a brand renowned for sumptuous basics.
Add a long-sleeved shrug by The Kooples, accessories like a white fur bucket hat by Maison Michel, and fur leg warmers from Isabel Marant for a sophisticated vibe.
Complete with a pair of white suede platform sneakers from Isabel Marant and a chunky silver necklace with an ‘Easy Money’ pendant from Cartier as a statement of luxury.
3. Sporty Cagole
The Sporty Cagole outfit reflects the style’s penchant for blending sportswear apparel with daring garments and accessories.
Start with a pink leopard print bra from Chantelle, a French lingerie brand known for cheeky but luxurious designs.
Pair it with a baby pink cropped cami from Lacoste and a Preppy-like Le Coq Sportif pleated skirt for a dash of provocative feel.
Complete the look with a pair of Balenciaga Triple S clear sole trainers in pink for a touch of street refinement.
Similar Styles to Cagole
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A University of Oxford graduate in Design History, Katherine Saxon is researching arising TikTok cultures from a consumer psychology perspective while covering emerging aesthetics in fashion and beauty for TheVOU, Forbes, Business Insider, and more.
