Is A White Shirt, Jeans, And Sneakers The Best Outfit Of All Time? Let’s Investigate.
Untrendy and yet, the coolest thing we ever wear.
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by The Candidly Team
Do we write about Jennifer Aniston too much? We think not.
As over-40 ladies, it’s just so refreshing to see someone our age come out year after year with untrendy, understated, chic style that still feels cool and relevant and almost effortless.
But unlike HERE, HERE HERE and HERE, this article isn’t about Jen. Well, it’s not just about Jen.
It’s about a certain classic outfit template for which she’s become the poster child. Take a look at what we mean:
Image: Instagram | @jenniferaniston
Image: Instagram | @jenniferaniston
Image: Getty | James Devaney
The formula is this: white top (Jen’s is usually a tank) + loose-fit jeans + minimalist white sneaks.
That’s it.
But what it adds up to is maybe the most unflappable and foolproof, cool-girl-at-every-age outfit of all time.
Now, as you can imagine, because it’s so minimalist, every single piece has to be perfect. I’s all about fit and proportions and boring things that turn good outfits into iconic ones.
So, here’s exactly what you need to repeat Jen’s 1,2,3 top, sneaks, jeans formula yourself.
1. THE JEANS
What Jen Wears
WHAT: AG Billie Low Rise Straight Leg Jeans*
Why We Love It: Proportions are everything with this look, so the jeans need be extra elongating. Jen can often be seen in relaxed AG jeans but we discovered this pair all on our own and wrote about them HERE (with original photos, of course). They fit in that magical, slouchy, leg-skimming way we always dream of and make our butts look their best. They’re the kind of jeans you invest in once and wear forever, because, yes, they are an investment, but a worthy one if you’re goal in life is to find perfect jeans.
Price: $265
Our (More Affordable) Pick
WHAT: Madewell Super Stretch Denim Wide Leg Jeans*
Why We Love It: These jeans give every shape of human longer-looking legs. They’re gloriously high-waisted and have a good amount of stretch to smooth and accommodate all our curves.
Price: $148
Our Favorite Cropped
WHAT: AG Hattie Crop Jeans*
Why We Love It: If you’re going for more of a cropped look, we can’t say enough good things about these jeans. I mean we rarely shut up about them these days. That barrel shape is very slimming, and they make every minimalist outfit we wear suddenly look completely styled.
Price: $255
2. The TANK
What Jen Wears
WHAT: Perfectwhitetee Annie Long*
Why We Love It: A fitted white tank is supremely flattering on our feminine curves, and it balances a baggier bottom. We’re not shocked to find that much of Jen’s exquisite ribbed tank collection comes from Perfectwhitetee. Their tanks fit like they’ve been molded to your body, holding everything in and framing your arms/chest/tum to perfection.
Price: $65
Our (More Affordable) Pick
WHAT: COS Ribbed-Cotton Round-Neck Tank Top*
Why We Love It: Covers the old bra straps and fits like a glove.
Price: $25
3. THE TEE
What Jen Wears
WHAT: Perfectwhitetee Sheryl Recycled Cotton Baby Tee*
Why We Love It: If you’re more of a t-shirt gal, this one is buttery soft and has that not-too-long, not-too-short, not-too boxy, 90s shape that’s gorj with denim.
Price: $75
Our (More Affordable) Pick
WHAT: Madewell Perfect Crewneck T-Shirt*
Why We Love It: Another classic option with an intelligent fit.
Price: $42
4.THE BUTTON-DOWN
What Jen Wears
WHAT: Theory Classic Fitted Button-Up Shirt*
Why We Love It: Theory does tailoring very, very well, so it’s no wonder Jen An and other sophisticated celebs flock to the brand for crisp, cotton button-downs. This one has actual stretch so we can move freely even though it’s more fitted. Tucked into jeans, you’re already wearing the universal uniform for chicness.
Price: $225
Our (More Affordable) Pick
WHAT: Madewell Easy Y-Neck Poplin Button-Up Shirt*
Why We Love It: Look at the collar. Look at the sleeve. Two words: Quiet. Luxury.
Price: $88
5. The WHITE SNEAKS
What Jen Wears
WHAT: Common Project Tournament Low-Top Super Platform Sneakers*
Why We Love It: Minimalist white sneaks are like the Grace Kelly of footwear. Jen’s been known to stroll around in this leather pair with a platform sole, and they look inarguably great with jeans.
Price: $323
Our (More Affordable) Pick
WHAT: Keds® Skyler Platform Sneaker*
Why We Love It: You know what? Keds are classic, and we adore the extra inches this pair gives us.
Price: $80
BONUS: THE EXTRAS
Bonus: The Accessories
THE BLACK BLAZER*: - A blazer is the ideal piece of all-seasons outerwear to complete this look. Jen often wears hers shorter which gives your waist a more nipped appearance.
THE MINIMALIST NECKLACE*: Something about the square-shape makes it extra striking above a white top.
THE GOLD BANGLE*: Double up on these for some added zhuzh.
THE TOTE*: Keep it clean, classic, real leather, but not stupidly expensive.
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