COMBINATIONS THAT NEVER FAIL — A Note on Style
J.Crew patch pocket jeans; flat sandals
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The second is a poplin shirt with jeans, which needs little explanation. Straightforward, but the details matter. I like the shirt oversized, unbuttoned, sleeves rolled, and tucked in. I want it to project a relaxed vibe and those small adjustments are what make the difference between looking effortless and overthought. I’m wearing the Celia jean from Nili Lotan – a brand I consistently rely on for fit, style and quality. The medium rise hugging the hips lands perfectly to contain the volume of the shirt, while the wide leg skims without clinging. A low heel helps create an elongated look. Adding a belt is optional.
Wearing a shirt open is an invitation to play with necklaces. I almost always layer a few chains with either pearls, diamonds or beads. It all depends on my mood. With a stack of necklaces, I keep the earrings simple and close to the ear. I’m asked about the Odette every time I wear them.
Shirt; jeans; necklaces: pearls, fire opal, gold link chain
Poplin shirts are a closet essential I’ve been collecting for years. They’re a year-round basic worn layered under sweaters, as a cover-up, and always with jeans. A reader recently asked for options under $200, and there are plenty of good ones. COS and Madewell are reliable at that price point, and Veronica Beard is worth a look for something a little more structured.
Nili Lotan, Veronica Beard, Jamie Haller, Madewell
The best part of having a few trustworthy combinations like these is eliminating the stress of what to wear. These pairings consistently do that for me.