Art of Style

How To Master Off-Duty Style Like Zoë, Kendall & Co.

These stylish women always captivate on the red carpet and front row, but it’s their downtime outfits we all want to replicate. Read on to discover how it’s done…

Words Georgina LucasFashion editor Millie Parry
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Kendall Jenner

Kendall Jenner

An effortless blend of LA-cool and French-girl elegance make up the crux of Kendall Jenner’s off-duty outfits. With the help of her stylist Dani Michelle, the model and entrepreneur has carved a signature look that’s always on point yet surprisingly easy to replicate. First, lay the foundations with a pair of wide-leg jeans, like Agolde’s NET SUSTAIN-approved ‘Arc’ style, and simple tank – Nili Lotan’s ‘Jennifer’ might just be the perfect silhouette. A capacious tote is a Kendall staple – Valesque’s is beautifully minimal and will carry everything you need. Meanwhile, satin ballet flats will elevate everything – see Le Monde Béryl’s ‘Luna’ pair in red.

Zoë Kravitz

The ultimate cool girl, Zoë Kravitz has mastered the art of downtime style that looks artfully thrown together, but still, together. Working with stylist Danielle Goldberg, her wardrobe is a carefully curated high-low mix, underpinned by sleek basics, with a playful note, often accessorized with her signature oval-frame sunglasses. The Row is a constant in Kravitz’s wardrobe. The brand is a master of precision cutting and beautiful fabrics, and, like Kravitz, understands the versatile power of a well-tailored pair of black jeans. Take note by styling their ‘Finbar’ design with a faded slogan tee – Mother’s ‘The Lil Goodie’ in butter-soft cotton delivers vintage LA cues – and heeled mules instead of sneakers for an elevated finish.

Zoë Kravitz
Eva Chen

Eva Chen

As head of fashion at Instagram, Eva Chen knows a thing or two about eye-catching styling. A true sartorial chameleon, one of the things that makes Chen’s style so hypnotic is her variety – from bold, colorful looks to pared-back minimalism, her wide-ranging closet combines emerging brands with established houses, always accessorized with a smile. The thread that runs through her style is a playful, mix-and-match approach. Layer Jil Sander’s cobalt-blue ribbed-knit jersey sweater over Loewe’s bold-red turtleneck for a double pop of color, then keep the rest of your look classic – think wide-leg indigo jeans by Khaite and Toteme’s minimal black jacket.

Lisa Aiken

Lisa Aiken

As executive fashion and beauty director at Vogue.com, Lisa Aiken has impeccable fashion credentials, so it’s no surprise her off-duty looks regularly catch the eye of street-style snappers. Balancing timeless elegance with a modern sensibility, Aiken relies on elegant investment pieces in a pared-back palette. Think jeans, heels and a bold sweater, or streamlined skirt, cardigan and flats. Butter-yellow may be the color to wear right now, but the dependable shade is also a classic (same for tomato-red). &Daughter’s cardigan is part of our NET SUSTAIN edit, and the perfect partner to Ami Paris’s crisp A-line midi – a white skirt is the ultimate versatile warm-weather pick. Finish with Khaite’s practical and polished ‘Lamb’ leather clutch.

Jennifer Lawrence

These days Jennifer Lawrence’s street style is as well-documented as her red-carpet looks – and for good reason. Working with stylist Jamie Mizrahi, the Oscar-winning actor is regularly spotted in New York wearing polished everyday staples by the likes of The Row, Khaite and Toteme, which all have an easy, throw-on-and-go feel. The secret to nailing her look? Layering pieces. Whether she’s wearing a bold sweater and pants or a lightweight trench with a T-shirt, the result is always chic. Auralee excels at pared-back pieces in beautiful fabrics, such as this cashmere sweater. Wear it with The Row’s ‘Essentials’ wide-leg pants and a Jacquemus cap to channel Lawrence’s signature insouciance.

Jennifer Lawrence

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