Jennifer Lopez Finds a Fresh Summer Maxi Skirt
Lopez is no stranger to a good maxi skirt (both on and off the red carpet) and it's no wonder why, given the piece is an easy, flowy summer staple. But her latest choice proved to be quite chic. Lopez opted for a khaki Christian Dior style that features an asymmetric hemline, smart pleating, and a thick laced-up waistline. It's like half skirt, half corset: Do we call it a skorset?
J.Lo has always loved a good maxi skirt
Whatever we name the hybrid, one thing is for sure: It certainly strikes the right balance of dressy and structured, yet effortless. Still, this being a J.Lo outfit, some diva-worthy accessories were in order, like a giant pair of aviator shades and stacks of expensive-looking gold jewelry. She also gets bonus points for her 'Jennifer' plaque necklace—we love a custom piece!—and matching gold flip-flops. Sure, she could have rocked the skorset and called it a day, but why stop there?
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