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Katie Holmes Is Proving The Most Simple Outfits Sometimes Work The Hardest
Katie Holmes has always had a knack for of making the simplest outfits look good. Even when her outfits are rooted in basics, she manages to make them look stylish and entirely her own. That quality has been on full display during the filming of her latest project, Happy Hours , filmed in New York City.
Between scenes, Holmes has been spotted in a series of effortlessly cool looks, many courtesy of one of her favourite labels, R13. The New York based brand is known for its grungy, downtown aesthetic, a perfect match for both Holmes's personal style and the character she's portraying. The result is a wardrobe that feels natural, practical, and quintessentially New York.
There's also a touch of nostalgia woven into her outfits. Holmes has been reaching for her Chloé Paddington, the iconic It bag of the mid 2000s, which adds a Y2K slant to her otherwise contemporary wardrobe. Combined with dungarees, patchwork denim, and lived in flannels, the styling suggests a character who's grounded yet fashion aware, someone with a wardrobe built on familiar staples rather than fleeting trends.
On set, the sidewalk has become her runway, and Holmes has delivered a steady stream of inspiration for those drawn to unfussy, character driven style. Below we've selected a few of our favourite outfits we've seen on set.
The gradient flannel, also R13, taps into the brand's signature grunge roots. Oversized and slouchy, it has that 'borrowed from a friend' or worn in quality, lending authenticity to her character's New Yorker vibe. 1.
R13, Beige Relaxed Work Shirt 2.
Mint Velvet, Aria Boots
Her patchwork jeans from R13 make a similar case for statement denim, and what better time than now because printed jeans are everywhere. With flowers and butterflies stitched together, they are statement yet wearable, the kind of jeans that brings texture and edge to a simple outfit. 3.
H&M, Poplin Shirt
Price: £18.79 (was £21.99) 4.
R13, Patchwork Jeans
In her arsenal there's a printed Isabel Marant dress, which she's layered over trousers - a combination that nods to the current dress over trousers trend. With its boho leaning print, it brings variety and femininity to her denim heavy rotation, rounding out her on set wardrobe with ease. 5.
Marant Etoile, Maggy Printed Cotton Midi Dress
Her denim dungarees are relaxed but polished and the overalls channel '90s ease. Teamed with tan worn in boots and a layered top, they strike the right balance between practical and cool. 6.
R13, Blue D'Arcy Overalls
Holmes also experimented with a red flannel look, which stood out for its bolder check. While still casual, it injected a punch of colour into her otherwise muted wardrobe, proving there is still power in plaid. 7.
Levi, Western Harlie Flannel Shirt 8.
Reformation, Calie Tank 9.
Chloé Paddington Bag
Doên is a classic celebrity favourite, this exact top that Katie has on, is loved by Taylor Swift too. As always, Katie kept the styling unfussy: pairing the the lace soft poppy blouse with relaxed jeans, ballet flats (very much back in fashion), and the well-worn Chloé Paddington bag - that she's been wearing again and again. 10.
Doên Traveller Poppy Field Blouse 11.
H&M, Tailored Trousers
Together, the looks show Holmes at her best: blending nostalgia with modern ease, grounding statement pieces with basics, and turning the streets of New York into a runway without ever looking like she's trying too hard.
Renee Washington , Grazia's digital fashion and beauty writer, lives online. With a penchant for wispy lashes and streetwear, she writes about the worlds of fashion and beauty from the viewpoint of the modern fashion girlie..
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