It is no secret that Jennifer Lopez is a fashion connoisseur. Her impeccable style and taste leaves all of us wanting more. Recently, the Aint Your Mama singer got hitched to her long-time love interest, actor Ben Affleck. Since then, Jennifer spent her days honeymooning and celebrating her 53rd birthday in Paris.
A cursory look at the published street photographs of JLo’s outfits in Paris gives us a sense of whimsy and romance. The actress has been seen wearing flowy gowns and maxi dresses – an ode to Paris’s iconic fashion.
There is a reason why Paris is considered the fashion capital of the world. Since the time of Kind Louis XIV, French fashion has been emulated all over Europe, and the globe. As JLo stepped out into the French capital, she was seen paying homage to France’s classic looks, styles, and silhouettes.
There are certain basics, certain staples of French fashion that Jennifer has used to create these classic looks. Since it is nearly impossible for most of us to wear YSL, Gucci, and Oscar De La Renta on a regular basis, here are a few affordable basics that anyone can use to emulate JLo’s iconic looks.
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A good sturdy Denim
There is no substitute for a good pair of jeans. While most of us consider jeans as something we don’t really need to think too much about, the truth is the kind of jeans you wear can make or break your outfit.
When it comes to jeans, the sturdier the better. Most fashionistas agree that the higher the percentage of cotton in one’s jeans, the better they last. This does make the jeans a little more starchy and uncomfortable sometimes, but the final result can often compensate for the unpleasantness.
In the above picture, Jennifer is seen wearing J Brand Faded Denim Bootcut jeans.
Good alternatives to these jeans could be similar bootcut jeans from Levi’s. While Levi’s are not cheap per se, they are high quality for their price and tend to last much longer, giving a lower cost per use compared to cheaper alternatives.
Plus size women can also opt for alternatives from Gia, which can be found on TataCLIQ.
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A Black Dress
The idea of the “Little Black Dress” popularized by Coco Chanel in the 1920’s is a staple in fashion even today.
Every girl must have a black dress, even if it is the only dress she has. Black is a versatile colour. As the saying goes, “Black goes with everything”. Additionally, a black dress can be paired with other apparel and/or accessories to create any style one wishes to create.
In her honeymoon pictures, JLo opts for a body hugging Etochs black dress with cutouts on the side.
To be honest, there is no way one can do a black dress incorrectly. Any fit, any style, any silhouette ends up looking elegant on anyone.
Urbanic and Street Style Store have a wide range of affordable black dresses in nearly every size.
ONLY, Calvin Klein, H&M, and Marks & Spencer sell similar dresses for a little higher quality and price.
Additionally, such dresses can also be paired with body chains, corsets, or denim jackets to create a more edgy look.
Florals
For anyone with a keen interest in fashion, florals are an easy way to achieve an elevated outfit with relative ease.
For her honeymoon, Jenny wore floral dresses a couple of times. From Reformation to Dolce & Gabbana, these dresses are, however, not accessible to your everyday Jane. Any retailer and store will have some kind of floral dress in their stock. Particularly, H&M and Zara have a wide collection of dresses. A sustainable shopper can also check their local vintage store or local shops.
But, floral prints need not always be used in dresses. Neither do they need to always be in delicate, light colours. Many female members of the Grunge and Punk Rock fashion movements often wore black floral stockings or darker floral T-shirts and blouses as part of their wardrobes.
In fact, floral print need not only be a women’s wear staple. Floral shirts and blazers have the power to uplift an otherwise boring men’s wear look.
The reality of fashion is that even though trends can come and go, a strong sense of personal style and a thorough understanding of the basics can help one adapt wardrobe staples to any style.
Jennifer Lopez and her team show a keen understanding of this reality. Her outfits feel current yet timeless. As always, Jenny from the Block has impressed us all with her elegant looks. Here’s to more stunning outfits that inspire all of us to love the fashionista in us.
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