How to Re-Create Taylor Russell's Jeans-and-Jacket Outfit on a Budget

published 29 August 2024

If celebrity style is your thing then Taylor Russell has probably been on your radar for a while now. Whilst I'll always fawn over her red carpet looks, it's her off-duty outfits that have cemented her as a style icon in my book. Arriving in Italy this week for the Venice Film Festival, Russell wore a very chic travel outfit that I'm desperate to re-create. Styling a relaxed pair of straight-leg jeans and a roomy leather jacket, the look has just become my template for early-autumn style.

Taylor Russell wearing jeans, a leather and mules

Having mastered the art of crafting a low-effort, high-impact look, Russell's styling formula utilised wardrobe basics to their full advantage. Her mid-wash, straight-leg jeans are the kind most fashion people have had in their wardrobes for years, and her faded black leather jacket looked as though it could have been a trusty companion for a while. Adding a polished twist to her look, she swapped trending trainers for a pair of strappy kitten heels and ditched a tote in favour of a sleek burgundy shoulder bag. The final flourish came from the silk scarf she used to sweep her hair off her face, punctuating the outfit with a glamorous edge.

I've managed to track down near replicas of Russell's hero buys to help you copy her look on a high-street budget. Read on to shop them below.

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Bold Rectangular-Frame Sunglasses in Black

These also come in a dusty pink shade.

BDG

Bob Black Faux Leather Jacket

Shop this whilst it's on sale.

H&M

Slim Straight High Ankle Jeans

Every great wardrobe starts with a pair of straight-leg jeans.

Zara

Strappy Leather Sandals With Bow

Kitten heels are firmly back on the agenda.

Mango

Geometric Printed Foulard

Style this around your hair à la Russell or wear it as a pretty neck tie.

Mango

Shoulder Bag With Buckles in Burgundy

Trust me: this won't be in stock for long.

Natalie Munro is Who What Wear UK’s news writer. Having worked in the fashion industry since her time at university—where she obtained a BA in Journalism from University of the Arts London, Natalie's experience spans journalistic and styling roles. In the early stages of her career Natalie predominately worked on editorial shoots for fashion publications such as British Vogue, Vogue Ukraine, AnOther Magazine and Elle UK, before moving into journalism roles.

On completion of her degree she interned in the editorial team at British Vogue and later went on to freelance for the publication. Here, she developed her interest in reporting on the latest fashion news and trends. Inspired by the dynamic nature of the industry, Natalie went on to write for other lifestyle and fashion brands and publications before taking on the role as News Writer for Who What Wear.

With an interest in uncovering the latest fashion trends, Natalie takes a leading role in identifying news for Who What Wear UK. Focusing on trends on and off the runway, as well as street style and celebrity fashion, Natalie reports on a daily basis, ensuring that she remains ahead of the trends. Natalie also creates content for Who What Wear’s social channels including TikTok and Instagram on a weekly basis.