This Is the Model-Off-Duty Staple of 2016
You've probably noticed by now that there's a model-off-duty "look" that consists of certain brands, outfit formulas, trends, and recurring pieces. It's not that they all want to dress alike, per se. Given their vocation, models have some of the best style around (hence the reason we're all on a constant mission to emulate them).
They have their pick of the coolest pieces and are in the know about the biggest current and future trends. Additionally, they tend to gravitate toward comfortable clothing when they're not working, which is why they can't help but wear pieces like leggings. And what pairs perfectly with leggings and skinny jeans? An oversize denim jacket, of course. It provides a bit of coverage and balances out the slimness of the pants.
We've seen more models than we can count as of late wearing their oversize denim jackets on repeat. From Bella Hadid to Karlie Kloss, we rounded up a few of our favorite instances where models have used an oversize denim jacket to amp up that cool factor they all consistently seem to achieve so effortlessly.
Check them out below, and be sure to shop our oversize denim jacket picks at the end!
On Rosie Huntington-Whiteley: Mother Brother Denim Jacket ($275); Gucci Dionysus GG Supreme Shoulder Bag ($3400); Paige Denim Verdugo Ultra Skinny Jeans ($199); Balenciaga boots.
On Elsa Hosk: Fendi handbag.
On Kendall Jenner: Alexander Wang Daze Oversized Denim Jacket ($450); Daniel Patrick Oversized Tee ($120); Kenneth Cole Kam Sneakers ($120).
On Karlie Kloss: Mother jacket; Repetto Cendrillon Ballet Flats ($295).
On Bella Hadid: Re/Done Levi's The High Rise Shorts ($175); Nike Air Force 1 Mid 07 Leather Sneakers ($95).
WHO: Liu Wen
On Alessandra Ambrosio: Re/Done Levi's jacket; T by Alexander Wang Striped T-Shirt ($131); Anine Bing Moto Leather Skirt ($499); Common Projects Leather Achilles Low-Top Sneakers ($435).
WHO: Behati Prinsloo
On Bella Hadid: Zara jacket; Frame Denim Le High Straight-Leg Cropped Jeans in Thrasher ($239); Rag & Bone boots.
Shop the model-off-duty staple of 2016:
Roll the sleeves up to expose the cool lining.
We highly recommend you take advantage of Madewell's monogramming services for $10 extra.
ASOS is one of our favorite sources for oversize denim jackets.
This designer splurge features so many special details.
Mix it up with a cool black version.
This option from Mother's new gender-neutral collection is perfection.
H&M's take on the style is so unique.Check out how fashion girls make their denim jackets look even cooler.
Allyson is a senior editor for Who What Wear. She joined the company in 2014 as co-founder Katherine Power's executive assistant and over the years has written hundreds of stories for Who What Wear. Prior to her career in fashion, Allyson worked in the entertainment industry at companies such as Sony Pictures Television. Allyson is now based in Raleigh, North Carolina, and is originally from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She holds a BFA in theater. Her path to fashion may not have been linear, but based on the number of fashion magazines she collected as a child and young adult, it was meant to be.
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