A Guide to Carolyn Bessette Kennedy's Style
She was the effortless and chic '90s style icon
When it comes to the Kennedy clan, it’s often Jackie who you think of when the word ‘style’ is added to the conversation, but it would be remiss to only think of her. Jackie's preppy, timeless, and classic style was certainly adored and continues to be marveled at, but it’s nothing in comparison to the increasing popularity of her daughter-in-law’s minimalist style.
A style icon in her own right, long before marrying JFK Jr., Carolyn-Bessette Kennedy worked as a publicist at Calvin Klien and created a name for herself in the fashion world. Almost three decades after her death, her effortless, and chic street style has only increased in popularity. As the simple looks of the ‘90s begin to captivate Gen Z’s heart, it’s Bessette-Kennedy’s style that many have fallen in love with. If you’re also falling hard and fast for her style, take note of the details and style secrets that make her look effortless, we’ve rounded up the four main tricks below!
1. Pop on some jeans
Many of Carolyn Besstte-Kennedy’s style staples relied on a good pair of jeans. She didn’t lean into the later ‘90s look of skinny jeans, but she rather embraced denim with a comfortable and worn-in silhouette. When trying to emulate her style, pop on a pair of jeans with a simple shirt, and 9/10 times you’ll be good to go!
2. Focus on neutrals
Carolyn Kennedy’s style had a heavy focus on neutrals. She particularly wore blacks, tans, whites, and navies. These colors were very simple and muted, which allowed her to mix and match the basics she already had in her closet.
3. A good coat is everything
Living in New York, outerwear is truly what elevated Carolyn Kennedy’s style– particularly in the wintertime! She often opted for trench coat silhouettes in darker colors so she could pair them with the rest of her wardrobe with ease.
4. Embrace hair accessories
To add a little extra detail to her style (or maybe just to keep her hair out of her face) it seems that Carolyn Kennedy often played with different hair accessories from headbands to hair scarves. These added details were often the only colorful additions to her outfit.
5. Flats can be chic!
When it comes to elegant style, there seems to be a misconception that you need to wear a little bit of a heel to be chic. Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy’s style proves this wrong. In many of her outfits, she wore flats, mules, or even flip-flops! This helped to lend to the effortless look of her aesthetic.
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