I Can't Fault Dakota Johnson's Simple Jeans-and-Flats Pairing
Dakota Johnson’s style is on fire right now, and I don’t expect anyone to disagree with me. From her monochromatic tailoring looks to her Cinderella shoe moment, the star has been pulling out all the style stops for her recent slew of appearances in conjunction with the promo tour for her latest acting gig, the film adaptation of Jane Austen’s acclaimed novel Persuasion.
Still, in a flurry of fancy and glamorous looks, many of which feature designer buys I could only dream of owning, Johnson was also spotted out and about wearing an uncomplicated, everyday ensemble that’s so pure in its simplicity I can’t help but want to steal it for myself.
On Johnson: Re/Done 70s High Rise Stove Pipe Straight-Leg Jeans (£265)
Sporting a pair of Re/Done's Stove Pipe jeans—a style our editors can (and have) vouched for—Dakota looked effortless as she paired them with a slightly slouchy-fitting white T-shirt and classic black horse-bit loafers. Backless ones at that.
Although I can’t say this look is groundbreaking or new, it does reinforce the idea that, in fashion, where trends can come and now at the drop of a hat, wardrobe basics such as this are forever and have everlasting appeal. Scroll on to shop Johnson’s go-to jeans below as well as other options for the rest of her outfit at every price point.
1. JEANS
The jeans both Johnson and our editors rate.
The cross-over fastening adds interest to classic denim.
Kendall Jenner has been wearing Khaite jeans on loop.
2. LOAFERS
If you fancy trying a backless pair like Johnson's, try these.
3. WHITE T-SHIRT
I’ll be adding this to my next COS order (most likely along with this dress).
When I need a T-shirt top-up, M&S is the first place I go.
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Maxine Eggenberger is Who What Wear UK’s deputy editor and has over thirteen years of experience in fashion journalism. She been creating engaging and elevated style content specifically for Who What Wear UK since 2018, covering runway reports, emerging trends, long-form features, self-styled shopping stories and columns, including her edit of the best new-in buys. She ensures the highest editorial standards are met across the site, leads the editorial team in their SEO strategy and keyword planning, works closely with the beauty team on content initiatives, represents the brand at industry events, and regularly contributes to social media, including her own Who What Wear UK TikTok franchise, French Style Fridays. Previously, Maxine appeared on ITV's This Morning in her own fashion segment and has interviewed countless celebrities—everyone from Victoria Beckham to Oscar winner Lupita Nyong’o.
Prior to Who What Wear UK, Maxine’s career began when, after completing her first-ever internship at Look magazine, she was offered a position on the brand's fashion desk. She accepted, leaving university a year early in the process. Her passion and natural talent for writing and styling meant she swiftly rose through the ranks to become the title's fashion news and commercial content editor, with a stint as InStyle.co.uk’s fashion and beauty writer along the way. She later served as Look’s acting Editor in Chief, overseeing both print and digital, before embarking on a successful freelance career, working with Grazia, The Pool, and Marie Claire amongst others.
Maxine is based remotely from her countryside home near Edinburgh where she spends her downtime renovating her house, walking her dogs, hosting friends and trying to master the art of making Old Fashioned cocktails.
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