Forget White Tees—Jeans and Ballet Flats Look Chicest With This Pretty Top Trend

The perfect anti-basic to dress up any denim outfit.

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Actress Dakota Johnson attends Calvin Klein fashion show during New York Fashion Week on February 13, 2026 in New York City.
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Wearing a white T-shirt with jeans is as classic as it gets. Think James Dean or, better yet, Jane Birkin vibes. But it isn't the only white top in your arsenal when jeans are involved. An arguably prettier alternative is available to you as well, and Dakota Johnson just proved how effective it can be.

The actress was spotted in Los Angeles on Sunday with singer Role Model. The two were heading to a party at Jeremy Allen White's home, sipping iced coffees in effortless weekend ensembles. Role Model donned a baseball cap, a white linen shirt worn loose and unbuttoned at the top, and a pair of black jeans with loafers. Johnson chose the sold-out Dôen blouse Katie Holmes recently wore (also with jeans), light-wash jeans, and ballet flats as well as Prada sunglasses and The Row's Astra bag in red. It was a perfect early spring outfit—one that will be replicated by thousands in the coming months. Why? Because her dainty white blouse is the perfect partner for vintage jeans and ballet flats, creating an easy outfit that's too good not to copy.

Dakota Johnson and Role Model step out in Los Angeles. The pair attended a party at the home of Jeremy Allen White. Johnson wore a white blouse, jeans, and black flats.

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On Dakota Johnson: The Row Round Ballet Flat ($850) and bag; Dôen Frederica Top ($168)

Boho blouses, like Johnson's, come back every spring like clockwork, and every time, they sell out in droves. Shoppers flock to brands like Dôen to find versions that feel like pieces you can purchase at a flea market in Paris. The fabric is billowy and delicate with intricate details and lace accents that combine to create an awe-inspiring garment that's sure to draw compliments. That soft energy complements heavy, non-stretch denim to a T, and ballet flats bring this outfit formula together. It's comfortable yet put-together, and for spring, there's no better pairing.

Below, shop Johnson's look before true spring arrives and all the good boho blouses are long sold out.

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Eliza Huber
Eliza Huber
Associate Editorial Director

Eliza Huber is currently the Associate Editorial Director at Who What Wear. She joined the company in 2021 as a fashion editor after starting her career as a writer at Refinery29, where she worked for four years. During her time at WWW, she launched Go Sports, the publication's sports vertical, and published four (and counting) quarterly issues tied to the WNBA, Formula One, and more. She also created two franchises, Let's Get a Room and Ways to Wear; profiled Dakota Fanning, Diane Kruger, Katie Holmes, Gracie Abrams, and Sabrina Carpenter for WWW's monthly cover features; and reported on new seasonal trends, up-and-coming designers, and celebrity style.