Easy, effortless everyday outfit ideas are what most women find their way into my inbox for. The kind of outfits that can be worn on repeat, with a simple swap of a shoe or top to carry them through the seasons—a failsafe combination being the ultimate goal. So as soon as I find one, it goes straight onto my metaphorical moodboard. And Katie Holmes's most recent stroll around New York has shot to the top of that list.
Four core elements lay the foundations—jeans, a shirt, sandals and a carry-all tote—meaning this outfit is far from groundbreaking. But the simplest looks, I've found, consistently get the most love. Especially the ones you can make your own.
