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Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse

Not black, not brown, Jennifer Lawrence proves that this underrated neutral is universally flattering and always in style

Jennifer Lawrence wearing navy outfit on January 7, 2026 in New York City.

Is navy blue the new black? It’s a question that’s been on my mind since Jennifer Lawrence was spotted in an all navy ensemble back at the beginning of January. It would be a big ask to replace black as the most fashionable hue of all; however, most people underestimate the power of this shade.

Minimalist and sophisticated, navy ensembles are just as chic, if not more so, than black, and this neutral hue is extremely elegant. Wearable from AM to PM, this inky colourway is just that bit lighter than black, making it universally flattering, even close to your face, whereas black can sometimes be draining.

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