From L.A. to NYC: 6 Outfit Formulas Celebrities Are Wearing Right Now
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The relentless churn of celebrity style reporting can often feel like background noise, a constant stream of fleeting trends and disposable inspiration. However, the recent piece highlighting six outfit formulas favored by celebrities—Addison Rae, Apple Martin, Elsa Hosk, Hailey Bieber, Kaia Gerber, and Zoë Kravitz—offers a glimpse into a quietly shifting aesthetic landscape. It's not about chasing the newest “it” item, but rather a distillation of personal style into repeatable, accessible looks. The emphasis on items likely already residing in one's closet speaks to a growing desire for mindful consumption and a move away from the hyper-consumerism that previously defined celebrity influence. This aligns perfectly with the current cultural conversation around quiet luxury and intentional living, a space we’ve explored previously with articles like Free People Has Some Seriously Tempting Fall Arrivals–These 21 Specific Items Are Undeniably Chic, reflecting a broader shift toward enduring style over fleeting trends.
What's particularly interesting is the *type* of celebrity being highlighted. While mega-stars still command attention, there's a noticeable elevation of figures whose style is perceived as more understated and authentic. Think Zoë Kravitz’s effortlessly cool androgyny, or Elsa Hosk’s Scandinavian minimalism. These women aren’t defined by overt displays of wealth or brand loyalty, but rather by a curated sense of self. This resonates with our audience who value authenticity and self-expression over superficiality. The article’s suggestion of recreating these looks with existing wardrobe pieces reinforces this sentiment, democratizing style and making it feel less aspirational and more achievable. The focus on foundational pieces – well-fitting denim, classic outerwear, simple separates – echoes the principles of building a versatile and enduring wardrobe, something we’ve also discussed in relation to Hailey Bieber’s beauty routines, as seen in When She's Not Using Rhode, Hailey Bieber Uses *This* Kylie Jenner–Approved Lip Liner. It's about refining what you already have, not constantly acquiring more.
The move towards these "formulas" also signifies a broader evolution in how we consume fashion content. The era of scroll-stopping, maximalist looks is giving way to a more considered, digestible approach. People are seeking practical inspiration, not just fleeting visual stimulation. They want to understand *how* to put things together, not simply be presented with a series of unattainable outfits. This shift is mirrored in the growing popularity of “capsule wardrobe” concepts and the rise of personal stylists who emphasize longevity and versatility. The piece’s inclusion of ballet flats, championed by Kendall Jenner, further exemplifies this trend—a classic, timeless shoe experiencing a resurgence, as highlighted in Take a Bow, Ballet Flats—Kendall Jenner Is Committed to Having a Flip-Flops Fall, demonstrating a deliberate rejection of fleeting footwear fads in favor of enduring elegance. It's a subtle but significant change in the cultural conversation around style.
Ultimately, this focus on repeatable outfit formulas and understated celebrity style points toward a broader cultural recalibration. The emphasis is shifting from chasing trends to cultivating a personal aesthetic—one that is both refined and deeply individual. It’s about owning your style, not being owned by it. This quiet confidence, this sense of effortless chic, is precisely what our audience seeks – a style that reflects an inner sense of self-assuredness and intentionality. As we move further into a world saturated with visual noise, will this trend towards understated elegance and accessible style continue to gain momentum, or will the pendulum swing back towards maximalism and fleeting trends? It’s a question worth watching closely, as it reflects the evolving values and priorities of a generation seeking authenticity and enduring style.
With August almost over, I went through celebrity outfits from the past month to curate styling inspiration, with easy-to-recreate looks made up of items you likely already have in your closet.
In L.A., Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin's daughter, Apple, was out wearing a white cotton slip dress and ballet flats, and Elsa Hosk wore one as well, pairing hers with Chanel rain boots.
Addison Rae went to Sushi Fumi, one of the city's most popular restaurants, in a vintage Isabel Marant champagne silk halter mini dress and knee-high boots, while Hailey Bieber had on another trend we think will be big for fall: slipper shoes. And Kaia Gerber wore a perfect three-piece transitional outfit for the season ahead: a trench coat, capris, and ballet flats.
Over in NYC's Lower East Side, Zoë Kravitz sparked discourse in a simple white t-shirt and kick flares, leaving people guessing where her jeans are from.
Keep scrolling to see each outfit and shop the look, including brands like Aeyde, Chimi, Frankies Bikinis, Rue Sophie, and more.

In a recent TikTok by Elysia Berman, she addresses the speculation surrounding Kravitz's jeans in this photo. While guesses ranged from The Row's Fima or Riaco to EB Denim's Low-Rise Straight Jean and R13's Boy Straight-Leg Jeans, Berman revealed they're actually a pair of vintage Alexander Wang kick flares called the Trap Jean.
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Martin wore a white slip dress with camel-colored ballet flats, such as the Frankies Bikinis Summer Sonnet Satin Mini Dress and Repetto's Camille Ballet Flats in the shade Cuba Camel.
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Hosk also was in a simple white dress recently (her exact one is from the Marie Bow Dress from the Australian brand Laneway The Label), but wore hers with Chanel rain boots.
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This three-piece outfit formula is one of my most-worn going into fall, as seen on Kaia Gerber. Throw on a trench coat with capris and ballet flats and be out the door.
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Addison Rae's outfit proves how knee-high boots are one of the easiest shoes to pair with dresses when shifting from summer to fall.
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Back in February, Associate Editorial Director Eliza Huber wrote about Charvet Slippers, and Hailey Bieber just wore a similar style.
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