Off the red carpet is where Jennifer Lawrence’s style star really shines

The actress’s everyday looks are just as much of a breath of fresh air as she is.

Jonah Waterhouse

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June 15, 2023 - 12:59PM

Vogue Australia

<p>Jennifer Lawrence is a once-in-a-generation star—not just because she managed to tick off starring in a billion-dollar franchise, as well as an Oscar win and three nominations, all by the age of 25. Somehow, in our celebrity-obsessed world, the Kentuckian has managed to balance the pressures of stardom with maintaining a personal life, something her lack of a social media presence speaks to. It’s why, when she steps out to promote a project, we’re particularly glued to her fashion, which usually comprises of uncomplicated glamour with a sophisticated flair. </p>

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Jennifer Lawrence is a once-in-a-generation star—not just because she managed to tick off starring in a billion-dollar franchise, as well as an Oscar win and three nominations, all by the age of 25. Somehow, in our celebrity-obsessed world, the Kentuckian has managed to balance the pressures of stardom with maintaining a personal life, something her lack of a social media presence speaks to. It’s why, when she steps out to promote a project, we’re particularly glued to her fashion, which usually comprises of uncomplicated glamour with a sophisticated flair.

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In red-carpet terms, Lawrence is, at 32 years old, an unwilling veteran. Her first major appearance at the 2011 Oscars, in fitted red Calvin Klein, was the ultimate ‘who’s that girl?’ moment, and recently at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival, she tried her hand at a similar scarlet dress by Dior, with a ruffled bust and cape giving an old Hollywood edge. However, under the eye of stylist Jamie Mizrahi—who also counts Adele, Riley Keough and Nicole Richie as clients—Lawrence’s off-duty style is giving her red-carpet prowess a run for its money. Case in point: her choice of a diaphanous grey top and trousers by The Row during a recent outing, befitting the understated glamour the Olsen Twins’ cult brand is known for.

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In Alaïa at a photocall for her new film No Hard Feelings in summery Madrid this week, Lawrence was a picture of Euro elegance. Her flouncy shirted mini dress was given dimension by a leather belt, and she opted for the brand’s thick-heel leather pumps—on-trend, but still classic enough. Thick round-frame sunglasses were the sartorial cherry on top.

<p>The definition of ‘good style’ differs for everyone, but many would argue a major part is knowing what you like and sticking with it. It’s why Lawrence’s love of wearability and comfort is such a drawcard, even when she’s out with no film to promote: take the above look for strolling around NYC in March, with a slouchy-fit trench, trousers and platform shoes embodying ‘quiet luxury’ in the most natural way. What her outfits lack in colour, they make up for with playful silhouettes—her choice of a sculptural light beige dress from <a href="https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/fall-2023-ready-to-wear/loewe" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Loewe’s autumn/winter ’23/’24</a> collection being a more formal example—but even off the red carpet, Lawrence brings a kind of sophistication that doesn’t need to speak loudly. </p>

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The definition of ‘good style’ differs for everyone, but many would argue a major part is knowing what you like and sticking with it. It’s why Lawrence’s love of wearability and comfort is such a drawcard, even when she’s out with no film to promote: take the above look for strolling around NYC in March, with a slouchy-fit trench, trousers and platform shoes embodying ‘quiet luxury’ in the most natural way. What her outfits lack in colour, they make up for with playful silhouettes—her choice of a sculptural light beige dress from Loewe’s autumn/winter ’23/’24 collection being a more formal example—but even off the red carpet, Lawrence brings a kind of sophistication that doesn’t need to speak loudly.