Jackie Kennedy's Most Enduring Style Lessons
Decades later, we're still in love with these looks.
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While her accomplishments were many (her leading the restoration of the White House, her career as a book editor, etc.), Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis' fashion choices made waves. Here, click through to see the six (somewhat surprising!) style lessons we learned from the icon.
#1: Show off your collarbone and neck
Jackie chose to show a little skin in a tasteful way by wearing off-the-shoulder tops and dresses.
#2: Don't be afraid to try bright colors
Though many fashion types espouse the classic appeal of neutrals, Jackie proved that color could be just as chic. She loved all shades of the rainbow and sported them proudly — but when wearing a head-turning shade, she kept her accessories and makeup simple to balance it out.
#3: Cinch dresses at the waist with an eye-catching belt
For Jackie, it was an easy way to create an hourglass shape and make a flowing dress look a little more finished.
#4: When in doubt, combine classic black and white
To make the basic combination work, Jackie always picked the crispest silhouettes and prettiest fabrics.
#5: Make everything look more polished by picking an interesting collar
This style trick of Jackie's could slip by the unsuspecting eye, but once you look at enough pictures of her, you see it: Whether a pussybow, mock neck, or button-down, Jackie knew an interesting collar would elevate her outfits in a way a simple crew neck couldn't.
#6: Mix it up in graphic prints
Paisleys, geometrics, florals, stripes: Jackie loved lots of prints.
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