With over five years of experience as a fashion editor, I ought to know better than to say I'll never wear a particular trend again. Fashion moves in cycles, bringing past styles back into rotation so that they feel brand-new—provided they're styled thoughtfully. One example is the "dated" denim trend I just spotted on Katie Holmes.
This week, Katie Holmes was photographed at JFK Airport with her boyfriend, Jason Yarmosky. For the travel day that brought her from Italy to NYC, she wore a casual yet elevated outfit: a chunky sweater and frayed-hem jeans. She paired the two with patent-leather Mary Janes and a large tote bag.
Having closely observed her street-style choices over time, I know Holmes has an extensive footwear collection. Choosing Mary Janes over any other option was clearly intentional. The laid-back silhouette and raw, frayed details of her jeans provided a sleek contrast to the glossy, polished leather of her flats.
Keep scrolling to see how Holmes styled this look, then shop the best frayed-hem jeans and Mary Janes to take you from the last days of summer straight into fall and beyond.
The Outfit on Holmes
(Image credit: The Image Direct)Shop Frayed-Hem Jeans and Mary Janes:
Gap Low Rise Long & Lean Crop JeansSale alert!
Madewell The Greta Mary Jane FlatClassic.
Pistola Cassie High Waist Straight Leg JeansI love this vintage-looking wash.
TKEES Reese Mary Jane FlatIf these are anything like Tkees's flip-flops then I'm sold.
CITIZENS OF HUMANITY Ayla Cropped Frayed High-Rise Wide-Leg JeansWho What Wear fashion editors swear by Citizens of Humanity's denim.
MANGO Mary Jane Ballet FlatThese also come in tan and burgundy suede.
Mother Denim The Mid Rise Dazzler Ankle FrayKhaki jeans are just as versatile as blue ones.
Tory Burch Romy Mary JanesEvery fashion person's wardrobe includes at least one pair of red flats.
Quince Bella Stretch Wide Leg Jeans in Twilight Blue FrayYou can't beat this price.
LE MONDE BERYL Stella Leather Mary Jane Ballet FlatsI love the statement belt detail.