Jessica Alba Wore a Denim Jacket and $310 Ballet Flats, Get the Look

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Jessica Alba is always a few steps ahead of me. 

And in this case, the “steps” are the outfit basics that she wore on August 20, which I was planning to break out in the coming weeks: a sturdy denim jacket, which Jennifer Aniston and Courteney Cox  also wore this season, as well as a comfortable pants alternative to jeans and leggings. 

She went a step further and accessorized with a $310 pair of shoes from Margaux — one of the most comfortable flats brands we tried — plus a hands-free purse, which would allow me to carry a cozy chai latte without the fear of spilling on my pre-Labor Day white pants. 

Jessica Alba’s Outfit Blueprint

• Jackets: Omoone Oversized Denim Jacket, $45; amazon.com
• Edikted Dalia Oversize Denim Jacket, $95; nordstrom.com
• Old Navy Oversized Jean Trucker Jacket, $55; oldnavy.gap.com
• Pants: J.Crew New Soleil Striped Linen Pant, $42 with code WEEKEND (orig. $118); jcrew.com
• Lovers and Friends Johnny Pant in Tan Multi, $129; revolve.com
• Anrabess Striped Trousers, $16 with coupon (orig. $20); amazon.com
• Shoes: Madewell Mylie Ballet Flat, $81 with code LONGWEEKEND (orig. $158); madewell.com
• J.Crew Quinn Handwoven Ballet Flats, $150 (orig. $250); jcrew.com
• Cushionaire Weston Ballet Flats, $55 (orig. $80); amazon.com
• Purses: Befen Genuine Leather Crossbody Handbag, $44 with coupon (orig. $48); amazon.com
• Kate Spade Lena Large Swingpack Crossbody, $89 (orig. $329 value); katespadeoutlet.com

Omoone Oversized Denim Jacket

I thought I was over denim jackets, but I have a renewed appreciation for them thanks to Alba. They make any outfit — whether flashy ones à la Martha Stewart or feminine dresses — more functional and grounded. And these days, I want clothing that serves me, rather than being strictly “cute.” 

This $45 style has a deep blue wash that could go with lighter or darker jeans, plus it’s oversized enough to even layer over sweaters. It’s also under $50, which is more affordable compared to other styles of a similar nature. 

J.Crew New Soleil Striped Linen Pant

While I only have a short window of time to wear heavier denim jackets in Arizona, I can pretty much wear pants like Alba’s year-round. This pair is made with linen, a breathable fabric I still swear by during these over 80-degree days. (Though I found two other options below that are better for colder climates!) 

The wide-leg silhouette looks as roomy as a pair of pajama pants. And, according to one shopper, the pants are also “perfect for travel because they can be dressed down or up and don’t take [up] much space in the luggage.” 

Madewell Mylie Ballet Flat

If you can’t swing Alba’s Margaux shoes right now, this Madewell pair is an equally stylish substitution thanks to their woven construction and sleek square-toe shape. What’s more, the fall-ready chocolate color is doubly discounted thanks to the brand’s Labor Day Event and would look adorably preppy with a pair of crew socks sticking out of them. 

Befen Genuine Leather Crossbody Handbag, $44 with coupon

Crossbody bags have won both Alba and me over again and again, so I’m never mad about adding another to my wardrobe — they make traveling, errands, and pretty much anything that requires your hands infinitely easier. This one also has a long and short strap, so you can wear it hands-free, and it looks soft and pliable like high-quality, expensive leather. 

Keep scrolling to shop more denim jackets, comfy-looking pants, woven flats, and more styles inspired by Jessica Alba now. 

Edikted Dalia Oversize Denim Jacket

Old Navy Oversized Jean Trucker Jacket

Lovers and Friends Johnny Pant in Tan Multi

Anrabess Striped Trousers, $16 with coupon

J.Crew Quinn Handwoven Ballet Flats

Cushionaire Weston Ballet Flats

Kate Spade Lena Large Swingpack Crossbody