Jackie Kennedy style guide

View Gallery 10 Slides Advertisement - Continue Reading Below Jackie Kennedy favoured a traditional box bag with gold hardware; step forward Mark Cross, whose vintage-inspired designs are timeless. Python bag, 2,800, Mark Cross at Harvey Nichols

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A box bag

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Jackie Kennedy favoured a traditional box bag with gold hardware; step forward Mark Cross, whose vintage-inspired designs are timeless.

Python bag, £2,800, Mark Cross at Harvey Nichols

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A dress coat

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First Ladies often opt for outerwear in bright colours so that they stand out, and Kennedy was no different. A pastel blue coat, like this style from Goat (a favourite label of the Duchess of Cambridge), provides a chic simplicity. It'll also dress up any given ensemble.

Dress coat, £595, Goat

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A block-heel pump

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Not too high, but not flat: invest in a mid-heel classic pump for instant Jackie Kennedy-style elegance. Team yours with cropped, straight-leg jeans for a modern approach.

Leather pumps, £415, Chloé at Farfetch

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A feminine day dress

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The floral buttons add a playful, yet feminine twist to this Sixties-inspired dress. Pair with the aforementioned block-heel pumps or with black ankle-boots.

July dress, £149, Hobbs

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White cropped trousers

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White trousers, a favourite weekend wardrobe choice of Kennedy, are currently enjoying a renaissance. Style yours with a pair of preppy Superga trainers and a classic black T-shirt.

Cropped trousers, £340, Jil Sander at Net-A-Porter

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A pearl necklace

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Kennedy used to wear her pearl necklace over shift dresses and fine knitwear, but we'd recommend pairing yours with a T-shirt and jeans for an interesting juxtaposition.

Multi-strand pearl necklace, £514, Lanvin at Farfetch

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A crew-neck jumper

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Kennedy had a love of brightly coloured knits. Style a powder-pink cashmere jumper with a pair of boyfriend jeans and trainers.

Cashmere jumper, £775, Malo at Harrods

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A tweed skirt

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Kennedy's tweed suits were among her most famous looks. Bring the style up to date and wear yours with a simple white T-shirt.

Bouclé skirt, £1,085, Oscar de la Renta at Net-A-Porter

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A simple cardigan

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Cardigans are no longer old-fashioned; this Rochas version works well as an alternative to a blouse.

Knit cardigan, £418, Rochas at Matchesfashion.com

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A classic shift dress

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Kennedy knew the power of a classic shift dress as an easy evening option. Roksanda updates the look with a contrasting back and pleated hem.

Colour-block dress, £699, Roksanda at Harrods

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