It’s hard to find fashion motivation in January, so I’ve dived into the archives to help reinvigorate my wardrobe. Longing for spring, and more specifically, white jeans, Dakota Johnson’s on-set look from Materialists might be a throwback, but her low-key outfit formula is so wearable right now.
Stepping out in white jeans, sporty Nike Cortez trainers and a three-quarter-length padded jacket that echoes this season’s must-have barn jacket, Dakota completed her look with a pair of rectangular sunnies and a navy baseball cap.
Her chic padded coat is actually vintage Hermès, and despite it being snapped in 2024, her ankle-grazing jeans are from one of this season’s trending denim styles, RE/DONE’s 70s stove-pipe straight-leg jeans. Paired with sporty, low-profile Nike Cortez trainers, this casual look is one that you can layer with knitwear for the January chill, before moving it into early spring with ease.
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Follow Dakota’s Easy Outfit Formula
ME+EM
Authentic Relaxed Rip + Repair Jean
These easy-going jeans have a mid-rise waist, relaxed fit and straight leg to keep them feeling effortlessly polished. Distressed details give them an off-duty edge that emulates Dakota’s style brilliantly.
Nike
Cortez Leather-Trimmed Suede Sneakers
This off-white and chocolate brown colourway really emphasises the retro appeal of Nike’s Cortez trainers. Dakota’s exact pair are no longer available; but this iteration features the same suede and leather fabrics in similarly neutral hues, while the EVA foam midsole adds a comfortable finish.
Topshop
Double Layer Quilted Liner Jacket
An oversized silhouette gives this quilted jacket a laid-back, effortless look. Padded jackets have remained popular this season, serving as a perfect transition into warmer spring weather. For right now, layer this lighter-weight design over cosy cashmere jumpers for added warmth and plenty of style.
KanCan
Calla Ultra High Rise Cropped Wide Leg Jeans
With a relaxed, laid-back silhouette created by a high waist and wide legs, these jeans are an effortlessly chic addition to any winter capsule wardrobe. They’re also made with a comfort stretch and cotton-rich fabric to ensure all-day comfort.
Nike
Cortez Leather, Suede And Canvas Sneakers
Emulating the brown and mauve colourway of Dakota’s sold out Cortez trainers, this pair come in a rich, pink-toned brown hue that brilliantly balances a neutral feel with bold colour. They also boast plush velvet laces for an elevated touch.
Caslon®
Quilted Patch Pocket Jacket
Diamond quilting gives this lightweight jacket light insulation, as well as a chic, textured look. Lined and with handy pockets, the jacket has a relaxed, easy silhouette, making it a staple to see you through from this season and into next.
While the past year has been all about the adidas Samba, and the best white trainers never go out of style, Dakota’s retro-inspired pair of Nike Cortez trainers is one to watch out for this year. With a low-profile, slim silhouette and selection of bold colourways, they perfectly tap into trainer trends for 2026, and shoppers say they’re “super comfortable” too.
When it came to styling up her comfortable footwear, there was no better choice than white jeans. With their frayed hem, easy-going fit and ankle-grazing length, the silhouette complemented the sleek shape and low profile of her trainers, and the slimmer leg perfectly plays into the denim trends for 2026.
Even as we’re wishfully talking about spring-ready outfits, there’s the practical and realistic fact that we’re going to have to take at least some of our winter capsule wardrobe staples with us, and a quilted jacket like Dakota’s makes for perfect, easy-going transitional wear. In a beige tone, the vintage jacket created a smart, neutral colour palette across her outfit, with the hue complementing that of her bright, white denim – and the quilted style is also a sure-fire way to bring in texture to any laid-back look.
