Katie Holmes just broke this major fashion rule—and we’re into it

If Katie Holmes can do this, so can we.

There are supposed fashion rules that have been with us for ages: no more than three colours in one outfit? Mixing patterns? Absolutely not! But let’s be honest, who even needs these rules anymore? After all, rules are there to be broken, and that’s exactly what Katie Holmes has proven. In the actress’ latest look, she turned one of the oldest fashion no-goes on its head.

Katie Holmes has once again managed to make a real fashion statement with a seemingly simple outfit. Her black coat paired with a cream-coloured turtleneck jumper and wide-legged jeans, makes for a casual yet timeless look. But then, plot twist, she combines her white ballerinas with black socks.

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The dark socks create an exciting contrast to the white flats and give the outfit a modern, almost rebellious touch. At the same time, the combination looks anything but forced. In fact, Katie Holmes demonstrated how to effortlessly integrate the style hack into her everyday look. This is exactly what makes the look so exciting. It’s elegant, bold and wearable for any occasion.

The trend is so easy to recreate, several industry insiders have already begun to follow suit. The trick here is to play with contrasts. Dark socks with light-coloured shoes create an eye-catching, modern look. If you prefer a more subtle look, you can opt for tone-on-tone combinations. More importantly, this styling trick also makes delicate shoes more suitable for these freezing temperatures so you can wear your favourite flats all through winter. So simple, so good.