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J.Law's Skirt Choice Just Made Her Boxy T-Shirt Look Elegant in Ways Leggings Never Could

By Swedan Margen

J.Law's Skirt Choice Just Made Her Boxy T-Shirt Look Elegant in Ways Leggings Never Could

If you’ve spent the past few days dashing around the city, you’ll know the humidity has been unforgiving. Getting dressed in the morning has evolved into a mission to stay cool for as long as possible. Right now, anything skin-hugging is out of the question. But all is not lost; Jennifer Lawrence brought me a new styling formula that doesn't compromise on chic, even when the air feels thick enough to swim through.

She started with the basics—as all the best late-summer outfits do—opting for an oversized graphic tee as the foundation. Cool, breathable and easy, Lawrence's outfit was off to a wearable start. Now, whilst it would have been easy to lean into comfort and reach for comfortable leggings or slouchy jeans, instead, Lawrence completed her look with an elegant lace-trim slip skirt.

Jennifer Lawrence enters into a building wearing a white lace-trim slip skirt with a white baggy t-shirt and white strappy sandals. She wears a red suede bag over her shoulder.

It’s not the first combination that springs to mind when you think “oversized T-shirt,” but it might just be the smartest. The fluid, swishy fabric of a slip skirt grazes the body rather than clings, making it more forgiving in high heat. Comfort-wise, it’s up there with leggings, but the payoff in polish is worlds apart. The lace trim added a feminine touch that instantly elevated the casual tee whilst nodding to one of the season's most favoured motifs.

Scroll on to shop my edit of the best graphic tees and lace-trim slip skirts to re-create the look.

Shop Baggy T-Shirts and Slip Skirts:

T-Shirt With Slogan

Style with a slip skirt or wear with a lace-trim skirt.

Carolina Silk Skirt

Reformation

Carolina Silk Skirt

This also comes in six other shades.

Layered Mesh-Trimmed Cotton-Jersey T-Shirt

Acne Studios

Layered Mesh-Trimmed Cotton-Jersey T-Shirt

The layered tee effect gives this 00s energy that makes it feel very relevant for right now.

Lace-Trimmed Satin Skirt

H&M

Lace-Trimmed Satin Skirt

Honestly, I'm shocked this skirt is still in stock.

Printed Cotton-Blend Jersey T-Shirt

Loewe

Printed Cotton-Blend Jersey T-Shirt

Every great wardrobe starts with a sleek white tee.

Contrast Lace-Trimmed Skirt

Massimo Dutti

Contrast Lace-Trimmed Skirt

Layer this with a baggy tee or style with a swishy blouse.

Maeve Printed Cotton-Blend Jersey T-Shirt

Khaite

Maeve Printed Cotton-Blend Jersey T-Shirt

This playful tee is bound to bring a smile to your face.

Asos Design Satin Lace Trim Bias Midi Skirt in Ecru

ASOS

Satin Lace Trim Bias Midi Skirt

This looks more expensive than it actually is.

Le Petit Delice Printed Cotton T-Shirt

Damson Madder

Le Petit Delice Printed Cotton T-Shirt

I'm stocking up on long-sleeve tees ahead of the autumn months.

Crystal - Cream

This comes in UK sizes 6—26.

Shell Tee

This also comes in red and light blue.

Elowena Lace-Trimmed Silk Midi Skirt

DÔEN

Elowena Lace-Trimmed Silk Midi Skirt

DÔEN's summery staples are a fashion person's favourites.

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