28 Styling Tricks We're Stealing From Angelina Jolie and Never Giving Back
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Angelina Jolie is what we'd call a red carpet siren. She moves with grace, gliding by the cameras in her long, silky gowns. But if you think her alluring outfits stop with film premieres and fancy dinners, you've got some studying to do. The actress maintains a busy schedule — she's a humanitarian activist and a mom too — and she's constantly dressing for business too. But even while slipping into sophisticated suits on the regular, Angelina maintains a look that's so subtly sexy. Scroll to find 28 steps to mastering her signature style.
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Wrap an Oversize Scarf Around Yourself as a Coat on a Mild Day
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Chunky Platforms Keep You Grounded When You've Got to Walk to a Fancy Event
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When It Comes to Cocktail Attire, Choose a Breezy Midi to Show Off a Slip of Your Ankles
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Even in All Black, a Monogrammed Bag Is the Perfect Way to Personalize Your Look
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A Chainstrap Bag Can Add a Serious Dose of Edge
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Go For a Slit and a Metallic Heel When You’re in the Mood to Get Glam
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Neutral Separates Are Understated, but Unmissable
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A Caped Poncho Makes For a Chicer Raincoat
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A Tailored Coat Is a Lovely Way to Add Structure to Your Go-To Basics
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Wear It First With Pants, Then With a Skirt — It’ll Look Different Each Time
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Don’t Underestimate the Functionality of a Long Skirt With Lots of Leg Room
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If You’re Bored With Your Outfit, Let Your Sunglasses and Shoes Do All the Talking
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Don’t Be Afraid to Lift Up Your Darn Maxi When You’re Walking — Chances Are You’ve Got on Killer Shoes
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Peplum Detail and Bell Sleeves Help to Define Your Shape and Make Your Suit Stand Out
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Let the Pussy Bow on Your Blouse Hang Loose to Play Up Casual Vibes
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If You’re Going For All White Monochrome, Stick With Neutral Pumps For Total Sophistication
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A Taupe Leather Tote Is the Perfect Balance to a Light Coat
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You Can Wear Brown and Black Together — Just Coordinate With Neutral Pumps
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Feel Free to Contrast Your Mom, Your Best Friend, Whomever You’re Walking With — in Order to Stand Out
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Hiding the Top of Your Boot Beneath Your Knee-Length Skirt Makes For a Feminine, Subtly Sexy Look
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Wear Your Dress Coat Over Trousers to Appear Ladylike, Yet Tough
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When in Doubt, Match Your Mate When You Go Out
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Let Your LBD Peek Out From Under Your Camel Coat
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It’s All About the Little Details: a Peep-Toe Pump or the Tassels on Your Bag
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Put a Casual Spin on a Streamlined Pencil Skirt With a Bright Cardigan
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Varying Shades of White Might as Well Be the New Luxe Suit
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When You Want to Look Badass, Try It With Black
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