Stylish women everywhere have a new wardrobe staple, and if it's not already in your closet, trust me, it should be! I'm talking about the graphic t-shirt, one of Fall's most wearable and versatile trends. I love it because it adds instant cool cred to just about any look. Plus, this is one fashion favorite that's actually shoppable across all price points and sizes (I wear a size 12-16 [1]), making it the perfect piece to wear and layer all season long.
Sure, you can throw one on with a pair of jeans and look great, but what if you want to add more wow factor? For next-level outfit inspo, I love to see how celebs and influencers are wearing a trend . . . and then re-create their looks in my size.
When it comes to graphic tees, a few ladies got the dressed-up-meets-dressed-down vibe exactly right. I'm talking about Nina Garcia's sequined look [2], Olivia Munn's edgy take [3], and Giovanna Battaglia's to-die-for rainbow ensemble [4]. Each look oozes style and is surprisingly easy to steal; keep reading for the how-to!
Olivia Munn looks drop-dead sexy thanks to a monochromatic color palette and killer accessories. Start with an edgy black mini, like this one by Forever 21 [5] (available sizes 0X-3X), and over-the-knee-boots (I love Stuart Weitzman's Lowland pair [6], available up to a size 12W). Add oversize hoop earrings and a classic concert tee [7] for an I'm-with-the-band feel. Finally, a structured, ladylike bag, like this one by Kate Spade [8], is the perfect antidote to all the sexy!
Giovanna Battaglia is hands down one of the chicest women on the planet, and her signature take on the graphic t-shirt trend proves that sometimes more really is more. The real statement here is the psychedelic Gucci skirt [9], but this knit version by Kenzo [10] (available up to size XL) packs just as much punch at a fraction of the price. A cosmic-themed t-shirt (this Forever 21 version [11] is available up to size 3X) looks so much cooler than basic solid black, while a candy-pink clutch and pink heels are unexpectedly perfect together. And don't forget your boss-lady game face!
No question, Nina Garcia's head-to-toe look is out of this world! As the host of this season's Behind the Seams [12], a web series for Project Runway fans, I've been drooling over Nina's looks on a daily basis during filming, and this one nearly put me over the edge. I say keep the sequins but swap the skirt for pants to add some downtown edge. These blue Eloquii sequin trousers [13] (available sizes 14=28) scream rocker-chic, especially when paired with leopard heels (this pair by Margaux [14] goes up to a 35W). If you're up for a splurge, this Gucci graphic t-shirt [15] couldn't be cooler!