28 Style Lessons You'll Thank Jennifer Aniston For

Jennifer Aniston has influenced our fashion choices for a couple of solid decades. We all eagerly adopted the "Rachel" then upgraded to minimalist silhouettes as Jen grew out of her Friends persona and into the early 2000s.

More recently, Jen's stayed true to a sophisticated brand of cool-girl dressing, complete with perfect denim on one hand and a chic arsenal of red carpet looks on the other. You've got to assume a woman who transitions so seamlessly from eveningwear to casual clothes has a pretty strong sense of style. And you'd be right. We've gleaned 28 fashion truths straight from some of Jennifer's best looks. Just read on to soak up the inspiration from the actress who's been a fashion girl all along.

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A beautiful coat is an outfit unto itself.
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A beautiful coat is an outfit unto itself.

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The right draping can make a look infinitely more dramatic.
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The right draping can make a look infinitely more dramatic.

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A tweed dress doesn't have to feel stuffy.
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A tweed dress doesn't have to feel stuffy.

Just tailor it to show off your assets and fit your frame!

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An LBD gets a modern upgrade in leather.
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An LBD gets a modern upgrade in leather.

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Add interest to a ladylike dress with statement footwear.
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Add interest to a ladylike dress with statement footwear.

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Balance a mini hemline with long sleeves.
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Balance a mini hemline with long sleeves.

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. . . But sometimes a splash of color is even more stunning.
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. . . But sometimes a splash of color is even more stunning.

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All you need is a hat to make your outfit feel totally summery.
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All you need is a hat to make your outfit feel totally summery.

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A bold belt can elevate even an understated black dress.
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A bold belt can elevate even an understated black dress.

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When you find the color that brings out your glow . . .
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When you find the color that brings out your glow . . .

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. . . Wear it again.
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. . . Wear it again.

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Know that little details can make a classic feel new again.
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Know that little details can make a classic feel new again.

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Plaid isn't just for schoolgirls.
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Plaid isn't just for schoolgirls.

It looks totally grown up with the right add-ons.

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Black pants are an essential.
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Black pants are an essential.

You can wear them with anything!

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A little skin gives a girlie dress some edge.
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A little skin gives a girlie dress some edge.

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There's nothing wrong with relying on the classics.
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There's nothing wrong with relying on the classics.

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Find a silhouette that shows off your best assets.
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Find a silhouette that shows off your best assets.

Like those sculpted shoulders and stems!

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Elevate your everyday look with a chic handbag.
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Elevate your everyday look with a chic handbag.

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Don't be afraid to try something bold . . .
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Don't be afraid to try something bold . . .

The payoff can be huge.

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. . . Or something a little sexier than you're used to.
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. . . Or something a little sexier than you're used to.

Go ahead, have fun with it.

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Yes, you can wear a crop top.
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Yes, you can wear a crop top.

Just balance it with the bottoms that make you feel confident.

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Matching your S.O. can actually be really cute.
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Matching your S.O. can actually be really cute.

Those twinning scarves just work.

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Revisit a classic look with a twist.
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Revisit a classic look with a twist.

This LBD is basic, until you see the bottom.

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Make menswear work for you.
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Make menswear work for you.

A blazer dress that shows off your stems? Yes, please!