I Can't Fault Dakota Johnson's Simple Jeans-and-Flats Pairing

Dakota Johnson’s style is on fire right now, and I don’t expect anyone to disagree with me. From her monochromatic tailoring looks to her Cinderella shoe moment, the star has been pulling out all the style stops for her recent slew of appearances in conjunction with the promo tour for her latest acting gig, the film adaptation of Jane Austen’s acclaimed novel Persuasion

Still, in a flurry of fancy and glamorous looks, many of which feature designer buys I could only dream of owning, Johnson was also spotted out and about wearing an uncomplicated, everyday ensemble that’s so pure in its simplicity I can’t help but want to steal it for myself. 

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On Johnson: Re/Done 70s High Rise Stove Pipe Straight-Leg Jeans (£265)

Sporting a pair of Re/Done's Stove Pipe jeans—a style our editors can (and have) vouched forDakota looked effortless as she paired them with a slightly slouchy-fitting white T-shirt and classic black horse-bit loafers. Backless ones at that. 

Although I can’t say this look is groundbreaking or new, it does reinforce the idea that, in fashion, where trends can come and now at the drop of a hat, wardrobe basics such as this are forever and have everlasting appeal. Scroll on to shop Johnson’s go-to jeans below as well as other options for the rest of her outfit at every price point. 

1. JEANS

2. LOAFERS

3. WHITE T-SHIRT

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Maxine Eggenberger
Deputy Editor

Maxine Eggenberger is Who What Wear UK’s deputy editor and has over twelve years of experience in fashion journalism. She been creating engaging and elevated style content for Who What Wear UK since 2018, covering runway reports, emerging trends, long-form features, self-styled shopping stories, and columns, including her edit of the best new-in buys. She ensures the highest editorial standards are met across the site, works closely with influencer talent on content initiatives, represents the brand at industry events, and regularly contributes to social media. Previously, Maxine appeared on TV in her own fashion segment and has interviewed countless celebrities—everyone from Victoria Beckham to Oscar winner Lupita Nyong’o. 


Prior to Who What Wear UK, Maxine’s career began when, after completing her first-ever internship, she was offered a position on the Look magazine fashion desk. She accepted, leaving university a year early in the process. She went on to become the title's fashion news and commercial content editor, with a stint as InStyle.co.uk’s fashion writer along the way. She later served as Look’s acting Editor in Chief before embarking on a successful freelance career, working with Grazia, The Pool, and Marie Claire amongst others. Maxine works remotely from her countryside home near Edinburgh.