Jennifer Lopez is multitalented: She’s a singer, an actor, an entrepreneur, and, of course, a style icon. With each day and each new outfit, she proves that there’s no such thing as “dressing for your age.” There’s only dressing for the occasion.
As she turns 54 today, we’re taking a look at why J.Lo’s style is and will always be a source of inspiration for every generation, from boomers to Gen Z’ers. Here, a closer look at the five styling tricks Lopez always falls back on, and how you can implement them in your own life.
1. Say yes to statement accessories.
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Jennifer Lopez knows there’s only one thing that can turn any look, no matter how simple, into an eye-catching outfit: the right accessory. The singer loves big earrings and statement sunglasses, for example. Even the addition of a bright bag (she prefers hers ludicrously capacious) can take an outfit from zero to hero. This trick even makes the same outfit appear new again and again—and can thus save us many a perplexed minute in the morning in front of the closet.
2. Monochrome is king (er, queen).
Another uncomplicated trick that Jennifer Lopez uses again and again: tone-on-tone dressing. In the summer the singer can often be seen in all-white or beige looks, while in the colder months she opts for darker shades like khaki or gray. But the effect is the same: The color-coordinated look is superchic right away, even if it’s just a shirt and jeans combination.
3. Flaunt it.
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Lopez is almost as famous for her music and style as for her well-toned body. She probably knows that herself, and especially emphasizes her belly conspicuously with crop tops. But don’t worry, you don’t have to spend countless hours in the gym for this styling trick. Just think about what you like most about yourself, grab clothes that emphasize that body part and create the rest of your look around it.
4. No time to try on your whole closet? Reach for a billowy dress.
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If there’s one fashion piece Lopez loves, it’s dresses in all colors and designs. This is the simplest of her tricks, because a dress is a one-and-done solution to the problem of choosing an outfit. You’re never dressed faster or better than with a dress—or with a jumpsuit, for those who aren’t fans of dresses. J.Lo has both in her closet and styles them with different statement accessories (see styling trick #1!) for all occasions, from a walk to a dinner date.
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5. It’s all about the basics, baby.
Think only crazy trendy pieces can create an exciting look? No way! It’s the simple combinations that are often the outfits we like most on J.Lo. In the summer of 2021, for example, she was seen often in simple white tank tops, which she combined with casual wide pants. So invest in a few high-quality timeless basics that you can enjoy for a long time.
This article first appeared on Glamour
