Katie Holmes Keeps Wearing the Comfy Shoe Style We're Wearing on Our Break with Sneakers

Mar. 15, 2025

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Katie Holmeshas earned her fashion stripes — at least, according to me, she has.

I didn’t think it was possible to pack so many celebrity-coded elements into a single outfit, but then TheDawson’s Creekactress, 45, did it with ease. At the end of September, the star was photographed in a buttery striped sweater, which was similar to one Gwyneth Paltrowput on displayearlier in the month. Keeping with the cozy theme, she bundled up in the seasonal styleJennifer Hudson just wore: sweater pants.

She also carrieda tall tote bag(no surprise there!) and accessorized with blue Mary Janes, the shoes that I’ve happily replaced my sneakers with. I’ve honestly started to wonder, is she aiming to set a new Mary Jane-wearing record? Because I’ve lost count of all the timesshe’s been seen in the comfy shoes.

Katie Holmes’ Outfit Blueprint

Zesica Oversized Striped Pullover Sweater, $26 with coupon and Prime

Amazon

$59$26 at Amazon

This pullover sweater is the closest match I found. Like hers, the cuffs are ribbed, the neckline is slightly scooped, and navy is the overwhelming color. The hem at the bottom is much thicker than Holmes’ though, which I actually think would sit nicer and not fold or tuck over in awkward ways.

Viottiset 2-Piece Sweater and Wide Leg-Pants Loungewear Set, $27 with coupon and Prime

$49$27 at Amazon

Rather than assembling a makeshift monochrome outfit, just buy this two-piece set that will ensure the top and bottoms are a true match.

Rekayla Mary Jane Flats, $25 with Prime

$30$25 at Amazon

Since acquiring a few pairs of flats, I’ve noticed that pointed-toe pairs feel too professional for my liking. I wear rounded-toe styles the majority of the time, and I’m constantly looking for more like these.

BCBG Structured Tote Bag

Nordstrom Rack

$98$35 at Nordstromrack.com

When a tote is too big, the contents can pile up quickly. To keep things to more of a minimum, a medium-sized bag like this one from BCBG will keep things in check. It also has a unique curved shape that instantly had me drawing comparisons to ones from more expensive brands.

Kirundo Striped Turtleneck Sweater, $23 with Prime

$30$23 at Amazon

If a pair ofnautical sailor shortsand a striped sweater were made into one, this would be the end result thanks to its timeless pattern and shiny buttons. Also, a sweater can’t really get much warmer than a turtleneck, so this is one to break out during those single-digit temperatures.

Gap CashSoft Shaker-Stitch Sweater Pants

Gap

$80$63 at Gap

With an elastic waistband, a non-confining silhouette, and a “supersoft cotton-blend” fabric, per the brand, I’m not sure these could possibly be more comfortable. They’re available in five colors and sizes up to XXL, plus regular, tall, and petite inseams.

Franco Sarto Tinsley Mary Jane Flat, $59 with Prime

$115$59 at Amazon

Aside from blue, Holmes has also gone for silver accessories. In fact, shewore these exact Franco Sarto shoeslast month. And bonus points:One shopper described themas their “most comfortable non-athletic shoe for walking.”

Kattee Tote Bag, $52 with Prime

$70$52 at Amazon

Instead of dealing with low-quality zippers that get stuck on its tracks and cheapen the bag’s look, I’m prioritizing picks like this one with magnetic snaps.

Gap CashSoft Crewneck Sweater

$70$34 at Gap

“Cashmere soft but not a cashmere price” is how one shopper described this striped crewneck that’s on sale.

Grapent Wide-Leg Knit Pants, $23 with Prime

$28$23 at Amazon

Zesica Oversized V-Neck Striped Sweater, $29 with coupon and Prime

$40$29 at Amazon

This V-neck sweater comes with a preppy polo-like collar — something we’ve seen onJulia Roberts,Joanna Gaines, andJennifer Garner.

Vibi Venezia Mary Jane Flats

Anthropologie

$155 at Anthropologie

If light blue calls to you, Anthropologie has this two-tone pair that’s an impressive $275 less than the$430 Mary Janes Holmes was seen inback in the spring. Unlike the others, these flats are totally flat with no heel whatsoever — so they may be a blessing for those who regularly deal with heel pain.

Foxlover Leather Bucket Tote Bag, $38 with Prime

$76$38 at Amazon

“This bag is buttery soft and lovely, not to mention, [it’s] comfortable to hold,”said one five-star reviewer. “I have so many expensive designer purses, but I absolutely love and use this one daily.”

Dream Pairs Mary Jane Ballet Flat, $23 with Prime

$50$23 at Amazon

Colorful shoes are just a little too far out of my wardrobe wheelhouse. But black? They’re a never-failing neutral that, in my opinion, will never not be “in.”

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