Meryl Streep’s Cardigan Is a Cozier Version of Reese Witherspoon’s — and It’s So Nancy Meyers-Coded

Mar. 15, 2025

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Unlike the 2009 filmIt’s ComplicatedstarringMeryl Streep, fall fashion is everything but — it’s especially easy after seeing her recent outfit.

On September 16, the 75-year-old actress was seen out in Los Angeles in a look that was basically the opposite of theboss suit she wore to the Emmysthe night before. My first thought: Is she gearing up for another Nancy Meyers movie? Because her chunky cardigan, white jeans, and button-up shirt were textbook “coastal grandmother.”

The trend has recently skyrocketed in popularity, and we’ve seen it trickle into all parts of celebrity outfits: As a matter of fact, Reese Witherspoon justwore a cardiganat the end of August, while white bottoms have brightened the outfits ofOprah,Martha Stewart, andKatie Holmesthis year. And celebs have been banking onbutton-upsandbig bags.

Meryl Streep’s Outfit Blueprint

Big Dart Oversized Button-Up Shirt

Amazon

$20 at Amazon

Think you won’t wear something pink? Well, think again. I’ve been wearing my bubblegum colored button-up more than my more basic options lately. Amazon has a similar version to both mine and Meryl’s, which has a “wonderful silky feel,”according to one customer. It’s also more affordable than the one I got, so I might even grab another.

Spanx SpanxShape EveryWear Flare Jeans

Spanx

$148 at Spanx

White jeans always seemed impossible to wear since you have to choose the right undergarments, but shoppers say the fabric of these Spanx pants is “not see-through.” The flare jeans are zipper- and button-free and have design features to lift your backside and make your midsection look smooth and shapely. Also, Witherspoon just wore apair of flares.

Prettygarden Chunky Knit Cardigan

$40$32 at Amazon

Last fall, I finallycaved andbought a cardigan, a style I hadn’t worn since middle school. I thought I might not get a lot of wear out of it, but it’s actually become a pillar in my wardrobe. Since fall is coming, I want one that’s similar but also a tiny bit thicker for max cozy vibes.

This one has buttons, so I can wear it multiple ways and the “thickness is perfect and not itchy like other cardigans,”said one shopper.

Dreubea Soft Faux Leather Tote

$20$17 at Amazon

Because of everything else going on with her outfit, I almostmissed Streep’s tote bag. This $17 carryall is simple-looking and highly rated, while thisbucket toteis more of a splurge, but happens to be the exact styleKatie Holmes has carried.

Gap Organic Cotton Classic Shirt

Gap

$60$42 at Gap

Everlane The Cloud Oversized Textured Cardigan

Everlane

$228$68 at Everlane.com

Rdi Suede Elbow Patch Cardigan

Nordstrom

$30 at Nordstromrack.com

Gloria Vanderbilt Classic Tapered Amanda Jeans

$48$23 at Amazon

The Icon Corduroy Flare Jeans

Anthropologie

$148 at Anthropologie

Madewell The Essential Bucket Tote

Madewell

$178 at Madewell

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This $27 Nylon Tote Bag ‘Holds So Much’ — Even a Change of Clothes and Shoes

Wayfair’s Coastal-Inspired Furniture Storefront Has Pieces to Revamp Your Patio for Spring — Up to 60% Off

source: people.com