Jennifer Aniston's simple shoe swap makes jeans autumn-ready

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It may still be hot outside, but cooler weather is edging ever closer, and in just a few short weeks I'll be able to embrace my autumn capsule wardrobes again. If you’re starting to think about switching your outfits ahead of new season, a great place to start is with your shoes, and you’ll find all the inspiration you’ll need from one of Jennifer Aniston’s classic looks.

The actress is a master of understated, elegant dressing and one of my favourite looks from over the years is a sleeveless black top and turned-up jean outfit she wore back in 2016. It was such a timeless combination, finished perfectly with a some oversized sunglasses and a pair of black Gucci loafers that made the perfect footnote to her separates. Although Jennifer may have worn this almost a decade ago, it still feels very relevant for right now, and it's a combination I will recreate often for polish in a hurry.

I love everything about this ensemble, and her androgynous flats are a total winner for anybody looking to take their favourite denim into autumn mode, and if you like the fashion throwback look as much as I do, you can find some similar styles to emulate Jen's look below.

JENNIFER ANISTON WEARING A BLACK VEST AND JEANS OUTFIT WITH LOAFERS

Zara

Sleeveless Top

This fitted top is made from a stretchy cotton blend fabric that will hold its shape while being very easy to move around in.

Hush

Agnes 2.0 Turn Up Jeans

A turned-up hem brings a relaxed feel to jeans, and this vintage-wash pair are one of the best - wear with everything from a t-shirt to a blouse.

M&S

Leather Trim Loafers

These real leather, designer lookalike loafers will recreate Jen's look beautifully minus the big spend, and they are available in UK sizes 3-8.

George at ASDA

Faux Leather Buckle Comfort Loafer

I fell hard for the ASDA leopard print ballet flats a few weeks back, and these smart shoes from the supermarket range are now on my shopping list.

Schuh

Lucca Leather Snaffle Loafer

The subtle heel on these loafers add a smarter spin that will work perfectly with tailored trousers at the office.

Black Trim Round Toe Loafers

The silver detail on this pair feel a little less flashy than shiny gold and will match up well with your barrel leg jeans.

While you might not be ready to say goodbye to your most comfortable sandals just yet, it's a good time to invest in some loafers as the key styles often sell out very fast. You don't need to wait until autumn is fully upon us either, as loafers are actually very wearable all year round and will make a modern footnote to everything from your best summer dresses to Bermuda shorts, and will help your outfits transition between seasons in the chicest way.

Jennifer's Gucci flats complete with a horsebit detail have been a huge hit for decades, and are still very popular, so it's no surprise that the high street is filled with affordable doppelgangers. The little metal buckle channels a hint of the western aesthetic into your look without feeling too much and is completely timeless, so it's a shoe you can wear year after year without any worries about it dating.

While it might be too soon for your winter coats or cosy wool jumpers, you really can start to ease into new season with your footwear, and a chic black pair of loafers like Jen's will do the job nicely.

Matilda Stanley is a freelance style editor covering all things fashion, beauty and interiors. She writes and styles for both print and online and covers everything from the latest catwalk trends to bargain skincare buys. With over fifteen years of experience in the industry, Matilda has worked on TV shows including 'Gok's Fashion Fix', and written and styled for publications including Closer, Heat, Bella, Look, Woman, Good Housekeeping, Now, and The Daily Mail.