5 Comfy-Chic Thanksgiving Outfit Ideas, Courtesy of Meghan Markle’s Go-To Sweater Brand
2 min readEvery single November, I’m faced with the same dilemma: What should I wear on Thanksgiving that will look stylish in family photos but still feel comfy after second helpings of cornbread and stuffing? For ELLE editors—and celebrities like Meghan Markle, Emma Stone, and Kelly Rutherford—the solution can be found in Jenni Kayne. Just in time for the holidays, the California-based brand dropped a fall collection full of pieces worthy of every Thanksgiving occasion.
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Jenni Kayne’s fall collection prioritizes easy, comfortable silhouettes in luxurious fabrics, like oversized cashmere crewnecks, draped satin pull-on pants, and shearling ballet flats. Whether your holiday plans involve an upscale seated dinner with an elevated dress code, a Friendsgiving that doubles as a college reunion, or a casual family meal where sweatpants are the norm, I’ve put together Thanksgiving outfit ideas that feel elegant without sacrificing comfort.
A Fair Isle Cardigan and Satin Pants
Satin pull-on pants are always a smart choice for Thanksgiving, since they feel loose like your favorite sweats but look far more sophisticated. Add a festive Fair Isle-print cardigan and cranberry suede mules, and you’re guaranteed compliments all evening.
A Tartan Dress and Cashmere Cardigan
A satin slip dress is ideal for dressy Thanksgiving events, especially if it comes in a tartan print. Add warmth without bulk with a slim-cut cardigan in luxe cashmere, which can be worn buttoned up or thrown over your shoulders. And for a finishing touch, throw on a demure kitten heel in rich chocolate brown.
A Cozy Matching Set and Shearling Flats
If your holiday plans involve staying cozied up on the couch, reach for Jenni Kayne’s version of a sweatsuit: a boxy mock-neck sweater in soft merino wool and a matching pair of drawstring pants. Styled with a pair of shearling flats, this ensemble offers an elevated take on loungewear.
A Monochromatic Moment
A shortcut to looking put-together with minimal effort? Reaching for pieces in the same color palette, like this forest green turtleneck and matching skirt. We love how this pleated maxi adds eye-catching texture while its relaxed silhouette lets you move and sit comfortably.
A Striped Sweater and Baggy Pants
Jenni Kayne just added denim to its lineup, and our editors are smitten with its comfortable yet shape-retaining construction. Senior Fashion Commerce Editor Dale Arden Chong loves that these wide-leg jeans make her legs look miles long, and they’re the perfect companion to cozy knitwear—like this striped crew neck made from a brushed Peruvian alpaca fabric.
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