Emma Roberts Proves the ‘Dad Jacket’ is Best Paired With a Matching Miniskirt

We could go on and on about the infinite versatility of coordinated sets, and even more so about the timelessness of the so-called “dad jacket,” but now is the time to do so by referring to the fusion of both concepts in Emma Roberts’ latest look.

Emma Roberts, daughter of Eric Roberts and niece of Julia Roberts, strolled through the streets of New York in an outfit that exuded sophistication and was, best of all, very easy to replicate. Her look consisted of a brown suede jacket and matching miniskirt, which could easily be worn separately, increasing their value in your wardrobe exponentially.

Meanwhile, her calf-length boots with a clear cowboy aesthetic added a Western touch to the look. The actor combined them with stockings with a subtle polka dot print that gave her an even more sophisticated vibe.

Finally, to combat the winter cold, Roberts chose a black scarf that she styled in the traditional way over her jacket. In addition, the actor opted for a hairstyle that also gave a nod to the past: a relaxed updo created with a tortoiseshell clip that exudes the effortless tendencies of the 90s.

Emma Roberts in New York City on January 17, 2025.

The Hapa Blonde

Here are three foolproof ways to style your “father’s jacket” without getting tired of it:

In the purest Y2K style, as preferred by Gen Z. The key pieces of this look would include some worn-in wide-leg jeans and a crop top. You can also play with layering by incorporating a plaid shirt, better known as a lumberjack shirt, to add a grunge touch to the outfit.Boho-chic, the reigning aesthetic of 2024. This jacket already borders on 70s nostalgia, positioning it as one of the hippie movement’s favorite outerwear pieces. One could easily style the structured jacket with flared jeans and a ruffled shirt in a billowing fabric.Back to basics. A look made up of a white t-shirt , straight-cut jeans, and ballet flats or your favourite sneakers would act as the perfect base for the suede jacket your father would have worn back in his day.