The minimalism of the 1990s has never truly left our wardrobes. On Instagram, a mother-daughter duo\u2014Kara Mendelsohn and her daughter Ella Grace\u2014are breathing new life into it by recreating the iconic silhouettes of Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy. The result: captivating videos and a wave of admiration for timeless elegance.<\/p>\n
It's impossible to talk about 1990s chic without thinking of Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy. A leading figure in New York style, she was working at Calvin Klein when she met John F. Kennedy Jr. Very quickly, her look captivated everyone.<\/p>\n
Her wardrobe? Clean lines, sharp cuts, a palette of neutral tones. Delicate slip dresses, impeccably tailored coats, midi skirts paired with black turtlenecks, cigarette jeans, and understated boots: it's all about balance and proportion. And lately, her style has experienced a real resurgence in popularity. Between nostalgia for the nineties and new productions dedicated to the Kennedy dynasty\u2014notably Ryan Murphy's "Love Story" series\u2014Carolina Bessette-Kennedy's aesthetic is once again establishing itself as a benchmark.<\/p>\n
It was on Instagram that Kara Mendelsohn and her daughter Ella Grace decided to pay tribute to this icon. Their idea? To recreate, with almost museum-like precision, her most emblematic looks. The unique aspect of their approach lies in one crucial detail: Kara worked at Calvin Klein in the 1990s. She kept several pieces from the collections and runway shows of that era. Some are similar, even identical, to those worn by Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy.<\/p>\n
In the videos posted on Ella Grace's account, you see them handling the clothes, showing the original labels, commenting on the fabrics. A camel suede A-line skirt paired with a black turtleneck and knee-high boots. A flowing dress with thin straps that moves with you without restricting your movement. A subtly draped plaid ensemble. Each outfit is conceived as a faithful and embodied tribute. <\/p>\n
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