Katie Holmes Just Mastered the Layering Technique Oprah and Martha Stewart Have Worn, Too

Your fall layering masterclass is underway. Instructor? Katie Holmes.

The actress enjoyed some time with her family backstage after the production Our City on Broadway, marking the occasion on Instagram. While Holmes was in the background of the photo, we happened to look behind the bright smiles and spotted her perfectly layered look. She wore a black V-neck sweater over a crisp white pullover and finished off the casual look with khaki pants.

If we were to issue As, Holmes would definitely pass the layering test — but she’s not the only celeb to wear a button-up sweater. Oprah wore a pastel green crewneck sweater over a striped pullover Today’s showwhile Martha Stewart chose a lemony fresh look in a bright yellow jumper and shirt with a sharp collar.

When it comes to mastering these layers, everything is in the proportions. Make sure your V-neck sweater isn’t too chunky or oversized. It’s also okay to let the V-neck a little lower, since you’ll be layering it over the shirt. And speaking of the shirt, opt for a crisp cotton button-down for a tailored look.

Now that Holmes has taught us exactly how to pair a V-neck sweater with a button-down shirt, it’s time to put this look into practice. We’ve rounded up 10 shirts and sweaters on Amazon from brands like Barefoot Dreams, Madewell, and Vince, starting at just $17.

Fall layers inspired by Katie Holmes

V-neck sweaters:

• Barefoot Dreams CozyChic Lite Diamond Pointelle Sweater, $138
• Qualfort Knit Sweater, $28
• Amazon Essentials Lightweight V-Neck Sweater, $24 (was $25)
• Merokeety V-neck pullover, $21 (was $28)
• Vince Weekend V-Neck Cashmere Sweater, $309 (Orig.) $325
• Adrianna Papell Three Quarter Sleeve Double Knit, $25 (orig. $30)

Button-down shirts:

• Madewell Easy Y-Neck Button-Up, $88
• Hotouch slim fit shirt, $20
• J.ver wrinkle-free button-down shirt, $17 (originally $20)
• Zeagoo Classic Button Up Shirt, $17 (originally $20)

Surprisingly affordable fall fashion accessories straight from Katie Holmes’ closet: Madewell bag, Reformation jeans and more

Barefoot Dreams CozyChic Lite Diamond Pointelle Pullover

Amazon

$138 on Amazon

This V-neck sweater is designed from a plush nylon and rayon blend and finished with ribbed cuffs. The over-knit spiky pattern gives a gentle touch.

Qualfort knitted pullover sweater

Amazon

$28 on Amazon

For a Holmes-like look, opt for this easy-to-stack cotton sweater with a deep V-neck. Customers said it “looks good dressed up or casual” and is “perfect for layering or on its own.”

Amazon Essentials Lightweight V-Neck Sweater

Amazon

$25 $24 on Amazon

Crafted from a soft cotton and modal blend, this sweater features a flattering V-neckline and ribbed trim, and comes in 31 colors and patterns. It has amassed an impressive 16,000 five-star ratings; customers said it was “soft as a cloud” and “looks smart with a crisp white shirt underneath.”

Merokeety V-neck pullover

Amazon

$28 $21 on Amazon

If you like the black v-neck sweater that Holmes wore, this version is a great option for your fall wardrobe. It has a deep V-neckline and cuffs with bands, and comes in eight colors and sizes from S to XL.

Vince Weekend V-Neck Cashmere Sweater

Amazon

$325 $309 on Amazon

Treat yourself to a little extra luxury with this pure cashmere jumper, which has a Holmes-approved V-neck and comes in nine colours. Multiple customers have praised its benefits; one noted its “excellent quality” and another said they had “been looking for thick and beautiful cashmere sweaters and this one is a great value.”

Adrianna Papell Three Quarter Sleeve Double Knit

Amazon

$30 $25 on Amazon

Looking for a layering top that works for you? Enter this two-in-one style, which includes a black or navy three-quarter sleeve sweater to choose from over a striped button-down shirt.

Take Katie Holmes’ style lead and shop stylish fashion items from $20 on Amazon

Madewell Easy Y-neck button-up

Amazon

$88 on Amazon

Take a page out of Oprah’s striped shirt book with this Madewell style, featuring bold vertical stripes and mismatched stripes on the collar and cuffs. It’s finished with a chest pocket and elbow buttons to easily roll up the cuffs and secure them in place.

Hotouch button-down slim shirt

Amazon

$20 on Amazon

The slim fit and straight collar give this button-down shirt a similar vibe to that of Holmes. “It’s the epitome of quiet luxury,” enthused one customer, who received the shirt for free, adding that it’s “such an amazing shirt for work or to wear with linen trousers and a cardigan.”

J.ver Button-up shirt without creases

Amazon

$20 $17 on Amazon

Easily master sweater and shirt layering with this button-up, which is designed from a wrinkle-free cotton, polyester and spandex blend. In addition to white like the one worn by Holmes, it comes in 31 other colors and sizes from XS to 6X.

Zeagoo button-down shirt with a classic fit

Amazon

$20 $17 on Amazon

This button-down shirt is designed for a slightly relaxed fit, making it ideal for layering under an oversized sweater or on its own. “I can get dressed [it] for a more formal outfit or dress [it] down for casual wear,” said one customer, who received the item for free, while other reviewers said it was “the perfect blouse for work” and “long enough to tuck into trousers”.

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