Mandy Moore’s Denim Jacket and Comfy Shoes Were Ideal for Dancing Around with Her Former Costars

Welcome to The Blueprint, where we break down the celebrity looks we want to wear right now and build them back up, piece by piece.   

Like clockwork, I was practically in tears at the end of every single episode of This Is Us when it was on air. Naturally, I was even sadder when the show ended — but Mandy Moore, Sterling K. Brown, and Chris Sullivan just launched a series-themed podcast, and I’m basically crying happy tears. 

Another thing that makes it all the better? Getting to see Moore’s IRL style, and then using it as a blueprint for my own. For example, the three costars were recently seen dancing around in a Instagram video, and Moore’s outfit was sweet as “Candy,” if I do say so myself: She had on a black outfit, a blue denim jacket, and some comfy-looking Mary Jane flats, which Katie Holmes has worn twice. 

It’s hard to tell whether Moore’s base was two pieces or not, but either way, a breezy dress looks similar and is even more streamlined since it’s a one-and-done style. And just because the weather is warming up doesn’t mean you won’t need a jacket either. Denim styles, which have recently been spotted on stars, like Julianne Moore, Sydney Sweeney, and Selena Gomez, will warm you up on chilly nights or when in frigid offices or grocery stores without bringing down the fashion status of the look. 

Mandy Moore’s Outfit Blueprint

Zesica A-Line Maxi Dress

Have you ever spent your summers in 100+ degree weather? Because I have, and it requires wearing clothing that’s not going to make my day more uncomfortable by any means. That means choosing styles that aren’t too tight or too heavy, and, of course, it has to be cute. 

And this Zesica dress achieves all three: It looks flowy and loose, it’s very “light,” according to many shoppers, and it has more than one stylish detail, like its smocking, frilly straps, and tiered bottom. Plus, it’s doubly discounted now thanks to a coupon that applies at checkout. 

Wrangler Authentics Stretch Denim Jacket

Finding a solid denim jacket is like looking for a needle in a haystack. But I’m following Amazon shoppers’ leads and eyeing this one from Wrangler. It looks like a proper length — one that’s not too cropped or too oversized — and has a wash that looks lived-in, but not a grunge acid-wash way. It’s also been bought more than 1,000 times this month, and it has more than 15,000 perfect ratings. 

Tn Tangnest Mary Jane Flats

I’ve been a sneaker gal for the past few years, but lately, my scales have certainly been tipped toward flats, and now Mary Janes. This pair is under $30, so my budget won’t take a hit, and the bold hue is just the thing I’ve been looking for to break up the monotony of my neutral looks. 

I’ve been wanting more out of my spring wardrobe — and Mandy Moore has delivered. Keep scrolling to shop other styles inspired by the actress now. 

Anrabess Tiered A-Line Maxi Dress

Naggoo T-Shirt Maxi Dress

The Drop Zain Elongated Denim Jacket

Vivaia Margot Mary Jane Flat Shoes

Cushionaire Sonnet Mary Jane Knit Flat