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Katie Holmes Finally Dresses Her Age

by Marissa Gold (Subscribe to Marissa Gold's posts)
Posted Nov 30th 2009 at 4:25PM  
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Katie as hot young star (left) vs. matronly (right). Photo: Jason LaVeris, FilmMagic | Paul Morigi, WireImage

Katie Holmes first captured our hearts in "Dawson's Creek" as a young, fresh-faced star. But as soon as she met Tom Cruise, she abandoned her girly, youthful look, chopped off her hair, and started dressing kind of, well, matronly.

Now, that's not to say we don't understand; It can't be easy juggling movie roles, her role as a mom, and globe-trotting from movie sets to premieres at a moment's notice.

Still, we couldn't help but feel a bit disappointed every time Holmes was photographed in an unflattering pantsuit (shown here, right) or big, shapeless sweater.

Thankfully, at a Hollywood event this weekend, Katie turned it out on the red carpet (shown here, left). The star looked young again in a black mini dress, criss-cross black heels, and a gray leather jacket.

Her hair was pulled back, seemingly self-styled, but it worked -- we were sick of seeing those stiff, unforgiving Posh-like hairstyles anyway.

So thank you, Katie Holmes, for this Thanksgiving style moment. We hope you've thrown the mom pants away for good and enjoy your youth while it lasts!

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At the "Serious Moonlight" movie premiere on December 3, 2009, Meg Ryan wore a long-sleeve, full-length floral dress that reminded us of an Oriental rug. The star usually looks effortlessly gorgeous in simpler, chicer attire, as seen here (right) at another event.

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In sweats and white running shoes no one would believe Katie Holmes is considered to be a style icon. By keeping a simple gray top and a scarf, but ditching the disastrous bottom half of the outfit, Holmes looks fashion forward but not over dressed.

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Drew Barrymore's plaid frock and combat boots ensemble (right) is a throwback to the grunge-filled '90s. It's not necessary date night attire (she is out on the town with on-again-off-again-on-again beau Justin Long). On a different day, the actress rocks flannel in true hipster fashion with a cropped leather jacket, an Iron Maiden tee, and lace-up knee high boots. (Bonus points to you Ms. Barrymore for matching your sunglasses to your belt!)

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An oversized hoodie and Uggs can't conceal the fierceness that is known as Beyonce. The pop singer landed at JFK International Airport in New York City with her entourage of bodyguards dressed like a college freshman. But on a brighter day, she touches down dressed in head-to-toe black including trendy sunglasses to block the camera's flash.

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The 42-year-old singer wore this Ugly Betty meets Fat Albert inspired ensemble out to lunch with a friend. Now we know your friends are supposed to love you unconditionally, but even a BFF would be within their rights to be slightly embarrassed dinning out with someone in this outfit! On a much better day Janet Jackson proves she knows how to work a classic L.B.D. to create a chic low maintenance look.

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Sure, everyone loves to wrap up in a warm comforter, but the Grey's Anatomy's starlet looks took that cozy concept to the next leaving, wearing a top that resembles a blankie with sleeves. On a better day, Katherine Heigl's tunic and boots combo proves that style and comfort can go together.

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Menswear is hot this season, but that doesn't mean you can mix any old item you find in your BF's closet into your wardrobe. This XL hoodie and long skirt combination looks just plain lazy and adds major pounds to Jessica Simpson's petite 5 foot 3 inch frame. Simpson shows she can do menswear the right way, rocking a double breasted blazer with tailored jeans.

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Sky-high stilettos are not meant to be paired with a baseball hat, Eva Longoria, not on the red carpet and not even when you're running errands. As the Desperate Housewife clearly knows, a plain button down paired with skinny jeans and flats is the fashion forward way to race around town.

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Mary-Kate Olsen is eccentric and we respect that, but if she must wear something that resembles a yak pelt, the least she can do is pair it with slim leggings and stylish boots, rather than denim cut-offs and Converse.

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In essence both these looks are comprised of a ponytail, a tank top and a casual pant, but swapping baggy sweats for a flattering pair of jeans takes Hilary Duff's look from a sloppy don't to a classic fashion do.

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CodeguruXXX, 12-01-2009, 7:56AM

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CodeguruXXX

Are you telling me... some female change their clothes on a day to day basis!? What a damn newsworthy event!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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alschrod, 12-01-2009, 9:35AM

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alschrod

What do the editors find wrong with "mom" jeans and flat shoes? Last time I looked, moms were starting at around 16 years old and even mature ones looked pretty darn good in "their" jeans! Furthermore, i think most people would agree that stilletto heels have out-lived their usefulness in trying to make females look sexier. Even formally, an otherwise nicely dressed woman can look super sharp in low shoes, and don't have to worry about tripping or walking carefully.Katie Holmes is pretty enough to wear anything, and dressing casually ought to be her prerogative, not some annoying, camera-toting jerk!

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jswanlake12, 12-01-2009, 9:39AM

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Her face is shiny and her hair is just messy. Who puts a gray jacket over a pretty black dress? Don't celebs have people to dress them?

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Blackdog, 12-01-2009, 10:07AM

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Blackdog

Sorry, but the shoes look horrible. Not sexy heels at all. And women look awful with muscle legs. They don't look sexy at all. She looks average if anything. Not sexy by any means.

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jefferal, 12-01-2009, 10:10AM

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jefferal

And yet she... can barely manage something resembling a smile since joining with Mr. Cruise and his gang of merrymakers.

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Jenn, 12-01-2009, 11:07AM

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Jenn

This article is insulting to mothers and women everywhere! Katie looks beautiful in her "mom" pants as do other women. (I personally do not consider flowing, silky pants as "mom pants" anyhow)....either way, women do not have to dress like sex objects or show skin to be attractive and youthful looking.

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carolyn, 12-01-2009, 7:51PM

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I agree. I always thought Katie represented herself well and modest, especially she was newly married and a mom. Her hairstyles and pantsuits looked just great on her. She certainly doesn't need to flaunt her body, it's no ones business anyway. And you can tell she has a great figure in her pantsuits anyway, not everyone can wear them, And she seems to compliment just about anything she wears.

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embtaylor, 12-01-2009, 11:34AM

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With all her (Tom's money), you'd think she could do something with her hair. Or perhaps it's just that since she married her Scientologist, there's nothing she does that I like.

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SEXY ONE, 12-01-2009, 11:54AM

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SEXY ONE

She might have changed her clothing look, but what about her hair?

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Kurt, 12-01-2009, 1:24PM

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Kurt

after the New World Order takes over,most people will get to wear their choice of three jumpsuits...pale orange,pale green,or light blue...also you can wear two or three different hair styles...Shaved head or very short for men...or the same or pony tail for women

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susanw, 12-04-2009, 11:50AM

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I liked katie in her "boyfriend jeans" and cute short hair. she looked great and i bet her hair was no fuss ... as for legs, I've seen sexier ones in short skirts, but she still rocks it!

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jack, 12-01-2009, 3:49PM

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those are the worst looking legs ive seen in a long while plain ugly

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jbjg24m, 12-01-2009, 5:48PM

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jbjg24m

damn, shes fat !

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debbiegab25, 12-01-2009, 7:59PM

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debbiegab25

Forget about what Katie Holmes is dressed in. And yes, her hair isn't what it used to be. Can someone explain to me how her child can have a million dollar wardrode yet whenever you see her in magazines, her hair is hanging in her eyes and she's a mess. This is when she's dressed in her satin shoes and fancy dress. Katie, please fix your daughter's hair. It looks neglected and has since she's been a toddler! Buy some clips, barretts, bows, or whatever but please get it out of her eyes. What a shame to have such a beautiful child and in photo shoots, this poor child is always holding her hair back or looks like she can't see @ all.

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Melissa, 7-21-2010, 4:59PM

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I think she always looks adorable. You go Katie girl.

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