When you’re staring down a busy day, some strategic styling is pretty much an essential. Layered outfits, comfortable shoes, and a roomy tote are all standard-issue for a jam-packed schedule, but it’s crucial to not forget about everything happening above the neck, too. Angelina Jolie is tasked with a pretty hefty load: she’s caring for her kids, managing her work obligations, and balancing her humanitarian efforts — but she doesn’t neglect her relatively new blonde highlights in the process. Jolie’s French twist updo is at once a timeless and practical hairstyle for running between appointments and events without sacrificing any polish. Though a more unexpected alternative to a classic ponytail, the best part about this hairstyle is that it’s not at all difficult to nail, even if you’ve only got a few minutes to pull it all together.

Jolie was spotted with the sleek, combed-back bun in Rome, with her breezy outfit matching the effortless elegance of her hairstyle. Notably, her updo is less formally structured than a traditional French twist, a bit looser and lower-pinned. But really, that’s what makes the look so cool — it’s far more casual than the tight, hairspray-stiffened roll she might have if she were stepping out onto the red carpet rather than Rome’s cobblestone streets.

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While the Italian paps didn’t manage to capture a clear pic of the hairstyle’s backside, even the quick glimpse in profile managed to show off a flash of her golden blonde highlights. When Jolie first switched up her signature deep brunette shade earlier this year, she made the choice to largely concentrate the color toward her ends, like a 2023 version of ombré. The result is such that when she twists it all up, the top of her hair and the bun itself are two complementary shades.

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The Maleficent star has worn her hair in a pseudo-French twist several times before over the years, but there’s always something special about seeing her opt for the look “in the wild.” Red carpet hair moments are always excellent for gathering big event and overall trend inspiration, but there’s nothing like a casual European stroll to really a co-sign a style. Follow Jolie’s excellent example and try it out this weekend.

Angelina Jolie Wore All Her Go-To Pieces To Dinner With Her Kids

Trench coat, check. Designer bag, check.

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The words Angelina Jolie and quiet luxury go hand in hand. Take a look at the actor’s off-duty style from over the years and you’ll see that she’s always invested in luxe staples. Those seemingly plain pants she wore in 2013? They’re from Saint Laurent. Her kaftan dress from 2019? It’s The Row. If you want to know what other brands and pieces she opts for to achieve this minimalist aesthetic, just look at her outfit from last night. Jolie wore a white trench, Valentino bag, black dress, and pumps while grabbing dinner with her 𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘥ren Shiloh, Pax, and Zahara at BondST Restaurant in New York City.

Her whole look felt very on-brand for her, as she always wears some variation of these items — be it a simple black shift or a polished trench — and they’re always in muted colors. In fact, Jolie’s wardrobe essentials come in shades of cream, ivory, black, and beige about 99% of the time. Although the exact brands in her dinner outfit have yet to be identified (we’re sure they’re all from renowned luxury labels), her purse with the unmissable gold V logo is called the Valentino Stud Sign Shoulder Bag. It was a sleek and elegant addition to her going-out attire, plus it nicely played into her understated aesthetic.

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This isn’t the first time the actor’s worn pieces from Valentino; in fact, it’s one of the most beloved brands in her closet. In addition to this bag style, she also owns the Supervee in black and the Roman Stud purse plus a variety of shoes, from boots to sandals, from the maison. Thus, if you want to channel Jolie’s style, you might consider investing in similar essentials. For the fashion detectives out there, below is a closer look at Jolie’s designer bag and the jewelry she wore on Monday night. She accessorized with an effortless gold bracelet and diamond rings.

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Ahead, shop the necessary items to tap into Jolie’s subtle and sophisticated vibe for whatever activity you’re doing this year.