On April 9, 2014, in New York City, Jennifer Garner delivered a textbook example of her off-duty style philosophy—practical, unfussy, and anchored by footwear that defined the era.
Dressed in a relaxed grey sweatshirt and Rag & Bone pajama jeans, she finished the look with grey Rag & Bone Newbury Classic Canvas booties, a choice that felt especially resonant at the time. Other celebrity fans included Jessica Alba, Isla Fisher, and Jessica Chastain.
Between 2010 and 2014, the Newbury had reached peak popularity, becoming one of the early 2010s’ most recognizable ankle boots and a cornerstone of the model-off-duty uniform seen across SoHo, street-style blogs, and celebrity candids alike.
Jennifer Garner effortlessly combines casual and chic in a grey sweatshirt, pajama jeans, and Rag & Bone booties while out in New York City (Credit: TNYF / WENN)
With its clean lines, round toe, and walkable stacked heel, the Newbury offered rare balance—polished enough to elevate casual dressing, yet functional enough for city life.
Garner’s styling captured exactly why the boot endured: it added structure and intention without disrupting the ease of the outfit, proving that the right shoe can turn everyday basics into a look that still feels relevant years later.
Long associated with a mom-on-the-go approach to dressing, Garner has consistently favored comfort—but moments like this reveal how deliberate footwear keeps her off-duty looks polished, functional, and enduring over the years.
Think of the pajama jeans as the close kin of boyfriend jeans. The key difference is that pajama jeans feature a gartered hem, making the fitted bottom with a muffin effect easier to achieve.
Jennifer Garner steps out in New York City on April 9, 2014, grounding her relaxed grey sweatshirt and Rag & Bone pajama jeans with classic Rag & Bone Newbury canvas booties, finished with a Louis Vuitton Sofia Coppola SC PM bag for effortless off-duty polish (Credit: TNYF / WENN)
This is a case study in haphazardly chic—an easy, unfussy formula that works when dressing up isn’t the priority, but looking pulled together still is.
The pajama-style jeans add a relaxed touch, while the shared Rag & Bone pairing—denim and boots—gives the outfit cohesion, proving how consistency in footwear can quietly elevate even the most casual daytime look.
More Shoe-Led Style Moments From Jennifer Garner and Rag & Bone
Garner’s April 2014 off-duty look is part of a much broader pattern—one defined by practical silhouettes, dependable designers, and footwear that quietly sharpens the overall effect.
From red-carpet pumps to everyday ankle boots, both Jennifer Garner and Rag & Bone have consistently demonstrated how thoughtful shoe choices anchor personal style.
The curated features below offer further examples of how this approach plays out across events, seasons, and settings.
👠 Shoe & Fashion Highlights: Jennifer Garner + Rag & Bone
- ✨ Why Celebrities Love Rag & Bone Boots and Denim — A deep dive into the brand’s influence on celebrity street style, including mentions of Jennifer Garner among other stars.
- 👠 Jennifer Garner’s Height and Heels — A look at how designer footwear, from Louboutins to Santoni, shapes her red-carpet and off-duty style.
- 🎬 Jennifer Garner in Dolce & Gabbana and Louboutin “Banana” Heels — A red-carpet moment anchored by statement pumps at the American Cinematheque Awards.
- 👟 Jennifer Garner Swaps Santoni Heels for Sneakers — A footwear-led look from the Family Switch premiere that balances polish and practicality.
- 👢 Sophia Bush Rocks Rag & Bone Boots in LA — A street-style appearance featuring the brand’s signature Newbury booties.
- 🔥 Jessica Alba Steps Out in Rag & Bone’s Newbury Booties — A classic example of the label’s ankle boots in an everyday celebrity look.