We’re not entirely sold on the preppy trend for spring 2026 just yet—despite the pushy PR emails clogging our inboxes. That said, Katie Holmes makes a compelling case for classic-meets-court jester as a modern twist on the old argyle sweater routine. Rather than the usual crisscross pattern, Holmes’ sweater features solid block diamonds in bold colors for a harlequin look that is honestly a breath of fresh air. It’s fun and different and not too fussy, is what it is.
The actor was spotted in the look while enjoying her coffee in a walk in Los Angeles, and she paired the comfy top with slacks, flats (The Row’s $920 leather Stella slipper), a simple all-black purse, plus tortoiseshell sunglasses. Her specific sweater comes from British brand Boden: It’s the Anastasia cashmere sweater in the colorway multi harlequin ($220). If you’re as in love with these colors as we are, Boden also makes a multi harlequin double-breasted trench coat ($420)—though there’s something about the pure cashmere that really makes the pattern sing.
Our question: did she get that coffee sleeve because it matched her sweater? You can find pink coffee sleeves at plenty of places around Los Angeles, but given that Katie is kind of a pro at this street style sponcon game, we wouldn’t put it past her and her team to art direct even her to-go cup. Props.
Another key to not overdoing the preppy look: her relaxed styling. Minimal makeup, loose hair, basic accessories. If she had a headband, a ponytail, and loafers, it would look like a costume. But letting the neck of her white t-shirt peek through at the top tells us that this outfit was made with both style and comfort in mind, not a slavish devotion to trends. It’s just a touch of harlequin, which reminds us…isn’t there a new Bridgerton season due soon?
