Prudential Center

News

It can be said that the official unofficial first family of Boston (or New England for that matter), are the Kennedys. With the recent re-interest of John F. Kennedy, Jr (JFK Jr.) and Caroline Bessette-Kennedy (CBK), the world is reminded that great style is always timeless. 

CBK’s iconic style is defined by ’90s minimalist chic, with effortless sophistication, neutral palettes, tailored staples, and a mix of high-low styling. 

JFK Jr. was known for his effortless quiet luxury aesthetic that blended ‘90s preppy Americana with relaxed, tailored sophistication that mirrored his approachable, yet polished public image.

Keep reading to learn how some of the Prudential Center’s retailers can help you add CBK and JFK Jr. inspired pieces to your wardrobe. 

SAKS FIFTH AVENUE

Since being established in 1924, Saks Fifth Avenue has become a global icon of style and innovation. Just like CBK! For her signature mix of high-fashion and simple pieces, Saks is an everflowing resource to find key elements of CBK’s style, from tailored blazers and crisp button-downs to silk slip dresses, as well as some of her favorite brands including Prada and Miu Miu. 

While shopping, keep in mind that CBK championed the classic combo of beige and black, favored texture over pattern to add depth to her monochrome outfits, and chose practical yet elegant footwear like Manolo Blahnik kitten heels, knee-high boots, and classic pumps.

BUCK MASON

With shelves chock full of modern American classics, where better to help stock up on JFK Jr. inspired pieces than Buck Mason? This retailer has it covered when emulating JFK Jr.’s style that featured crisp shirts, slightly loose-fitting, high-end blazers, jeans or chinos, and casual staples like a Seafarer Cotton Beanie and sweaters (tied over the shoulders of course!). Overall, keeping to off-white cream staples and warm brown accessories will ensure you’re also looking like America’s Prince. 

SUNGLASS HUT

Sunglasses were a quintessential accessory for both Carolyn and John Jr. Look no further than Sunglass Hut!

CBK was always seen wearing her signature dark frames. Ray-Ban offers similar small oval shapes – like the Zuri Bio-Based – that come close to her favorite Aldo frames by Selima Optique. Reflecting his high-end, yet approachable style, JFK Jr. favorited sporty styles as well as circular rimmed sunglasses.

SHINOLA

Shinola has you covered with leather bags and classic watch styles that Carolyn and John were both known for. With products made in America, Shinola was conceived with the belief that products should be well made and built to last. 

Polished and practical, Shinola’s leather briefcases and structured tote bags elevate the workday and are made for daily life and everything that comes with it. Look to Shinola’s Runwell Watch Collection, inspired by the earliest American wristwatches, to capture CBK’s spirit of timeless design. For both of JFK Jr’s sporty and classic style, Shinola’s sport watches combine rugged durability with advanced features and bold design; classic watches, like the Runwell, are designed to be worn and loved for a lifetime.

Your own John F. Kennedy, Jr. and Caroline Bessette-Kennedy fashion love story begins at Prudential Center. See you in the Center as you weave in classic 90’s style in today’s modern wardrobe.