CNN's Kaitlan Collins Aged Herself In Jacket That Didn't Flatter Her Style

CNN journalist Kaitlan Collins is 33, but a jacket she wore in an Instagram post from May 2025 made it look like she was prepping for a garden party at the senior center. Crisp and overly formal, it's the kind of blazer that whispers "retired socialite" rather than "sharp-witted correspondent." The cut is stiff enough to stand on its own, and the glaring white fabric practically begs for a grass stain. And those green embellishments? Let's just say they'd feel more at home on a holiday table runner.

Paired with a plain white dress and oversized sunglasses, the whole ensemble landed somewhere between "Real Housewives reunion" and "Florida bingo chic," and was far from a winning monochromatic outfit. Collins, who usually nails sharp, modern silhouettes, got lost in the jacket, which belongs in a '90s soap opera wardrobe.

To make matters worse, Fox News host Dana Perino, who is 53, posted a video of herself wearing the exact same jacket on the exact same day on Instagram. Cue a fashion Twilight Zone. Though the jacket fails to flatter either journalist, it at least appeared to be age-appropriate for Perino. Unfortunately for Collins, it aged her a good two decades and made her look like she wandered into the wrong network's wardrobe closet.

Though Kaitlan Collins has been caught red-handed rocking outdated trends that make us cringe, more often than not, she knows how to turn heads. During the 2025 White House Correspondents' Dinner in April, Collins wowed in a sleek, strapless black gown — and for good reason. The fit was flawless, hugging her frame without veering into overly tight territory, and the satin finish added just the right amount of shine for a red carpet moment. The neckline was clean and classic, letting her glowing skin and sculpted collarbones take center stage. Paired with a structured mini bag and minimalist jewelry, the look struck a perfect balance between timeless and modern.

What really elevated this outfit was the confidence behind it. It is elegant, yes, but it also carries a whisper of danger, the kind of energy that says, "do not let the pearls fool you." Collins is no stranger to spicy outfits, but this one proves that subtle seduction can be just as powerful. With her hair swept back and her makeup soft and polished, this look is a quiet showstopper. Classic, chic, and absolutely on point. It's almost a tragedy of timing that Collins wore this knockout black gown before stepping out in that now-infamous white jacket. Let us just chalk the jacket up to a rare fashion plot twist.