Jean Smart Wore St. John On Jimmy Kimmel Live

Jean Smart is having a moment—and not just because Hacks is back and better than ever. Last week, she brought her signature wit and charm to Jimmy Kimmel Live, chatting all things Deborah Vance, Costa Rica ziplining adventures, working with the legendary Carol Burnett, and her upcoming Broadway one-woman show Call Me Izzy. A legend in conversation and style.

For her guest appearance, Jean gave us a delightful visual treat in a St. John Resort 2025 ensemble that was quietly chic but hard to ignore. The look consisted of a slit skirt paired with a matching turtleneck sweater, complete with pearl and grommet details. Yes—the car-wash skirt is officially back, reimagined here with elegance and bite. It’s giving springtime and edge that Jean pulls off effortlessly.

I love how fresh this look feels—not “modern” in the sense of chasing trends, but in that timeless, grown-woman-knows-exactly-who-she-is way. There’s something quietly rebellious about embracing classic elegance and adding a twist.

An elegant updo kept things refined, while silver metallic Sarah Flint pumps and Saulé jewels completed her look. This is how you do evening talk show style with intelligence, personality and just the right amount of flair. Jean Smart is always dressing the part of icon.

Stylist: Micah Schifman.

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