Jennifer Lopez in St. Barts on Dec. 30, 2023.Photo:Spread Pictures/MEGA
Spread Pictures/MEGA
The Motheractress was spotted taking a casual stroll down a white-sand beach in St. Barts in the Caribbean on Saturday, ahead of the new year.
Lopez, 54, was photographed wearing a black string bikini that highlighted her toned abs and arms, along with a flowy patterned robe. She paired the look with a cream-colored, wide-brim hat.
Late Sunday evening, the star markedNew Year’s Evewith an Instagram post featuringa series of photosof herself dressed in a cream-colored silk suit, dark furry jacket and black, flat-brimmed hat.
Lopez and husbandBen Affleck, whorang in 2024 together, could be seen swaying arm-in-arm as they watched a fireworks display outside their window ina video Lopez postedon her Instagram Story on Sunday night.
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck on New Year’s Eve.Jennifer Lopez Instagram
Jennifer Lopez Instagram
The singer and actress opted for a more laid-back style while on vacation, which was a stark contrast from the glamorous ensemble she donned for her and Affleck’sstar-studded Christmas bashat their Los Angeles home last month.
For that soirée, Lopez wore a long redMagda Butrymgown, which featured rose appliqués on her right shoulder. Sheshared three picturesfeaturing the festiveChristmaslook on her Instagram at the time.
One photo included a shot of Lopez putting on her lip gloss while she showed off her long-sleeved gown. Another closeup shot captured theMarry Mestar staring directly at her reflection, displaying her glam: a dark bronzed smokey eye, bright peach blush and nude metallic lip gloss. Lopez’s hair was styled with an Old Hollywood glamour-inspired blowout.
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The last photo displayed the actress giving a final look in the mirror as she placed the lip gloss back on her vanity while her hairstylist,Lorenzo Martin, stood in the background.
Jennifer Lopez dressed for her 2023 holiday party.Jennifer Lopez/Instagram
Jennifer Lopez/Instagram
Lopez also wore a blue-green sequined dress later in the evening as she sang “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” alongside guestJenifer Lewis, while behind a grand piano. Other celebrities in attendance includedMargot Robbie,Michael B. JordanandLily Rabe.
The house was also decorated in holiday decor for the special celebration, with a huge Christmas tree at the entrance.
A source told PEOPLE that Lopez and Affleck, 51, were “both in such good spirits" at the party.
“The kids were all there dancing and having a great time, especially the twins andViolet,” added the source, referring to Lopez’s childrenMaxandEmme, 15, plus Affleck’s 18-year-old daughter with ex-wifeJennifer Garner.
Affleck and Garner, 51, also share daughterSeraphina, 14, and sonSamuel, 11, while Lopez shares her twins with ex-husbandMarc Anthony.
source: people.com
