9 Easy Ways To Style Your Favorite Pair Of Jeans
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Jeans are a timeless wardrobe staple that can be worn year-round and styled differently depending on the occasion. There are endless combinations for styling denim and a variety of washes and finishes to choose from. So if you’re looking for some ways to wear your favorite jeans — keep reading!
How To Style Your Favorite Jeans
We’re detailing some basic concepts on how to put together outfits with jeans, both with your other go-to closet favorites and as a statement item here and there. You’ll be prepared for any occasion—such as a casual Friday at the office, date night, grocery shopping, weekend brunch, and more.
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Wide Leg Jeans
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While skinny jeans will always be chic in our book, it’s fun to switch up your wardrobe with different denim fits and play around with how to style them. Wide leg jeans are trending—in part to Gen-Z’s emphasis on comfortable and roomy silhouettes—and we’re here for it.
High-rise, wide leg jeans aren’t quite a flare or a bootcut style. They’re more similar to trousers that flow outward, while also cinching you in at the waist. Don’t mistake wide leg for baggy, though! You can definitely size up for a more relaxed, baggy fit, but wide leg jeans are just as flattering in a form-fitting size.
Zara’s High Rise Wide Leg Jeans have the ideal relaxed fit — a slightly wide leg pair that still offers a flattering silhouette from the waist down. The jeans come in black and light blue shades, but we prefer the look of the sleek and sexy black wash. Made with a rigid shape, the jeans hug your curves ,but are still comfortable thanks to that wide cut.
How to Style Wide Leg Jeans
This style of denim is perfect for a fun night out or weekend brunch, but is also structured enough to wear for a casual day at the office (in the right wash!). Style high-rise wide leg jeans with a form-fitting sports bra or tank top, like the Dylan Bra from Girlfriend Collective. Level up the outfit by layering a neutral button-up that’s errand-ready as well as office appropriate. Finish the look with stylish everyday sneakers and a trendy hair clip.
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Skinny Jeans
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Skinny jeans have been a favorite denim shape for the last decade, and though they get some shade, they’re still a reliable pair to have in your drawer. They’re loved for their versatility and flattering fit, and we’re keeping ours. Skinny jeans have a classic (and obviously tight) fit that can be styled for day or night in any number of ways.
Everlane has high-quality denim and we love the brand’s variety of skinny jean options. The Way-High Skinny Jean is made with organic cotton and Ecovero fabric and is available in four timeless washes and two lengths to accommodate our petite and tall friends.
How to Style Skinny Jeans
Wear your favorite skinny jeans with a basic top—a white tee or button down—and a colorful purse. We love the look of skinny jeans with narrow, minimal shoes to streamline your figure and keep the outfit simple for year-round wear. Finish the look with a laid-back trucker hat of your choice, or a headband for a more office-appropriate style.
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Distressed Jeans
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Next up, we have a style of jeans that should be a staple in your wardrobe for all your casual outings—distressed denim. We love the laid back outfits that can be created with a pair of distressed jeans without putting in too much effort.
Good American has plenty of distressed jeans in regular and plus sizes: skinny jeans, boyfriend styles, cropped jeans, and washes from faded blue to black. There are ranging levels of distressed to fit your taste—some as minimal as a pair with a ripped knee and others as extensive as a pair that appears shredded all the way down the front of the legs.
How to Style Distressed Jeans
What better way to balance your distressed jeans than with a babydoll drop top? We love mixing bold colors like red and black with light wash jeans. Finish the look with black sandals and sunglasses to add a bit of grunge feeling.
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Boyfriend Jeans
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Another style of jeans perfect for the ultra laid back vibe? Boyfriend jeans. There’s nothing like this loose and effortless fit. Seen on celebrities and in fashion magazines for years, boyfriend jeans don’t seem to be going out of style anytime soon.
A boyfriend jean’s baggy silhouette can be challenging to style, but it’s easier than it looks since the waist isn’t too baggy and many boyfriend styles often have a slightly cropped length. Old Navy has a handful of different boyfriend jean styles, and we love the look and feel of a mid-rise waist and stringy hem to lean into the leisurely look.
How to Style Boyfriend Jeans
Capitalize on the relaxed fit of your boyfriend jeans by pairing them with a graphic tee that you can wear loose or partially tucked in. Throw on some sneakers to keep it casual, or some block heels for a more evening appropriate look.
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White Jeans
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White jeans are—simply put—jeans that are white. They can be any length or style, but they count as their own category because they have a certain sophisticated air to them. Can’t you imagine wearing them on a sailboat or to a polo match? White jeans will show any dirt or distress, so save these for a particular outing where you know you can keep them clean.
Everlane has clean, chic denim and the Rigid Slouch Jean is just another example. The white jeans are minimal and flattering, without being too structured. They’re great for the office or the evening, and you can pair them with any color to really add contrast.
How to Style White Jeans
Style white jeans with color, whether it be contrasting shades like navy, black, or emerald, to capitalize on your color scheme. We love green and white for a laid-back (yet striking) outfit, like this emerald mock neck paired with strappy sandals. Finish the look with jewelry in a gold shade to look and feel your best.
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Baggy Jeans
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Baggy jeans are obviously named, too—a loose, baggy pair that fit and yet don’t quite fit at the same time. These types of jeans are stylish and lazy at the same time, and they are slowly becoming more and more popular, thanks to styling TikToks.
For a reliable baggy jean, we suggest Madewell, especially the Baggy Tapered Jean, in case you aren’t ready to fully commit to total bagginess. The taper gives an almost balloon-like shape that hugs your figure more than it hangs off it.
How to Style Baggy Jeans
Baggy jeans are low-key and comfortable, and they’ll make you want to keep your outfit simple and cozy. Opt for a tank or tee under a cardigan. Keep the comfy vibe going with simple earrings and slip-on shoes, like these suede clogs.
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Flare Jeans
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Flare jeans look just like they sound. They can sometimes be bell-bottoms, but the distinguishing characteristic that separates them from baggy jeans or bootcut jeans is how the jean flares out left and right from the lower shin down. Flare jeans are often high-waisted and are a great option for any occasion that calls for a bit of pizazz.
Levi’s is perhaps the most trusted denim brand, and its High Rise Flare Jean has a perfect silhouette. The soft black denim hugs the hips and makes the legs look extra long, with a perfect widening flare that starts just below the knees.
How to Style Flare Jeans
Have fun with your flare jeans by dressing them up for an office happy hour or girl’s night out. Wear a bodysuit to not distract from the denim’s shape, and you can always add a shawl or sweater on colder nights. Find a heel that lets the flare fall just above the ground, and have fun with accessories like a bright clutch and statement earrings.
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Mom Jeans
If you can’t picture mom jeans, think of ‘90s sitcoms like Seinfeld and Friends where most of the characters wear a light-wash, belly-button high pair of straight leg jeans—the vintage ‘90s jeans. This type of jean is ideal for a casual day of college classes or errands, and could also be worn to events like GameDay, a concert, or the movies.
Most popular denim brands have an iconic mom jean, but the Ultra High Rise ‘90s Straight Jean from Abercrombie & Fitch does everything perfectly. From the high waist to the medium wash, this pair is perfect for any vintage-inspired outfit. Levi’s, which had the original mom jean with its 505s, has an ‘80s Mom Jean that is sustainable, tapered, and high-waisted.
How to Style Mom Jeans
You can wear Mom jeans in so many ways, but no one did it better than Princess Diana. Pay homage to her with a vintage ‘90s jean, paired with a mock neck, blazer, and versatile loafers. Finish the look with your choice of bag and accessories suited to your plans.
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Cropped Jeans
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For transitional seasons like early spring and late summer, cropped jeans excel! You can often find any jean in various lengths or a petite size, but cropped jeans tend to be a tad shorter and end above the ankle. Some crops are hemmed, some are unfinished, some are distressed, and many can be DIY-ed with scissors and a cheap pair from your local thrift store.
Consider the high-quality denim brand Agolde for a cropped style, like the Riley High Waist Crop Straight Leg Jeans. The medium wash goes with most clothing, and the hem is clean cut with a touch of frayed edges.
How to Style Cropped Jeans
Cropped jeans are a fun way to show off a pair of shoes (like clogs), so build your outfit from the ground up. Depending on your color preferences, match your shoes with a loose top, like this recycled, sheer button up. Add a simple necklace and a crossbody bag and you’re ready to hit the town.
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