If you want to embrace a low-key, cool-girl aesthetic this party season, embellished jeans are your hot ticket. From baggy styles juxtaposed with ladylike pearls to classic black denim encrusted with tough-luxe rhinestones, scroll down to shop our edit of the best embellished jeans to wear throughout the festive season and beyond.

A party invitation doesn’t necessarily mean a party frock. While we adore a festive red satin slip or a sumptuous black velvet mini, sometimes you just want to wear your jeans. If that sounds like you, embellished denim is an easy way to do cool evening looks, and still have a sprinkle of high-octane glam.

A party invitation doesn’t neccessarily mean a party frock – something you just want to wear your jeans.

On the high street, we love French Connection’s black/grey wash covered in tiny crystals. Paired with a fuzzy cardigan or a tie-neck blouse and classic black heels, this look perfectly nails that high/low balance.

If you’re after something with a little more impact, head to Free People. Their styles are very much in the “more is more” camp – think silver stars emblazoned across black jeans or a cluster of flora-shaped diamantes on light-wash, baggy denim. Keep the rest of the look low-key with a simple white tee and a timeless bouclé jacket.

Finally, if you’re into a more streamlined and classic shape, we love Levi’s Ribcage Super High-Waist pair featuring a dusting of tiny crystals. Pair them with a pretty white blouse or tuck in your favourite winter knit.

Shop the embellished jeans edit…

Ablack tux blazer and white tee will forever be classic, but add a pair of pearl-embellished jeans and the combo takes on a whole new vibe.

A woman stands on a city street wearing a navy sleeveless top with open sides and light blue, high-waisted, embellished jeans. She has her hand in her pocket, with classic European buildings and a red canopy in the background.

Lean into ’90s laid-back cool with studded baggy jeans & a slinky halterneck this NYE.

If you’re after a fun addition to your denim collection, these embellished, light-wash dreamy pair are it. So good, even with something as simple as a white vest.

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