7 Jean Outfit Ideas That Always Work
Jeans, let me count the ways I love thee. You can’t really go wrong with a pair of jeans. They’re a classic. From jeans and a nice top to jeans and a blazer to jeans and your favourite chunky knit, the humble denim trouser is probably the hardest working member of any woman’s wardrobe.
So, to make your trusted straight-legs, Mom styles, ‘90s baggy and everything in-between go that little bit further, we’ve scrolled Instagram to inspire your next jean outfit idea. Here are our current faves…
90s Relaxed Jean
We all know the circular beast that is fashion and that if you hold on long enough, everything eventually comes back around. The latest trend to take Instagram by storm feels like it’s only been put to bed for a hot minute, so chances are you’ve still got it lurking in the back of the wardrobe. Say hello (again) to leopard print, denim’s trusty compadre.
Make like Emma Rose Thatcher and pair a vintage-inspired swing coat with oversized layers; ’90s baggy jeans (another Renaissance piece); and some OG Sambas. Sunday brunch look sorted.
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Classic Straight Leg Jean
If you want to look like a French fashion editor get yourself a pair of straight-leg, bum-favouring Levi 501s. The G.O.A.T. of the denim world, these beauties will lay the foundations of so many looks. Our favourite? Paired with a simple oversized cardigan (and nothing underneath – very important); a chic pared back pair of heels and a cute evening bag, this combo is giving French girl je ne sais quoi.
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Cropped Jeans
Never underestimate the power of a good sock. Colour, printed and a-little-bit-extra socks are really having their moment in the limelight right now and they are a quick, easy and affordable way to add a bit of cool-girl cred to your look.
A punchy red sock will add a bit of personality to a classic dark denim and loafer situation, whilst a weighty maxi coat will keep the whole look polished.
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Curved Jeans
If there’s a denim style that is dominating right now, it’s the curved shape. A marmite piece for sure, this oversized, billowing banana-shape of a jean is definitely on the more daring side but styled right and they can be super flattering.
Keep the rest of the look low-key by styling with a classic white shirt, leather belt and point-toe kitten heels.
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Flared Jeans
Flares are always going to have that vintage feel about them so lean into the look and reference the style of the likes of Françoise Hardy, Jane Birken and, more recently, Alexa Chung.
French style influencer, Elodie Romy, does just that with a layered double demin look, classic heritage balzer and this season’s favoured chocolate brown accessories.
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High-Waist Jeans
An oversized leather jacket offers instant cool with very little effort. Take three wardrobe staples – the black roll-knit, the high-waist jeans and a pair of black ankle boots – add a roomy biker and you’ve nailed it at fashion math.
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Turned-Up Jeans
Finally, we love a dressed up denim look but it feels even cooler when the denim is as low-key as possible. Be inspired by Norwegian content creator Darja Barannik and take a pair of turned up, loose-fitting jeans and pairing them with more classic pieces like a bouclé jacket and ballet flats. High-low perfection in one look.
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