How to Add Style to a T-Shirt and Jeans

No outfit is more classic (or easy) than jeans and a T-shirt. Although, even this go-to combination can feel a bit dull at times. Fortunately, there are simple ways to spruce up this casual ensemble without much effort. All it takes is a little bit of outfit inspiration.
Influenced by some of our favorite celebs and street style stars, we're showing you how to style T-shirts and jeans for an updated look. Not only have we rounded up ways to freshen up this combination, but we've also provided quality basics you can add to your look. So next time you're feeling stumped on what to wear with your favorite pair of jeans, pull inspiration from these outfits and you'll be good to go.
Go for a Cool Coat and Platform Shoes
Platform shoes and a shearling coat give this classic ensemble a forward twist.
On Kendall Jenner: Komono sunglasses; Designers Remix jacket; Kurt Geiger tote; Stella McCartney shoes
Tuck In Your Tee and Add a Pair of Chic Heels
Love the classic jeans-and-tee look? Give the look an update by tucking in the top and adding some cool heels. A statement blazer will only enhance the look even more.
Add a Blazer
For a classic look, wear a white blazer and platform shoes.
On Jessica Alba: 7 for All Mankind jeans; Brian Atwood sandals
Layer on a Utility Jacket
An of-the-moment utility jacket gives this look a cool feel.
Toss on a Statement Coat
Elevate a graphic tee even more by tossing on a bold coat and opting for ankle boots.
On Gigi Hadid: Parker Smith jeans
Now that's a coat color you don't see every day.
This post was originally posted at an earlier date and has since been updated. Next, The Best High-Waisted Jeans on the Internet, All in One Place

Bobby Schuessler is a fashion editor with over a decade of editorial experience covering shopping, style, and beauty. He's spent 10 years at Who What Wear, currently leading the market team to deliver highly covetable and convertible content. He creates data-driven shopping guides featuring top retailers like Nordstrom, Shopbop, and Net-a-Porter and is at the forefront of Who What Wear's shopping tentpole strategies, including Amazon Prime Day. He also works on branded content initiatives and appears on camera in video and shopping livestream franchises.