Puddle Jeans Are in, But I Still Think This Key Denim Look Is Chic

Puddle pants are everywhere right now. The silhouette—long trousers or jeans that pool around the ankles—have been spotted on celebs and fashion people alike. I'm also starting to test out the look with denim. But I have to say, regardless of the trending silhouette, I'm still very into cropped jeans and think they're chic.

With that in mind, I thought I'd round up some of the outfit ideas I've saved in my Instagram folder that showcase how to wear cropped jeans in a forward way. Keep scrolling to check out easy looks comprised of elevated basics, gorgeous shoe styles, and more. There are also shopping recommendations if you're looking to add a fresh piece or two to your wardrobe.

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This is such a chic fall outfit with the cozy grey sweater, cropped jeans, and mules.

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The denim-on-denim look is cool and is taken to the next level with the oversize blazer.

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A button-down shirt tucked into light-wash jeans is so effortless.

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Consider a bodysuit for that perfectly tucked-in look with your favorite cropped jeans.

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You can't deny the power of a white tee and jeans. Easy and cool. The blazer is a great finishing touch.

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A striped sweater in a looser silhouette is a modern classic with jeans.

Next, check out the best shoes to wear with jeans.

Bobby Schuessler
Market Director

Bobby Schuessler is a fashion editor with over a decade of editorial experience covering shopping, style, and beauty. He's spent over seven 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 retialers 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. He has also worked across a variety of other media brands and fashion retailers like Refinery29, PureWow, Men's Health, and Gilt covering commerce, trend reporting, women's and men's fashion, home, and lifestyle.