Skinny Jeans Are a Closet Staple, Here Are All the Fresh Ways to Wear Them RN

While we see plenty of jean trends come and go each year, the classic skinny jean is undoubtedly one that will never go out of style. Your denim collection might be in a constant rotation from season to season with new on-trend pieces, but chances are you always have a few pairs of go-to skinny jeans in there at all times—ideal for getting you out of any fashion dilemma.

So how should we style our skinny jeans right now to keep them looking fresh, modern, and cool? Below, we’re sharing plenty of fashion-forward skinny jeans outfit ideas to get you inspired. From pairing them with failsafe classic pieces to clever layering, it’s time to rediscover just how versatile your skinny jeans are, and why they’re such a staple in your closet. We’ve also included plenty of skinny jean shopping picks should you need a denim update.

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Simple classics layered in creative ways can breathe new life into your skinny jeans.

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You can't go wrong with a classic button and ankle boots to pair with your skinny jeans—a chic outfit you can always rely on.

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Nothing looks cooler than a graphic tee tucked into high-waisted skinny jeans and topped off with a cool bomber jacket.

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A pretty floral blouse always looks so good with a pair of ankle skinny jeans. Add a cool pair of kicks to finish the look.

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For a playful look tuck your skinnies into a statement pair of knee-high boots. And go for a chambray shirt for a cool double denim outfit.

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For a clean and crisp look pair skinny jeans with ivory and white hues. A cool oversize blazer over a white tee and sneakers is the perfect combo.

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When the temps warm up, skinny jeans and barely-there strappy sandals are a match made in heaven.

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Nothing beats a staple pair of black skinny jeans. They're the perfect backdrop to style with statement pieces like a floral jacket and white boots.

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Up next, 5 jean trends the fashion crowd will embrace in spring 2021.

Judith Jones
Senior Fashion Market Editor

Judith is the senior fashion market editor at Who What Wear and has worked in fashion for nearly a decade. Judith started on the Shop Who What Wear team, creating content and managing a team of merchandisers for the Who What Wear shopping app. She later crossed over to the editorial team, where she shares the coolest, most desirable fashion market finds and brands in her shopping-focused stories and social takeovers. She has become one of the top affiliate earners during her six plus years at Who What Wear. Before working in fashion, Judith was a TV host on the PBS travel show Globe Trekker (airing on Netflix and Amazon Prime) and shared her passion for travel and food. She studied at the prestigious London Academy of Dramatic Arts as well as Stella Adler Studio of Acting in New York. She later studied fashion merchandising and design, which laid the foundation for her career in fashion.


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