The Best Way to Style Your Skinny Jeans This Year

last updated 14 August 2019

skinny-jeans-outfit-idea-249594-1518654894882-image

When she’s not working with big names like Lupita Nyong’o, Jennifer Hudson, and Hilary Swank, celebrity stylist Micaela Erlanger also divulges her fashion expertise in our Ask a Stylist column. Erlanger is also the official ARMI Captain at the luxury rental and styling platform Armarium. From the best places to source vintage to the secret to finding your most flattering jeans, come back each week for a professional’s perspective.

As I've mentioned before, skinny jeans are a wardrobe staple. In fact, these are the skinny jeans I wear on repeat. When it comes to the ultimate denim outfit combination, I'm keeping it classic and laid-back this year and styling my go-to jeans with a sleek moto jacket, simple T-shirt (here's where I find the best white tees), and cool ankle boots. The NYC-approved outfit lends an effortless yet stylish look no matter the season. Keep reading to shop the essentials you need to wear the look all year long.

Moto Jacket + Simple Tee + Cool Ankle Boots

Bagatelle

NYC Suede Jacket

Re/Done

Moto Racer Distressed Leather Biker Jacket

Slink Jeans

Crop Leather Moto Jacket

Veda

Sax Satin Moto Jacket

Blank NYC

Morning Suede Moto Jacket

Christian Benner

Moto Jacket

T by Alexander Wang

Cropped Stretch Cotton-Jersey T-Shirt

Rachel Rachel Roy

Taylor V-Neck Tee

Saint Laurent

Printed Jersey T-Shirt

Yeah Right NYC

Embroidered Cotton-Jersey T-Shirt

Hanes x Karla + The Baby Tee

Hanes x Karla

The Baby Tee

Available in sizes XS to L.

Gucci

Appliquéd Distressed Printed Cotton-Jersey T-Shirt

AMIRI

Slash Distressed Cotton-Jersey T-Shirt

Balenciaga

Printed Cotton-Jersey T-Shirt

Givenchy

Elegant Studded Leather Ankle Boots

Sol Sana

Victoria Ankle Boots

Available in sizes 35 to 41.

Dorateymur

Nizip Embellished Suede Ankle Boots

Available in sizes 35 to 41.

Steven

Logic Point Toe Ankle Boots

Available in sizes 6 to 10.

Chloé

Qassie Suede Chelsea Boots

Available in sizes 35.5 to 42.

Stuart Weitzman

Cling Stretch Bootie

Available in sizes 4.5 to 12.

Rebecca Minkoff

Izette Bootie

Available in sizes 5 to 10.

Explore More:

A self proclaimed “vintage-a-holic, and glamour girl” Micaela’s clients include: Lupita Nyong’o, Michelle Dockery, Meryl Streep, Jared Leto, Common, Jennifer Hudson, Hilary Swank, Tatiana Maslany and John Boyega.

The hallmark of Micaela’s work is her meticulous attention to detail and a keen focus on the client’s needs and objectives. With a love for all things beautiful and alluring, coupled with an appreciation of the whimsical, Micaela brings a versatile and fresh approach to styling.