By A great pair of jeans is the glue that holds my wardrobe together. They’re my go-to when I’m running late and don’t know what to wear, the bottoms I feel the most confident in, and one of the few pieces I own that’s perpetually in style. There’s no bad way to style a pair of jeans—I love pairing mine with a tee and calling it a day—but recently, I’ve been searching for updated, fresh ways to style denim.
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From Alix Earle’s Frame skinny jean collab to Kendrick Lamar’s Celine flares that nearly broke the internet, this year’s denim-focused headlines are making my search for inspiration much easier than expected. While you can never go wrong with an outfit built around your favorite jeans, 2025’s nostalgia-driven denim trends have me thinking beyond my go-to combinations. With a fresh mix of cool, lightweight outerwear and edgy, reimagined layers, my Pinterest board is filled with “to be worn ASAP” jeans outfits.
In the mood to switch things up for yourself? Read on for nine updated ways to style your jeans this season.
1. Denim on denim
A jean-styling conversation isn’t complete without a mention of the classic Canadian tuxedo. Although it seems pretty straightforward, denim on denim makes for a great base to make your own with the help of accessories. Personally, I’d complete this look with a pair of leopard kitten heels and a statement belt.
Denim Forum
’80s Denim Shirt
13 colors available
Reformation
High-Rise Straight Jeans
8 colors available
Sam Edelman
Slingback Pumps
10+ colors available
Madewell
Droplet Statement Earrings
2 colors available
2. With a button-down and tee
While I usually only wear a tee under a button-down if I’m planning on leaving it unbuttoned, I love the fresh, buttoned-up take above, which allows for just a bit of tee to peek out. After completing the simple look with statement jewelry, I think this may very well be my new everyday uniform.
J.Crew
Relaxed T-Shirt
5 colors available
Everlane
Silk Button-Down
11 colors available
Levi’s
Baggy Dad Jeans
8 colors available
Steve Madden
Studded Belt
3. With a cropped trench coat and loafers
Those closest to me—yes, even my boss—know that I’ve been drooling over a cropped trench for the last several weeks, and if you needed proof as to why, well, I’d say this photo is all you need. The shortened version still reads as your classic trench, but with a bit more edginess and versatility. And let’s be honest: Sometimes I don’t want to cover up my jeans entirely with a full-length trench.
Abercrombie & Fitch
Short Trench Coat
3 colors available
Madewell
’90s Straight Crop Jeans
Franco Sarto
Tassel Loafers
15 colors available
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Suede Crossbody Bag
2 colors available
4. With kitten heels and an oversized blazer
While most people style jeans informally, you can maximize their versatility by opting to pair them with a blazer and kitten heels. The combination is perfect for everything from a casual Friday at the office to a last-minute date night.
J.CREW
Crewneck T-Shirt
9 colors available
LEVI’S
Classic Blazer
Abercrombie & Fitch
Mid-Rise Barrel Jeans
3 colors available
Dolce Vita
Leather Kitten Heels
4 colors available
5. With a tonal base and statement coat
One standing rule I live by: Never, ever, stow away your white jeans. Forget what they said about not wearing white after Labor Day—trust me, wearing white jeans in the dead of winter is about the chicest move you can make. Pair yours with a tonal base and add contrast with an opposing-color coat.
Everlane
Long-Sleeve Crew Shirt
11 colors available
Levi’s
’90s Jeans
14 colors available
Line & Dot
Twill Long Coat
TRIWORKS | Amazon
Leather Belt
22 colors available
6. With a hoodie and blazer
Jeans and a hoodie always make sense together, but adding a blazer on top? That makes for a combination I need to recreate ASAP. When paired with elevated shoes like kitten heels or leather loafers, this is one insanely chic, harmonious look.
GAP
Classic Hoodie
6 colors available
Abercrombie & Fitch
Wool-Blend Blazer
4 colors available
Abercrombie & Fitch
High-Rise Loose Jeans
16 colors available
FSJ | Amazon
Kitten Heel Ankle Boots
34 colors available
7. With a lady jacket and coordinating accessories
Though jeans pair well with any lady jacket, this leather version really makes a splash against a light pair of denim. The oversized bag, patent-leather pumps, and aviator sunnies all come together to make the look feel more Paige Desorbo, less Jackie O.
Mango
Leather-Effect Jacket
2 colors available
Everlane
Gardener Jeans
3 colors available
SOJOS | Amazon
Aviator Sunglasses
17 colors available
Urban Expressions
Woven Leather Shoulder Bag
8. With a fur coat and sneakers
Another item I can’t live without this season: a faux-fur coat. Take yours for a test run with a casual base of jeans, a tee, and sneakers, and watch how it instantly transforms the look into one that’s anything but basic.
Edikted
Mob Wife Fur Jacket
Abercrombie & Fitch
’90s Straight Jeans
16 colors available
dolce vita
Slim Sneakers
3 colors available
Marc Jacobs
Dual Chain Mini Bag
6 colors available
9. With a long trench and top-handle bag
Go almost monochrome by pairing your light-wash jeans with all-black everything. The result is polished and seamless while remaining less intense than head-to-toe black.
Quince
Cashmere Crewneck Sweater
17 colors available
Everlane
Wide-Leg Jeans
3 colors available
Abercrombie & Fitch
Suiting Topcoat
2 colors available
JW PEI
Top-Handle Bag
7 colors available
