How to style straight leg jeans
Love or hate them, some trends never really leave; and straight leg jeans are definitely one of them! After the puddle jeans mania of the past seasons, cigarette jeans are back in full swing. Are you up to date with the trend?
The latest and trendiest declination of the classic straight leg jean is the so called “full length” cut: straight leg and usually light wash, the full length jean bunches up slightly at the shoe, elongating the leg.
NYDJ
Marilyn High-Rise Washed Crystal Straight Leg Jean
$49.99
Rue La La
Alaia
Alaïa Faded barrel-leg jeans Blue
$1,500.00
Mytheresa
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Alyx
Jeans White
$213.00
$971.00
Yoox.com
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Chloé
Straight jeans in lavender organic cotton denim Purple
$550.00
$1,100.00
TheDoubleF
The aesthetic: blokecore
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Straight leg and full length jeans both are staples of blokecore, one of the most recent aesthetics to take over the internet. Inspired by the Gallagher siblings of Oasis, blokecore is defined by soccer jerseys, popular sneakers of the 90s—like Adidas Sambas or Onitsuka Tigers—, and straight leg jeans, of course.
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Onitsuka Tiger
MEXICO 66 Silver Off White sneakers - unisex - Leather - 25.25
$136.00
$280.00
FARFETCH
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Onitsuka Tiger
(WMNS) Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66 Deluxe Feather Grey 1182A580-021 Gray
$56.84
$314.36
KICKS CREW
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Onitsuka Tiger
(WMNS) Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66 Glacier Grey Summer Orange 1182A078-021
$158.92
$163.56
KICKS CREW
Not a soccer fan? No problem: blokecore isn’t the only way to wear straight leg jeans! Here’s how to style straight leg jeans in a timeless way, like a true it girl.
1. Fitted tops should be tucked in or cropped
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When styling your straight leg jeans, a fitted top that is cropped or tucked in is the best choice to appreciate the silhouette (and make you look taller!)
A Gold E
Tan Lyza Long Sleeve T-Shirt
$130.00
Ssense
Helmut Lang
SSENSE Exclusive Brown T-Shirt
$180.00
Ssense
SKIMS
Black Cotton T-Shirt
$50.00
Ssense
SKIMS
Brown New Vintage T-Shirt
$50.00
Ssense
Versace Jeans Couture
Blue Cropped T-Shirt
$90.00
Ssense
Theory
White Tiny T-Shirt
$75.00
Ssense
BASERANGE
Vein Tee, MOM SAND / XS Beige
$128.00
Baserange
To create a balance between big and slim, pair your straight leg jeans and your fitted top with an oversized open layer: that can be an open shirt, a men’s blazer, a long coat, or, like professional cool girl Ashton Wood does, a leather jacket.
In the caption Ashton shares that she’s not about the skinny jean life, but we think she’s rocking it!
A.L.C.
Lee Leopard Print Leather Jacket Size XS
$363.34
HEWI
Cole Haan
Womens Wing Collar Leather Jacket - Black Size Medium
$498.00
Cole Haan
endless rose
Oversized Jacket Brown
$85.00
Rue La La
Pilcro
Rumi Shrunken Faux Leather Moto Jacket by Pilcro Brown
$158.00
Anthropologie
As always, layering options are seemingly endless! If open shirts and blazers aren’t your thing, try styling your straight leg jeans with an oversized turtleneck jumper for a stylish and cozy look.
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Alice & Olivia
Be Still Delaina Turtleneck Top
$177.00
$295.00
Neiman Marcus
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Goldbergh
Bolleta alpaca-blend sweater White
$300.00
$500.00
Mytheresa
English Factory
Turtleneck Sweater Brown
$28.00
Rue La La
Frame Denim
Ribbed Turtleneck Top
$188.00
Bergdorf Goodman
So far, we’ve talked about balancing big and slim silhouettes. But, since it’s spring, why not show some skin? Ankle skin, that is.
For a classy and refined look, pair your straight leg jeans with a shoe that shows off your gorgeous ankles. Loafers, kitten heels, and ballet flats are all perfect.
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Cole Haan
Womens Go-To Emalia Slide Bow Sandals - Brown Size 10.5
$49.97
$150.00
Cole Haan
Cole Haan
Womens GrandPrø Topspin Sneakers - White Size 10.5
$160.00
Cole Haan
If chill and casual sounds more like your vibe, swap the ballet flats and kitten heels for high top Converse, clogs, or, in the colder months, ankle boots. You’ll still look fantastic!
