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.
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Marilyn High-Rise Washed Crystal Straight Leg Jean
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Balenciaga
Black Straight Leg Jeans Size XS
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Alaïa Faded barrel-leg jeans Blue
$1,500.00
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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 - 28.25
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Onitsuka Tiger
(WMNS) Onitsuka Tiger Machuation White Light Blue 1182A595-100
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Onitsuka Tiger
Mexico 66 TGRS sneakers - women - Artificial Leather/Rubber/Calf Leather - 5.5 - Pink
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Onitsuka Tiger
(WMNS) Onitsuka Tiger Advanti White Muti-Color 1183C128-100
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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!)
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Tan Lyza Long Sleeve T-Shirt
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Helmut Lang
SSENSE Exclusive Brown T-Shirt
$180.00
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SKIMS
Black Cotton T-Shirt
$50.00
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SKIMS
Brown New Vintage T-Shirt
$50.00
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Versace Jeans Couture
Blue Cropped T-Shirt
$90.00
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Theory
White Tiny T-Shirt
$75.00
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Vein Tee, MOM SAND / XS Beige
$128.00
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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!
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Leather Trucker Jacket Brown
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Lana Vegan Leather Puff-Shoulder Jacket Brown
$495.00
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Santana Asymmetrical Leather Moto Jacket Black
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Alice & Olivia
Emerson Vegan Leather Jacket Black
$550.00
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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
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$295.00
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English Factory
Turtleneck Sweater Brown
$28.00
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Alysi
Womens Mohair Wool Turtleneck Sweater Blue
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$306.00
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English Factory
Turtleneck Stripe Sweater Brown
$28.00
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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
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$150.00
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Womens Zoom Air Fire Shoes in Grey | DR7852-001 Gray
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$125.00
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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!
