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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Levi's
Ribcage High Waist Straight Leg Jeans in Small Course at Nordstrom, Size 26 X 32
$62.97
$98.00
Nordstrom
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Guess Co
Women s Flare Denim Pants Used Sanded Black Wash
$131.00
$376.00
Slam Jam
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Citizens Of Humanity
Light washed blue Delfina jeans
$162.51
$325.03
TheDoubleF
Jean Paul Gaultier
Women s Trompe L oeil Jeans Indigo Blue
$689.00
Slam Jam
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 Black/White sneakers - unisex - Leather - 28.25
$162.00
$327.00
FARFETCH
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Onitsuka Tiger
MEXICO 66 Silver Off White sneakers - unisex - Leather - 25.25
$165.00
$398.00
FARFETCH
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!
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Cole Haan
Wing Collar Leather Jacket Red
$225.00
$528.00
Rue La La
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Cole Haan
Leather Biker Jacket in Black at Nordstrom, Size X-Small
$299.99
$528.00
Nordstrom
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Walter Baker
Lance Leather Jacket
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$798.00
Rue La La
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.
Polo Ralph Lauren
Logo wool turtleneck sweater Black
$505.00
Mytheresa
Varley
Betsy Turtleneck Sweatshirt Brown
$138.00
Bergdorf Goodman
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L'agence
Lagence Brixie One-Shoulder Turtleneck Wool-Blend Sweater White
$88.00
$395.00
Rue La La
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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Cloud 6 Sneakers White
$160.00
Anthropologie
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Free People
Adriel Midi Dress White
$79.99
$168.00
Rue La La
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!
