Styles of jeans and how to wear them regularly

Why is it that every college girl wears leggings (or workout pants) so frequently? I think it has to do with comfort, of course. But it also might be because it is less time/thought consuming to throw on leggings. Whatever excuses you have, there is no denying that you feel better about yourself the days that you wear a cute outfit. It just makes you feel like you have your life together!

I don’t really understand why more students don’t wear jeans more often. If you find the right pair that fits you well, it can be worn so many ways. The big advantage that jeans have over leggings is that they can be styled casually or in a more formal way. So here are 3 styles of jeans and how to dress them up or down.

1. Skinny Jeans

Jeans from American Eagle ~$40 | Outfit 1) Top: hand me down | Shoes: Adidas ~$60 | Dog: priceless!
Outfit 2) Top: hand me down | Bag: Zara ~$60 | Shoes: Zara ~$20

These are the easiest style of jeans to work with, in my opinion, and that is because they go with any pair of shoes you wear. (Except for maybe bulky tennis shoes.) In the first look I went with the classic casual look, jeans and a t-shirt. When dressing up skinny jeans, go with a more polished top – something that buttons up or a nicer material, like chiffon (tbh I don’t know that many types of materials) or a material that is flowy that will create a textural contrast against your jeans. Also, adding high heels will instantly create a classier look!

If you insist on being super comfortable, I would recommend getting jeans that are jegging material – the jeans pictured are. These stretch easily and feel softer. My jeans here are also high waisted, which allows shirts to be tucked in easily, and can create the illusion of longer legs.

2. Flare Jeans

Jeans from Jeans from Target, $9 (they were on sale!)
Outfit 1) Top: Target ~$12 | Bag: Stein Mart ~$38 | Shoes: Old Navy ~$6
Outfit 2) Top: Target ~$15 | Cardigan: Goodwill ~$4 | Shoes: Zara ~$50

I hadn’t owned a pair of flare jeans for a while until I bought a pair this summer. I think I just had the idea that this style of jeans was for middle schoolers who don’t know what they were doing or businessy women. Well they can also be for students! In the casual look, once again I went with a t-shirt and jeans and added the flip flops. For the dressed up look, I chose a fitted top and heels.

The tricky thing about this style is figuring out how to wear shoes with it. Honestly, I have tried on many shoes with these jeans that look stupid. Flip flops and sandals pair well with warm weather, but how do you wear these jeans in the fall?! What I have discovered is that this style actually goes well with heels and (some) ankle boots. Overall, just be sure that your jeans are hemmed to fit you!

3. Boyfriend Jeans

Jeans from thvm, $35
Outfit 1) Necklace: Old Navy ~$7 |Top: Forever 21 ~$8 | Sandals: Target ~$25
Outfit 2) Top: Asos ~$25 | Shoes: Zara ~$50

It seems that this style of jeans has gained a lot of popularity recently! I think what makes these jeans great is that your legs have room to bReAtHe. Boyfriend jeans can go with lots of things; I think the trick is adding a feminine touch.

On the left, we have a very comfortable look with a simple v-neck, necklace, and sandals. On the right, I styled a very busy/patterned look, with the jeans and a colorful tank top, balanced out with a pair of nude* heels (*pretty much nude even though they’re pink).

I hope this post was helpful in some way, shape, or form. And if not, well my dog is cute. Thank you for reading!