Melodie Jeng
Everyone owns a pair of black jeans they wear to death—and wear with the exact same [insert key item here, mine is a white tee, please proceed]. Need a wardrobe refresher on ~cool ways to wear black denim? We listed twelve styling tips to help make your favorite jeans feel new again. Rethink every black denim silhouette imaginable with our outfit guide ahead.
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Bell Bottoms
Mango Flared Jeans
$60
mango.com
The ’70s are trending, so why not lean in? Simple black flares styled with a shearling jacket feels very Penny Lane.
Relaxed Culottes
Culotte High Ankle Jeans
hm.com
$24.99
Culottes, a bright sweater, statement earrings, and dad sneaks are great for relaxed office days or running errands on the weekend.
The Office Jean
Double Needle Jeans
matchesfashion.com
$246.00
Jeans for the office are great if you style it accordingly. Opt for a sleek pair in pure black, top it off with a blazer, then finish it off with heeled booties.
Cargo Pants
The Wide Leg Crop Cargo Pant
everlane.com
$68.00
Cargo pants can be chic if you wear them right. Draping a sweater around your shoulders will give the utility staple an elevated, preppy vibe.
Baggy
OneTeaspoon Smiths Trouser Jeans
freepeople.com
$148.00
Baggy jeans are the new alternative to mom jeans. It’s about having a loose fit without looking too oversized, so balance it out with a fitted bodysuit.
Classic Skinnies
Kendall Jenner Hi Wasted Skinny Jeans
net-a-porter.com
$190.00
Nothing completes an all-black outfit like gold jewelry. Try this for your next date night.
Embellished Jeans
Sequined High-Rise Jeans
mytheresa.com
$770.00
Black skinnies are a going out staple, but you can add shine with a sequined pair. Coordinate your look with a lace camisole and stilettos for an outfit that’s fancier than an LBD.
Paper Bag Waist
Denim Paperbag Waist Trousers
$79.00
Add a touch of femininity to a paper bag waist by wearing it with a fuzzy cardigan in a punchy color.
Stovepipe Jeans
Beatnik Jeans
shopbop.com
$224.32
For a business casual look, a statement boot and button-up with skinny black jeans are a must.
Distressed
Curve Ridley Skinny Jeans with Shredded Rips
us.asos.com
$48.00
Polish off a pair of destroyed denim with a clean striped tee and ankle boots.
High-Waisted, Wide-Legged
Sailor Jeans
freepeople.com
$99.00
Revisit your favorite high-waisted jeans with a silk, bell-sleeved top and block heel booties.
The Canadian Tux
Wendell Cropped Jeans
net-a-porter.com
$340.00
Love a Canadian tuxedo? Try it in black, but break up the dark combo with a cream sweater.
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