Ever since Gen Z started posting Tik-Toks encouraging followers to “burn” their skinny jeans, millennials everywhere have started to feel a lot less comfortable in the jeans they’ve been wearing every weekend since 2003.
But fashion is nothing without change, and straight-leg jeans – and even flares – are surprisingly versatile, once you’ve selected the right fit.
“I’d suggest a straight-leg jean that has a more tapered leg around the ankle, if you’re not ready to depart too far from your beloved skinnies. This will still give you a very different look.”
– stylist Lucy Wood
Ganni
$345
Camilla and Marc $330
Styling the classic blue jean.
Lucy suggests pairing a straight-leg blue jean with a retro-style sneaker, such as New Balance or Reebok, as well as an oversized tea or sweater.
Everlane
$161
Country Road
$139
A slightly cropped jean looks great with a tall ankle boot, with a cropped turtleneck and cocoon coat for extra warmth.
The Feel Studio $425
Dissh
$120
Modern monochrome.
White jeans are a great basic to have in your wardrobe. Style them tonally, with neutral shades of brown or keep it monochrome with a black top and accessories.
Totême
$395
Viktoria & Woods $350
Embrace the width.
A true straight-leg jean will be wider at the ankle, which balances the leg nicely. Width at the ankle means more footwear options. They look just as good with a summery sandal as a chunky boot.
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Read more about styling straight-leg denim at PRIMER.
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