Not just for Harley fans: 3 leisure looks with biker jeans

With their zippers, knee patches, and top-stitches, biker jeans can turn anyone into a rock star. But you’re mistaken if you think biker jeans are only acceptable on the back of a bike! Here are three occasions that practically scream for stylish outfits with biker jeans:

1. At concerts

Who says the only rock star at a concert is the one on stage? Dark or washed out biker jeans can create a cool rock ‘n roll look in combination with your favorite band t-shirt. Make like Macklemore and visit your closest thrift shop to find the one-of-a-kind shirt that’ll make this style your own. Chucks or creepers go well with this look and give you an extra few inches to help you see over the crowd. Add the perfect final touch to your ensemble with a leather bracelet or choker.

2. On campus

You can wear biker jeans on campus as long as they’re not too tight; after all, you wouldn’t want to cut off the blood flow to your head. Men can combine their biker jeans with a relaxed long-sleeve shirt or t-shirt, lace-up suede shoes, and a beanie. Women, on the other hand, can earn some extra style credit for combining biker jeans with over-sized Jersey or knit sweaters and flat loafers, moccasins or ankle boots. A large hang bag, roomy backpack or drawstring bag are a fashionable way to carry your laptop, notebook, and books from class to class.

3. For family get-togethers

With just a few simple tricks, you can turn your biker jeans into an elegant outfit for Grandma’s 80th birthday party. Women can simply combine a dark pair of biker jeans with a plain blouse and lightweight cardigan or short jacket in understated pastel or bold colors like blue, pink, and red. You should reduce the number of accessories to a single eye-catcher like a perfectly situated statement necklace. A simple pair of pumps or ankle boots are all you need to complete this sophisticated style! Men should also stick to darker washes and a classic button-up shirt combined with dress shoes to achieve the same effect.

Biker jeans follow the same styling rules as skinny jeans: People with thicker thighs should avoid lighter washes, as these can make your legs appear larger than they are. Centered back pockets are also a great trick for transforming any derrière into an attractive “apple bottom”.

We love rock ‘n roll: Biker jeans aren’t just for Harley fans anymore!