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.
Polo Ralph Lauren
crystal-embellished jeans - Blue
£534.00
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Khaite
Abigail high-rise straight jeans Blue
£450.00
Mytheresa
-38%
Dsquared2
Jennifer jeans - Grey
£280.00
£449.00
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Khaite
Danielle high-rise straight jeans Blue
£450.00
Mytheresa
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 football jerseys, popular sneakers of the 90s—like the Adidas Samba or the Onitsuka Tiger—, and straight leg jeans, of course.
Onitsuka Tiger
Tokuten Pink/Black sneakers
£423.00
FARFETCH
-37%
Onitsuka Tiger
Delegation Ex Sneakers for Women in Cream and Silver Two-Tone Leather White
£86.00
£137.00
Yoox.com
Polite Worldwide
Logo-Print Mesh T-Shirt Blue
£185.00
Mr Porter
Liberal Youth Ministry
Printed Checked Jersey T-Shirt Orange
£155.00
Mr Porter
Not a football fan? No problem: blokecore isn’t the only way to style 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!)
Fat Face
FatFace Ava White Long Sleeve Round Neck T Shirt
£28.00
FatFace
-68%
AllSaints
Womens Polyester Amelie Satin Relaxed Fit T-Shirt, Size: UK 16/US 12 White
£38.40
£119.00
AllSaints
-60%
Ganni
White Relaxed Love T-shirt - Size XXS Organic Cotton
£38.00
£95.00
GANNI
-36%
Day Birger Et Mikkelsen
ALISSON Heavy Rib Tanktop White
£45.00
£70.00
Labels
-76%
AllSaints
Womens Merino Wool Kayla Wool Tank Top, Size: L White
£30.40
£129.00
AllSaints
-50%
Calvin Klein
Script Logo Graphic Slim T-Shirt Black
£20.00
£40.00
Calvin Klein
-38%
Fat Face
FatFace Lillian Dark Natural Space Dye Knitted Tank
£30.00
£48.00
FatFace
-29%
Guess
TOPWEAR - T-shirts on YOOX.COM Brown
£35.00
£49.00
Yoox.com
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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Infinity Leather
Womens Black Shearling Sheepskin Aviator Jacket-Kiev - Size 22 UK
£304.99
£359.99
Secret Sales
-44%
AllSaints
Leather Felda Leather Bomber Jacket, Size: XS Black
£268.00
£479.00
AllSaints
-32%
Infinity Leather
Womens Classic Brando Biker Jacket-Loughton - Green Lamb Leather - Size 10 UK
£84.99
£124.99
Secret Sales
AllSaints
Leather Clay Funnel Neck Suede Cropped Jacket, Size: L Brown
£479.00
AllSaints
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.
Norma Kamali
Sequined turtleneck top Yellow
£240.00
Mytheresa
-10%
Twin-Set
lace-insert high-neck sweater - Black
£323.00
£360.00
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-30%
Perfect Moment
Aster wool turtleneck sweater Black
£206.00
£295.00
Mytheresa
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.
Closed
racer tank top - Black
£106.00
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-40%
Valentino Garavani
Bowshire polished leather loafers Black
£528.00
£880.00
Mytheresa
Closed
fair-isle sweater - Black
£310.00
FARFETCH
-30%
Clarks
Howard Cap Standard Fit Black
£49.00
£70.00
Clarks
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!
Converse
Chuck Taylor All Star high-top sneakers - Grey
£110.00
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-10%
Converse
ALL STAR CHUCK TAYLOR High-Top Sneakers with 4.5 cm Platform size 41
£66.37
£73.74
GLAMOOD
Converse
Chuck Taylor All Star Lugged sneakers - Blue
£132.00
FARFETCH
-25%
Converse
ALL STAR CHUCK TAYLOR Perforated Eco-Leather High-Top Sneake size 46
£91.10
£121.46
GLAMOOD
